This April 18–19, 2026, step into one of the nation’s largest and most celebrated literary gatherings—the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books. More than just an exhibit, this is your next level opportunity to bring your book directly to the attention of bookstore owners, literary agents and film acquisition executives actively seeking fresh voices and market-ready titles.

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Why Join?

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We’ve taken the traditional festival showcase to an entirely new level. Beyond display, our 2026 lineup is being strategically positioned for industry discovery and opportunity. We’ve invited literary agents to evaluate featured titles for representation, partnered with bookstore managers and distributors to review selections for potential shelf placement, and arranged access for film acquisition executives seeking stories with adaptation potential. Your book won’t just be seen — it will be presented where real decisions happen, opening doors to publishing, retail, and screen opportunities..

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How It Works

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• Register Early – Secure your slot with our early bird registration, as low as $149 per entry.

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• Confirm Your Spot – Once your registration is processed, we’ll confirm your exhibit placement in our 2026 lineup.

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• Submit Your Book Details – Provide your book information, author bio, website, and digital materials to help us prepare your showcase profile and marketing assets.

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• For Digital Exhibitors – Simply send us your ebook or audiobook link, author bio, website, and any videos or visuals you’d like featured in your digital portfolio.

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• For Print Exhibitors – Ship one paperback copy of your book to our California office (shipping schedule and address will be provided upon confirmation).

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• We Handle the Rest – Our team will manage your professional exhibit display, presenting your title to bookstore owners, literary agents, and film executives during the Festival. You’ll also receive official documentation, live exhibit video coverage, and a post-event fulfillment report summarizing all engagement and leads.

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👉 Early Bird Registration is now open for just $149 per entry. Secure your place in the 2026 Los Angeles Times Festival of Books and get your work in front of the right people.

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For questions or concerns feel free to email: info@shelfgate.com