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Macmillan Library @ TxLA 2019
Howdy, partners! We can’t wait to see you in Austin for the Texas Library Association’s Annual Conference! Join us in the exhibit hall in booth #2346 for tons of ARC giveaways and author signings, and mark your calendars with our many awesome events!
Please check back later for final room assignments.
Monday, April 15
In-booth signing with Emily March (JACKSON)
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Macmillan Adult booth #2346
Book Buzz after Dark!
Hear from multiple publishers about exciting forthcoming titles!
8:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Austin Convention Center, 18AB, Level 4
Tuesday, April 16
Spirit of Texas Reading Program with C.C.Hunter (IN ANOTHER LIFE)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Austin Convention Center, 5ABC, Level 3
In-booth signing with Chandler Baker (WHISPER NETWORK)
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Macmillan Adult booth #2346
Author Autographing Area signings:
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Exhibit Hall
C.C. Hunter (IN ANOTHER LIFE), Table #1
Meredith Russo (BIRTHDAY), Table #2
Opening Awards & Author Session* with Ben Mezrich (BITCOIN BILLIONAIRES)
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM | Hilton Downtown Hotel, 500 E. 4th St., Austin Grand Ballroom, Salon F, 6th floor
*tickets required, more details available here.
Love is Love: LGBTQIA + in YA Lit with Meredith Russo (BIRTHDAY)
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Austin Convention Center, 12AB, Level 4
Macmillan Library @ TxLA 2018 (Booth #2816)
YEEHAW! We can’t wait to see you in Dallas at the Texas Library Association Annual Conference! Peruse the program early then join us in the exhibit hall in booth #2816! Tons of ARC giveaways and the amazing events below await you!
All events are free unless otherwise noted
Tuesday, April 3
In-booth signing with Diane Kelly
5:30-6:30pm
Kay B Hutchison Convention Center | Booth #2816
Diane Kelly will sign complimentary copies of her mystery, ENFORCING THE PAW.
Wednesday, April 4
In-booth signing with Emily March
10:15-11:15am
Kay B Hutchison Convention Center | Booth #2816
Emily March will sign complimentary copies of her romance, THE FIRST KISS OF SPRING.
Opening Author Luncheon featuring Wade Rouse (writing as Viola Shipman)
12:15-1:30pm
Omni Hotel, 555 S. Lamar Street | Trinity Ballroom, Sections 6-8, Level 3
Tickets required*
Kick off your TLA conference with an insightful and entertaining discussion about books. A trio of authors including Wade Rouse (writing as Viola Shipman; THE RECIPE BOX) will share some of their writing experiences and read from their latest works at this luncheon. A book signing will take place immediately following the event for attendees.
*Tickets are $44 and must be purchased by Friday, March 16, through pre-registration.
Author Autographing Area signing with Meredith Russo
2:30-3:30pm
Kay B Hutchison Convention Center | Author Autographing Area, Aisle 4
Meredith Russo will sign complimentary copies of her award-winning YA novel, IF I WAS YOUR GIRL.
“LGBTQIA Fiction for Young Adults” featuring Meredith Russo
4:15-5:15pm
Kay B Hutchison Convention Center | Room C146
Often an underserved population, LGBTQIA readers are finding representation more prevalent in today’s young adult and middle-grade fiction. Authors including Meredith Russo (IF I WAS YOUR GIRL) will speak on the importance of building awareness and having books available for their users and community. readmoreremove
See you in Houston!
We’re excited to see y’all at the Texas Library Association conference!
Come say howdy to the Macmillan crew in booth #1544 & attend our great events.
You can also follow the action on Twitter, hashtag #txla16.
Safe travels & see you in Houston!
Macmillan Library @ TxLA 2016 (Booth #1544)
YEEHAW! We can’t wait to spend springtime with you in Houston at the Texas Library Association Annual Conference next month! Peruse the program early, then join us in the exhibit hall at booth #1544 for some great galley giveaways and also at the events below (all are free unless otherwise noted):
Wednesday, April 20
Opening Author Session with Carolyn Haines
12:00 noon-1:50pm
Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel, 1600 Lamar St. | Lanier Grand Ballroom ABC, level 4
Tickets required*
Powerful women telling stories: now that’s a true feast of narrative and performance talent. Two-time Grammy winner Rita Coolidge and acclaimed writers Laura Lippman and Carolyn Haines (ROCK-A-BYE BONES) discuss their recent works, life, and creative inspiration. Enjoy a fun and thought-provoking luncheon with a book signing to follow.
*Tickets are $40 and must be purchased by Friday, April 8, through pre-registration.
Texas Tea: Meet and Greet with YA Authors
4:00-5:20pm
Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel, 1600 Lamar St. | Ballroom of Americas ABC, level 2
Tickets required*
Join us for the fifth annual Texas Tea, the premier event for YA literature enthusiasts, featuring several authors including David Levithan (YOU KNOW ME WELL). Librarians stay put as authors move from table to table sharing stories over tea and cookies.
*Tickets are $30 and must be purchased by Friday, April 8, through pre-registration.
Thursday, April 21
In-booth signing with David Levithan
11:00am-12:00 noon
George R. Brown Convention Center | Booth #1544
David Levithan will sign complimentary copies of his YA novel, YOU KNOW ME WELL. Quantities are limited. Librarians only, please.
Friday, April 22
Book Buzz: The New Books Are Coming
8:00-9:50am
George R. Brown Convention Center | Room 370 A-F
Come hear Anne “sweet teeth” Spieth highlight her favorite forthcoming Macmillan titles at this popular annual book buzz featuring representatives from several publishing houses.
