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Book Launch Info for Authors

 We host monthly events featuring authors discussing their most recent books. From New York Times bestselling writers to new authors, we have a plan and a venue for all. 


Let us help you:

  • Craft effective presentations
  • Enhance visibility
  • Grow book sales
  • Network with the literary community 


Once a month, we host events showcasing 3 authors. We provide: 

  • Avenue and audience for book launches
  • Advertising for the event
  • Large screen for presentations
  • Tables for book sales and author signings

Consider us for a one-stop shop for your next book launch.

Apply 3 to 6 months before your publication date.


  

Would You Like Us to Host Your Book Event?

Author Intake Form

Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at anovelidea.authorshowcase@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

It’s free. We will host your event at no charge. Our group is volunteer driven. You keep all proceeds from book sales. We do however ask that you donate something for the raffle.


For unpublished works: 3 to 6 months before your launch date. 


For already published works: We give priority to launch events, but we do also host events for books that have been recently published. 


Your presentation is 20 minutes, followed by a 10 minute Q&A. We provide a large screen so you may have a video, or PowerPoint presentation. If you prefer, you can give a lecture or be interviewed onstage by one of our staff. 


All authors regardless of whether you are self-published or traditionally published. All genres are accepted.


We give preference to Atlanta Writers Club (AWC) members. If you do not have a membership, sign up. 


We review submissions for appropriateness, quality, or other issues that may affect the reader experience. Once your book is approved, we will schedule your book launch.


  • Apply through the website.
  • Provide us with an electronic copy of your manuscript when requested.
  • Invite friends and family to your event (we request you bring a minimum of 20 attendees).
  • Prepare your presentation.
  • On the day of your event:

  1. Bring books to sell
  2. Bring an item for the raffle
  3. Be prepared to handle electronic and cash payments


Yes. We meet with you to discuss your presentation either in person or online.


We require you attend one of our showcases before your event so you can see the layout and support for other authors. Exceptions are made only with prior approval.


There are no guarantees on audience size. For some events we’ve had as many as 80 people.

 

You are expected to bring at least 20 people to your event.


Yes. We give priority to launch events, but if your book has recently been released there is a possibility that it may be slotted into a scheduled event.


As much as we would love to tell you we can provide a book event or launch for all submissions; unfortunately, we have limited spots.


Yes. We evaluate books to determine when to schedule them and whether we feel they are appropriate for our venue. 


PLEASE REMEMBER TO APPLY 3 to 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO YOU PUBLICATION DATE

Author Intake Form

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