November 13-14, 2026
Horseshoe Las Vegas
Connect. Engage. Grow.
Reader Nation 2026 is your opportunity to showcase your brand to a vibrant global community of readers, authors, and industry professionals. With over 200 authors and 2,000 attendees expected, our event offers unparalleled visibility and networking opportunities.
Whether you’re looking to promote your product, connect with a dedicated audience, or collaborate with industry leaders, Reader Nation is the perfect platform to highlight your brand while supporting storytelling in all its forms.
We offer two options to exhibit at Reader Nation:
1. Sponsorship opportunities are designed for organizations seeking elevated visibility and deeper engagement with the Reader Nation audience. Sponsors can showcase their brand and engage directly with readers who are enthusiastic about discovering new stories, products, and experiences. Sponsorships are tied to specific, high-impact elements of the event, such as featured programming or marquee experiences, and may include a table or booth at Saturday’s book signing expo, depending on the package.
2. Vendor participation is a focused, streamlined option centered on Saturday’s book signing expo. Vendors receive a dedicated table during the expo, providing direct access to attendees in a lively, high-energy environment where readers are actively browsing, buying, and engaging with brands they love.
Interested in being a sponsor or a vendor? Fill out our interest form to learn more!
VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES
Why Exhibit at
Reader Nation?
Join us on Saturday, November 14, from 9 AM to 4 PM during our signing event to showcase your products or services to a global audience of book lovers, authors, and industry professionals.
Included with Your Table:
1 lunch and 2 chairs
A listing on our program map
Features on our social media and website
Table Dimensions & Setup
Table Size: 23”W x 72”L
Positioning: Check the floor plan for your assigned spot.
Bring Your Own Covers: Tables are not skirted or covered; please bring your own.
Power Options: Individual tables will not have access to power. We recommend bringing a tablet with backup battery power or using QR codes to direct attendees to your links or samples on their devices.
Who Should Exhibit?
Audiobook narrators and voiceover artists
Sellers of bookish merchandise like candles, bookmarks, and apparel
Designers and artists creating fan art or other book-inspired creations
Book subscription box companies
Tech platforms for readers
Cost & Application Details
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Vendor Table Fee: $250 (includes one free assistant badge)
Table pricing remains the same as last year. This year, we're offering 2 scholarships reserved for human narrators. If you’d like to be considered, simply fill out the scholarship box on your application. If you’re interested in contributing to the scholarship fund, please email us at hello@authorventuresllc.com.
We’ll review applications on a rolling basis and announce vendors as they’re accepted
We will keep a waitlist in case of last-minute cancelations.
GET STARTED
👉 Fill out our application form, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the best opportunities for your business.
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Whether you’re looking for large-scale opportunities or smaller branded features, we offer options to fit every business goal. Custom sponsorship opportunities available—let’s create something that works for you!
All sponsorships include features on our website, social media, and email.
Event Sponsorships
Friday Night Mixer Sponsor
About the event:
Following Andy Weir’s closing keynote, Reader Nation will host a special Friday night screening of the 90-minute documentary Indie Author: A Documentary for All Who Dare to Dream, celebrating the modern publishing journey.
The evening sets the tone for the entire event and draws together Author Nation conference attendees, Reader Nation VIP readers and signing authors in a shared, high-energy experience. The screening will be followed by a live panel Q&A during Saturday’s expo, extending your brand’s visibility beyond a single night.
As the exclusive Friday Night Mixer Sponsor, your brand becomes the face of the official Reader Nation kickoff, with premium exposure at one of the most talked-about moments of the event (including a live shout-out from Andy Weir)!
Ideal for brands that want:
✔ Immediate top-of-mind awareness
✔ Association with creativity, storytelling, and indie success
✔ Direct access to highly engaged readers
Includes:
- Top billing
- Booth, top-pick location during Saturday's expo
- 4 VIP tickets
- Naming rights
- Event signage + digital branding
- Optional swag bag insert
1 available | $10,000
Saturday Night Mixer Sponsor
About the event:
After Saturday’s signing expo concludes, Reader Nation transitions into an intimate, community-driven evening of book club meetups, where readers and authors connect in small groups around shared stories and genres.
With pastries, coffee, and tea on hand, readers close out the weekend with relaxed, meaningful conversation. As the Saturday Night Mixer Sponsor, your brand naturally stands out, without competing for attention.
Ideal for brands that want:
✔ Authentic reader engagement
✔ Lifestyle alignment with book culture
✔ High-quality brand recall
Includes:
- Second billing
- Booth, second-pick location
- 4 VIP tickets
- Naming rights (e.g., "Book Club Bash presented by...")
- Event signage + digital branding
- Optional swag bag insert
1 available | $5,000
Branded Sponsorships
GA Swag Bag Sponsor
Feature your logo on 2,000 General Admission tote bags, and be the brand readers carry with them throughout and after the event.
Includes 2 VIP tickets.
1 available | $5,000
Badge Sponsor
Put your brand in every attendee’s hands. Your logo will be featured on the badges given to all attendees for constant exposure during the event and as a keepsake afterward.
Includes 2 VIP tickets.
1 available | $2,500
Genre Aisle Sponsor
Stand out as a genre sponsor with your logo prominently displayed on aisle banners and genre-themed photo stations.
Includes 1 VIP ticket.
5 available | $1,000
VIP Swag Bag Sponsor
Feature your logo on 500 VIP premium canvas tote bags, and be the brand readers carry with them throughout and after the event.
Includes 2 VIP tickets.
1 available | $5,000
Lanyard Sponsor
Put your brand in every attendee’s hands. Your logo will be featured on the lanyards given to all attendees for constant exposure during the event and as a keepsake afterward.
Includes 2 VIP tickets.
1 available | $2,500
Volunteer Lunch Sponsor
Fuel the hardworking volunteers who make our event possible. Includes recognition at the lunch, your logo featured on lunch signage.
Includes 1 VIP ticket.
1 available | $500
Scholarships
Help emerging storytellers join us at Reader Nation and share their stories with readers.
Between ordering printed books for stock and covering Vegas-priced meals, attending a signing event can quickly become expensive.
Your generosity will be recognized with a social media and website feature.
For every dollar donated, we’ll match the same amount toward the table fee for up to 10 authors, doubling the impact of your contribution.
GET STARTED
👉 Fill out our interest form below, and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the best opportunities for your business.
2026 SPONSORS
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