Exhibit at Heartland Fall Forum

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. ​
Show Floor Options and Rates
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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: $700
  • no backdrop, includes 2 free badges

6-foot Table: $400 -- limited availability
  • 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).
Badge Policy
  • Each additional badge is $35 and can be purchased with your registration
  • Authors participating in official Heartland programming (including in-booth signings) receive complimentary badges, which do not count against your exhibitor allotment.
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  • Sponsorship opportunities
  • Print promotions
  • Exhibitor information
  • Author placement opportunities grid
Program Advertising
  • The due date for all advertising artwork to be included in the program is Friday, September 4, 2020. If you are interested in placing an ad in this year's program, please contact Larry Law at larry@gliba.org.
  • Program Specs are 7.75 inches wide by 9.75 inches tall. The ad must be black and white and delivered as a PDF to larry@gliba.org by 9/4/20.
Set-up Hours
Thursday, October 15: 7:00 am - 2:00 pm
Please note, due to a conflict, there are no set-up hours on Wednesday, October 14

Exhibit Hall Hours
​Thursday, October 15: 2:30 - 5:30 pm
Friday, October 16: 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

Tear-down Hours
Friday, October 16: 12:30 - 2:30 pm

Registration Desk Hours
Wednesday, October 14: 2:30 - 7:00 pm
Thursday, October 15: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday, October 16: 7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Click the map to see the floor plan and view this year's registered exhibitors.