Romance Author & Reader Events presents RARE22 Edinburgh

ROMANCE AUTHOR & READER EVENTS PRESENTS: RARE22 Edinburgh

Meet ALL 200+ International Best Selling Romance authors from around the world

Join us for this international event. Spend your day going to each author table to meet, get books signed, and even take pictures with them. Make new book friends from around the world while meeting your favorite or new to you authors.

ITINERARY:  **PLEASE NOTE** Different authors will sign each day; signing schedule will be released two weeks prior to event: 

Thursday 26 May, 2022

• 6pm - 10pm Registration Party/ Meet & Greet at Brewhemia **NO RE-ENTRY and must have signing ticket in addition to Meet & Greet ticket in order to attend**

Friday 27 May, 2022

• 12:30pm - 6:30pm Registration Only Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC)
• 3:00pm Early Entry 4:30pm General Admission - 9:30pm EICC Signing and Registration 100+ authors (no worries if you are late - registration will be open until 7:30pm Friday).

Saturday 28 May, 2022

• Registration open from 9:00am - 2:00pm (No NEW entry after this time, rentry O.K.) EICC
• 10:00am - 11:30am Early Entry / 11:30am - 4:30pm Signing Day 2 100+ authors  EICC
• 7:30pm - midnight  After Party (Theme to be announced) EICC

*Informal meet ups and tours will be set up for Thursday - Sunday*                                                                          

FAQs

Where is the event at?

RARE22 Edinburgh - Romance Author & Reader Events 2022 will take place at:

Edinburgh International Conference Centre (EICC) 150 Morrison Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8EE 

Directions and transport information:

https://www.eicc.co.uk/visiting/how-to-get-here/

How much are tickets?

*Cost does not include Eventbrite fees*

~ £80 Early Entry ticket Full weekend - Early entry to Friday & Saturday signings, After Party, and Panels IF scheduled (panels are not yet 100% confirmed)~ £55 Full weekend ticket - Friday & Saturday signing, and Saturday night party. ~ £40 Saturday signing only- there will be a limited amount of these tickets sold for those unable to attend Friday. No Early Entry for Saturday only tickets. ** ALL SATURDAY ONLY TICKETHOLDERS NOW HAVE THE OPTION TO UPRGRADE TO A FULL WEEKEND TICKET. PLEASE EMAIL [email protected]~ £10 After Party tickets (for those purchasing Saturday only tickets or those wanting spouses /care givers to attend. You must be a ticketed signing attendee to purchase extra party tickets.

Is the venue (EICC) disable friendly?

Short answer, YES.  Long answer: https://www.eicc.co.uk/visiting/disability-access/

Where Should I stay?

Closest hotels to the venue are: 

• Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh Haymarket 3 star .32km 3 minute walk #5 of 154 on Trip Advisor
• Leonardo Boutique Hotel Simpson Edinburgh 4 Star .3km 5 minute walk #23
• Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa 5 star .48 km 5 minute walk #27
• Fountain Court Apartments .48km 5 minute walk #32
• Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End 3 star .48km 5 minute walk #61
• Premier Inn Central Lauriston Place 3 star .64km 9 minute walk #70
• Hilton Double Tree 4 star .48km 5 minute walk #77
• Leonardo Royal Hotel Edinburgh Haymarket 3 star .48km 5 minute walk #118

As of now Airbnb's are legal in Edinburgh

We will have room blocks soon for Radisson Blu, Waldorf and possibly another. Most hotels will not offer reservations until approximately 11 months out. Budget hotels do not offer room blocks as the room rate is already lower. 

Who must be ticketed?

Anyone entering the convention halls and/or Foyer must be ticketed. All spouses, caregivers, friends, parents, and children over the age of 16 must be ticketed. **due to occupancy restrictions CHILDREN UNDER 16 will not be permitted entry** 

*NO PETS*

Are there ID requirements or an age limit to enter the event?

RARE is now able to scan tickets for entry, paper or electronic tickets are accepted!!

If you do not have your paper ticket or can not check in electronically then identification is required. If you do not have a paper ticket, can not check in electronically, and your identification is not the same name as you purchased your ticket in, you will need to update the correct information on Eventbrite prior to the event.

