From the editor assigned to my manuscript to the cover designer who nailed the brief on the first round, every step felt handled. My paperback was on Amazon and Barnes & Noble within weeks.
American Library Association (ALA) Book Fair
American Library Association (ALA) Book Fair
Get face-out exposure at ALA Annual Conference & Exhibition, without traveling.
Put your book where library decision-makers discover what’s next.
With Kingswell Press representing your title at the American Library Association (ALA) Annual Conference & Exhibition, your book receives high-visibility, face-out placement in the exhibit environment, giving librarians and industry professionals the opportunity to see it, ask about it, and evaluate it for their collections.
$499
one-time payment
or start for $499
Quantity:
1
100% Rights Retained
Global Distribution
Print-on-Demand
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Why This Matters
Libraries remain one of the most powerful and respected discovery channels for authors.
Why This Matters
The ALA Annual Exhibition brings together thousands of librarians, library staff, educators, publishers, and publishing professionals who attend specifically to discover new books and evaluate titles for potential acquisition.
Why This Matters
For authors, that means direct visibility with the professionals who influence what gets placed on library shelves nationwide.
Why This Matters
Library exposure is fundamentally different from retail exposure.
Why This Matters
Librarians curate collections. They introduce new authors to their communities. They influence long-term readership.
Why This Matters
Being present at the ALA Annual Exhibition positions your book within that trusted decision-making environment.
What’s Included
- Kingswell Press will represent your book at the ALA Annual Exhibition and provide:
- Face-out display of your book on an exclusive Kingswell Press shelf alongside only four other titles, curated visibility without getting lost in a crowded booth.
- On-site representation by a knowledgeable representative who can speak with attendees about your book.
- Books provided by Kingswell Press for exhibit display, no shipping or logistics required from you.
- Post-event lead forwarding, any interest or inquiries received during the conference are forwarded directly to you so you can follow up.
- A truly hands-off experience, you get conference exposure without the cost and logistics of attending in person.
- This is true conference participation, without the cost of booth space, travel, accommodations, staffing, or shipping.
A Smart, Strategic Marketing Move
Exhibiting independently at the ALA Annual Exhibition can require thousands of dollars once booth fees and travel are considered.
A Smart, Strategic Marketing Move
For a fraction of that investment, this option gives you:
- National industry visibility
- Credible placement under an established publishing brand
- Access to library influencers
- A hands-off conference presence
- Actionable follow-up opportunities after the event
How it works
- Reserve your spot by purchasing this service.
- Kingswell Press orders and prepares your book for display.
- Your book is showcased during the ALA Annual Exhibition days.
- Any inquiries or expressed interest received at the event are forwarded to you for direct follow-up.
What this is (and isn’t)
This is: professional, real-world exposure in a high-traffic library marketplace environment, ideal for awareness, credibility, and strategic positioning.
What this is (and isn’t)
This isn’t: a guarantee of reviews, awards, media coverage, or library purchasing decisions. Library acquisitions vary by institution and budget.
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Testimonials
Authors who've published with Kingswell Press share their experience, from manuscript development and cover design to international book distribution and marketing.
I came in with a half-finished memoir and walked out with a polished book, an ISBN, and global distribution. The marketing plan turned a quiet launch into a real reader base.
I've worked with two other publishers before. The difference here is the structure, clear timelines, real human support, and zero surprises on rights. I kept everything and still got the full-service treatment.
From the editor assigned to my manuscript to the cover designer who nailed the brief on the first round, every step felt handled. My paperback was on Amazon and Barnes & Noble within weeks.
I came in with a half-finished memoir and walked out with a polished book, an ISBN, and global distribution. The marketing plan turned a quiet launch into a real reader base.
I've worked with two other publishers before. The difference here is the structure, clear timelines, real human support, and zero surprises on rights. I kept everything and still got the full-service treatment.