Author Showcase Sign-up

A key component of the Christian Book Expo - Dallas 2009 will be the opportunity for publishers to connect their authors directly with attendees through a variety of highly-visible showcase events. In addition to the availability of authors for traditional in-booth signings and meet-and-greet opportunities, authors may also be showcased in several other interactive ways that allow these authors -- and your message! -- to engage directly with the audience(s) you're trying to reach.

Talk with your authors now and make sure this first-of-its-kind opportunity is reserved on their 2009 schedule!

Complete the following form for each author your company wants to showcase during the Christian Book Expo and submit it for official approval. Upon approval, you will be contacted to finalize scheduling, payment, etc.

NOTE: Authors -- please contact your publisher directly and request that they submit your Christian Book Expo participation preferences immediately!

* required

Publisher – Contact Information
Sponsoring Publisher*
Publisher Mailing Address* (street, city, st/prov, zip/pc)
Publisher Contact Name*
Publisher Contact Phone*
Publisher Contact E-mail*
Publisher Website*
Publisher Logo	To be approved, a color high-resolution (print quality) image of the publisher imprint/logo -- required for event marketing purposes -- must be submitted to info@christianbookexpo.com
Author – Contact Information
Status	This author is confirmed and will be attending the Christian Book Expo. This author has been invited to attend the Christian Book Expo but has not yet been confirmed.
Author Name*
Author Mailing Address (street, city, st/prov, zip/pc)
Author Phone
Author E-mail*
Author Website
Participation Options* (check all that apply)	Please mark all participation options desired for this author. (Additional details accessible via mouse rollover.) These selections do not guarantee involvement; you will be contacted upon submission to discuss these details further. In-Booth Author SigningIn-Booth Author Events Host your author in your show booth for book signings, product launches, readings, etc. Advance reservation required for scheduling purposes. - no fee required Exhibit Floor Author SigningExhibit Floor Author Signing Feature your authors in a central, prominent on-floor "Author Pavillion" accessible by show attendees. $250 reservation fee for exclusive use. (in Featured Author pavillions) - fee required Featured Author ShowcaseFeatured Author Showcases Feature your authors in a workshop, multi-author panel discussion, or Q&A session; invite attendees to a special reading or product demo/launch; host a private meal function, VIP event, or meet-and-greet. $500 fee per author event. (see options below) - fee required Evening ProgrammingEvening Programming Expose your A-level authors to thousands of participants in the evening celebration sessions! Pre-approval required. - nominations required; you will be contacted with more information In-Store AppearancesIn-Store Appearances Connect your authors with the public through scheduled events in local Christian retail venues. CBE to assist in scheduling. - connecting with local (Dallas-area) Christian retailers for in-store appearances... Local Church ParticipationLocal Church Participation Involve your authors in local church ministry/worship settings as a special speaker/teacher. CBE to assist in scheduling. - engaging local church congregations as a guest speaker/teacher... GPA Golf TournamentGolf Tournament Fundraiser Partner with CBE to raise funds for global publishing initiatives while connecting with publishers, other authors, and local church leaders. Registration details forthcoming. - authors, publishers, and local church leaders raising funds and awareness for the Global Publishers Alliance.
Dates of Availability* (check all that apply)	Please mark all dates that your author will be available for participation in the Christian Book Expo. Space is limited, and priority consideration in scheduling will be given based upon order of submission. Thursday PM, March 19, 2009 - Christian Book Awards presentationChristian Book Awards Presentation Celebrate the best in Christian literature by attending the 2009 awards presentation prior to the start of the Christian Book Expo. Event details forthcoming. Friday, March 20, 2009 Saturday, March 21, 2009 Sunday, March 22, 2009 (limited workshop programming available…)
Author – Professional Overview
This information will be used to prepare event materials and can be revised in the future.
Author Bio* (250 word max; CBE reserves the right to edit, when necessary, due to space constraints)
Author Bibliography* (list up to 10 featured published works)
New Titles (list any new titles to be released in 2009 and/or featured at the CBE event)
Author Image	To be approved, a color high-resolution (print quality) image of the author -- required for event marketing purposes -- must be submitted to info@christianbookexpo.com.
Showcase Selections
Option 1 If approved, you will be contacted directly regarding payment instructions, audio-visual needs, F&B options, on-site sale of merchandise, and room assignment / configuration.
Author Showcase	Select one option below Workshop / Lecture Presentation Multi-Author Panel Discussion Reading / Author Q&A Product Launch/Premier Author Meet & Greet Author Meal Function
Option 1 Description (100 word max)	Please describe the purpose, topic, objective, audience, etc. of the selected option above. Provide any details that will be helpful in evaluating your request and determining appropriateness and placement within the Christian Book Expo program: This is a one-time event. This event could be repeated if the schedule permits.
Option 2 If approved, you will be contacted directly regarding payment instructions, audio-visual needs, F&B options, on-site sale of merchandise, and room assignment / configuration.
Author Showcase	Select one option below Workshop / Lecture Presentation Multi-Author Panel Discussion Reading / Author Q&A Product Launch/Premier Author Meet & Greet Author Meal Function
Option 2 Description (100 word max)	Please describe the purpose, topic, objective, audience, etc. of the selected option above. Provide any details that will be helpful in evaluating your request and determining appropriateness and placement within the Christian Book Expo program: This is a one-time event. This event could be repeated if the schedule permits.
Option 3 If approved, you will be contacted directly regarding payment instructions, audio-visual needs, F&B options, on-site sale of merchandise, and room assignment / configuration.
Author Showcase	Select one option below Workshop / Lecture Presentation Multi-Author Panel Discussion Reading / Author Q&A Product Launch/Premier Author Meet & Greet Author Meal Function
Option 3 Description (100 word max)	Please describe the purpose, topic, objective, audience, etc. of the selected option above. Provide any details that will be helpful in evaluating your request and determining appropriateness and placement within the Christian Book Expo program: This is a one-time event. This event could be repeated if the schedule permits.
Option 4 If approved, you will be contacted directly regarding payment instructions, audio-visual needs, F&B options, on-site sale of merchandise, and room assignment / configuration.
Author Showcase	Select one option below Workshop / Lecture Presentation Multi-Author Panel Discussion Reading / Author Q&A Product Launch/Premier Author Meet & Greet Author Meal Function
Option 4 Description (100 word max)	Please describe the purpose, topic, objective, audience, etc. of the selected option above. Provide any details that will be helpful in evaluating your request and determining appropriateness and placement within the Christian Book Expo program: This is a one-time event. This event could be repeated if the schedule permits.
Option 5 If approved, you will be contacted directly regarding payment instructions, audio-visual needs, F&B options, on-site sale of merchandise, and room assignment / configuration.
Author Showcase	Select one option below Workshop / Lecture Presentation Multi-Author Panel Discussion Reading / Author Q&A Product Launch/Premier Author Meet & Greet Author Meal Function
Option 5 Description (100 word max)	Please describe the purpose, topic, objective, audience, etc. of the selected option above. Provide any details that will be helpful in evaluating your request and determining appropriateness and placement within the Christian Book Expo program: This is a one-time event. This event could be repeated if the schedule permits.

MARCH 20-22, 2009
Dallas Convention Center
Dallas, Texas