Exhibit at Heartland

Exhibitor registration now open! Click here to reserve your spot.

We provide a rich environment for anyone allied to the book industry to meet one another, network, introduce authors, promote new titles, place orders, and learn crucial skills from one another to keep independent bookselling strong. We offer a busy show floor, a wide range of author events, and various formats of practical and inspiring education.

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Show Floor Options and Rates
Booth A: $1,000

10-foot wide x 8-foot deep with two 8-foot tables, includes 5 free badges

Booth B: $900

10-foot wide x 8-foot deep with one 8-foot table, includes 4 free badges

8-foot Table: $750

no backdrop, includes 2 free badges

6-foot Table: $500 -- SOLD OUT

no backdrop, includes 2 free badges

Membership
Heartland is a members-only show. Exhibitors must be a member of the Midwest Independent Booksellers Association and/or the Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Association. Become a member of both MIBA and GLIBA for the discounted rate of $300 (this is a $50 savings as individual membership dues are $175 each). Joint membership can be purchased with your exhibitor registration.

Badge Policy

Each additional badge is $35 and can be purchased with your exhibitor registration
Authors participating in official Heartland programming (including in-booth signings) receive complimentary badges, which do not count against your exhibitor allotment.

Set-up Hours
Wednesday, October 12, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Thursday, October 13, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm

Exhibit Hall Hours
Thursday, October 13, 2:30 - 5:30 pm
Friday, October 14, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tear-down Hours
Friday, October 14: 12:30 - 5:30 pm

Registration Desk Hours
Wednesday, October 12: 2:30 - 7:00 pm
Thursday, October 13: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday, October 14: 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

Click the map to see an enlarged floor plan.

Exhibitor Packet

Find info about shipping booth materials, timelines, and ordering additional booth amenities in the exhibitor packet. Note: labeling to ship Heartland event books is different than booth materials. Reference the specific Heartland event instructions for details.