BookExpo America (BEA) welcomes librarians and educators to this year's event! Here are just some of the things you will enjoy and benefit from this year at BEA.
- The largest show floor in North America with 1,300+ exhibitors displaying their upcoming titles—in all formats and every genre, from across the country and around the world. Be sure to stop by these Librarian Friendly Exhibitors and Educator Friendly Exhibitors.
- Discovering the latest books, advanced read copies, and galleys that will be buzzing for the summer and fall seasons.
- Meeting, listening to, and getting autographs from 500+ authors. There's no better place to find the next big author.
- Learning at dedicated librarian sessions during the BEA Education Program.
Association of American Publishers events especially for librarians. View the event schedule here.- Please visit these AAP member companies during BEA and say hello.
Consortium: 4509
Hachette Book Group: 3750
HarperCollins: 3341
Harlequin: 3922
John Wiley & Sons: 4140
Macmillan: 3352
McGraw-Hill: 3239
Penguin Group USA: 3540
Perseus Books Group: 4225
Random House: 4341
Simon & Schuster 3940
Sterling: Room 1B02
Workman: 4359
W.W. Norton: 3523
You may also connect directly with the Librarian representatives from these publishers in advance to make appointments on site. View the list of contacts.
- Librarians' Lounge at BEA (Open during exhibit hours)
Visit the Library Journal/School Library Journal Librarians' Lounge in the main exhibit hall. It is the place for librarians to gather to relax, share ideas, and enjoy snacks and refreshments. Sponsors will present author signings and more!
Special Registration Prices Save You Money.
We want to make it as affordable as possible for Librarians and Educators to attend BEA. Contact Diana Press at 1-800-363-3631 or 1-203-840-5533 or email dpress@reedexpo.com for more information on discounts.
Library Journal and School Library Journal Day of Dialog Events
For more information on these events and to register, visit the Library Journal Web site.
Note: Day of Dialog Events do not include a BEA pass and you can only register for them through Library Journal.
Day of Dialog events bring librarians, publishers, and authors together to discuss issues and trends affecting the book and library world. Both events promise to be enjoyed by all with author presentations and special panels, as well as breakfast, lunch, and closing receptions.
Library Association Partners
BEA is pleased to be partnering with the following library associations: