Author & Publisher Events
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Author and publisher events are a must-do at PLA Conference. Join your fellow book lovers to hear from award-winning authors, socialize with your colleagues, and get your books signed! All times are Eastern Daylight Time. ($) indicates an event requiring a separate paid registration or ticket.  (★) indicates an event requiring a separate free registration or ticket.
Audio Publishers Association Lunch ($)
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 12:30 PM–1:45 PM
$70
Join your fellow conference attendees to hear from award-winning authors and audiobook narrators, network and socialize with your colleagues, and get your books signed!
Children's-Author Breakfast (★)
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 7:00 AM–8:00 AM
Free ticket required, but space is limited
Start your day with a complimentary breakfast and hear from renowned children’s authors.
Author Lunch ($)
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 12:30 PM–1:45 PM
$70
Join your fellow conference attendees to hear from award-winning authors, network and socialize with your colleagues, and get your books signed!
Author Lunch ($)
Friday, April 3, 2026, 12:30 PM–1:45 PM
$70
Join your fellow conference attendees to hear from award-winning authors, network and socialize with your colleagues, and get your books signed!
Book Buzz Stage
Thursday, April 4–Friday, April 5, 2026
Hear the latest publisher buzz for 2026 at the Book Buzz Stage! Stay tuned for more information.
PLA thanks Ingram for its support of the Book Buzz Stage.
Ingram is a platinum-level sponsor of the PLA 2026 Conference.
