Booked in Des Moines
About this Event
On September 26, 2026, Shelf Love DSM will host the very first Booked in Des Moines, a midsize signing event in Des Moines, Iowa! This event will feature over 80 romance authors and vendors and be hosted in the Olmsted Center at Drake University.
Interested in attending? Here are our two ticket options!
VIP Admission
A VIP ticket comes with the following benefits.
- Access to a keynote panel at 11 AM with LJ Claren (author of the BookTok famous fantasy romance THE SILVERSMITH and its upcoming sequel, THE INCENDIARY), Avery Flynn (USA Today and Wall Street Journal best-selling author of the paranormal romance WITCHA GONNA DO?), and more TBA.
- One free/included book of your choice from among select titles written by our keynote panelists, to be signed at the event.*
- Early registration (starting at 10 AM).
- Early entry to the signing room (12:30 PM to 1:30 PM, one private hour of signing time).
- A lanyard, tote bag, and goodies!
*VIP attendes will make their book selection in August via a form.
General Admission
A General Admission ticket includes the following.
- A wristband for entry.
- Access to the signing during general hours (1:30 PM to 5:30 PM).
- Standard registration time (from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM).
- A tote bag.
Stay in the know!
Join our Booked in Des Moines Facebook Group for updates on the event and to connect with other attendees.
Check out our current author lineup!
Note that this list is subject to change.
A.K. Isaacs | AJ Alexander | Alby Blake | Alice Daniels | Allie Lasky | Amari Nylix | Anthony Scott | Ashley Earley | Ashlyn Harmon | Avery Flynn| Bella Donna | Bellamy West | Briar Belmont | Brittany Arreguin | C.J. Primer | Carliann Jean | Cassandra Medcalf | Darma day | Destiny Blake | EC Garrett | Edie Montreux/Edie Monte | Elise Kennedy | Eliza MacArthur | Emilia Abraham | Emily B. Rose | Emma Kathleen | Emma Pathy | Erin Marie Bassett | Erin Nicholas | Evi James | Gia Stevens | Gloria Bottelman | Hailey Dickert | Hollie Luckie | Izzy Elliott | Jaye Viner | Jess Turner | Jessica Nahas | K.V. Thorn | Kathy Haan | Katy Michele | Kelly Kay | Kelsey Josephson | KJ Mags | Kristen Jennings | L. Ballew | Laralyn Doran | Larissa Antonioni | Laurea Matthews | Lexy Night | LJ Claren | M. George | Maria Shield | Meg Doody | Meika Usher | Melissa Lam | Melissa Whitney | Mia Gray | Morgan Kielisch | Morgana Black | Mz Rylan | N.F. Schmitt | N.J. Gray | Nichole Greene | Parker Blythe | Rae Douglas | Rhonda Mumby | S. E. Nielsen | S.K. Brown | Samantha Lind | Sarah Jaeger & Jaeger Rose | Sharon L. Clark | Sophia-Rose Johnson | Starr Z Davies | Stephanie R. Caffrey | Stevi Lynn | T.D. Lua | Whitney Dean
Pre-order a book by an attending author!
We've set up pre-orders for Booked in Des Moines through Beventi. You can pre-order a book to be picked up at the author's table on the day of the event. This helps authors know how many books to stock and ensures you get a copy!
Use this link to find all Booked in Des Moines pre-orders.
Skip the registration line!
Feel free to stop in to Shelf Love DSM during the week of the event (September 20 - 25th) to register early.
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
VIP Registration
Info: VIP ticket holders can arrive at the Olmsted Center to register beginning at 10 AM.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
VIP Keynote Panel
Info: Our VIP ticket holders will hear from a panel of authors such as fantasy romance author LJ Claren and paranormal romance author Avery Flynn (full lineup to be announced).
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
VIP Early Signing Hour
Info: VIP ticket holders will enter the signing hall early and get one private hour of shopping and signing time. We’re also happy to offer early entry for attendees who need additional time or accommodations due to accessibility needs.
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
General Admission Registration
Info: General admission ticket holders can register and line up for the event during this hour.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Booked in Des Moines Signing Event
Info: Enter the main signing hall and shop from over 80 romance authors and vendors!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 28.52 to USD 60.54