All attendees under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a ticketed adult

Due to occupancy restrictions no children under 16 will be permitted in the events (signing, panels)

Due to alcohol availability at the signings and after party - those under 18 will have a different colored wristband. Bar staff will be checking I.D. to verify age prior to purchase of alcohol 

Please note there will be explicit book covers and banners in the event room

Will there be a limit on the number of tickets I can buy?

Yes, only two (2) tickets per transaction for Early Entry tickets and two (2) for General Admission.

Do I need to add personal information to all tickets being purchased?

Yes. The ticket holder's name, email address, and age should be on each ticket. If you let your name default to all tickets, then YOU will need to give the paper ticket to each individual or enter with them. The individual will have no recourse should something happen to you or they lose the paper ticket if their name isn't listed.

**DUE TO THE NUMBER OF TICKETS SOLD WE WILL NOT MAKE NAME CHANGES FOR YOU** Should you sell your ticket this is between you and the buyer, you must change the names AND email address on all tickets.

What is included in each tickets:

ALL signing tickets include entrance, pictures and autographs with authors. There is no separate cost for pictures or autographs (this is NOT a .con)

There is NO other difference in tickets, no gifts, no extras-- just time.

Is my registration/ticket transferrable?

Should you sell any tickets it will be your responsibility to transfer the ticket to the new owner by updating the name , age, and email address for each attendee. ALL SALES ARE FINAL AND NO REFUNDS. Prior to paying for your tickets you will be prompted to enter the name, email, and age for each attendee. If all tickets are in your name then YOU will need to give the paper ticket to each individual or enter with them. The individual will have no recourse should something happen to you or they lose the paper ticket if their name isn't listed.

**DUE TO THE NUMBER OF TICKETS SOLD WE WILL NOT MAKE NAME CHANGES FOR YOU** Should you sell your ticket this is between you and the buyer, you must change the names AND email address on all tickets.

Can I update my registration information?

Yes, log into your Eventbrite account and update your information there.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No! If you do not you can present your bar code on your phone 

Please bring one of the following with you to enter:

Paper ticket , electronic ticket, or identification that matches the name on the purchased ticket.

Identification is required for those who look under 16 or do not have your a paper ticket or a way to electronically check in and said identification must match the name on the ticket.

The name on the registration/ticket doesn't match the attendee. Is that okay?

Tickets should match your identification so we can verify the age of each attendee and purchaser if ticket is lost or you are not able to check in electronically. For a smooth entry, try to make sure if possible that your name on your identification and your ticket match. HOWEVER since we are scanning tickets names do not have to match.  Please keep in mind if your friend buys your ticket and her name is on it you have no recourse.

Is there a limit of how many items I can get signed by one author or in total at the event?

NO more than 2 non book items not including book plates per each author - strictly enforced

Some authors will have a limit of total number of items to be signed. This information will be posted as soon as possible and is subject to change at any time.

Elle Kennedy - 6 books/items/bookplates all personalized but only one will have a message. No Erin watt books. No more than 6 total items for Elle.This includes book co written with Sarina Bowen. 

Karen Marie Moning - 3 books/items/bookplates = 3 total items only one will have a message. 

What can/can't I bring to the event?

Feel free to bring as many books as you like, Kindle covers, IPad covers book plates, and or any items you would like signed by authors. No alcohol of any kind can be brought into the event. Snacks and non alcohol drinks can be brought into the event. There will be a bar /snack bar at all events.

Do I have to buy my own books?

Yes. Books will not be provided for free. If you would like a book signed, please bring that title with you. Some attending authors will have a pre order sheet to bring books with them some will not. Only Traditionally published books in the UK will be available through a bookseller at the event.

**WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO BRING YOUR BOOKS WITH YOU TO THE EVENT*** Avoid having a broken heart should your favorite author sell out of books or the book retailer didn't bring that title.

Will a bookseller (book store) be selling books at the event?

Yes however a book seller will only sell Traditional titles -meaning only titles distributed by a UK publisher. If the book you want is not traditionally published (the author is indie) then the book seller will not have the book. We will try and have a list of all available titles to be sold at the event, who is selling them (author or book store).

Will there be food or drink for sale at the event?

There will be a cash bar for drinks with alcohol and without along with a snack bar. Water stations will be throughout the event.

Is there a place for me to leave my jackets/jumper/sweater?

Yes BUT it is £1 per item

Is there a dress code for the event?

No. You will be on your feet all day and rooms tend to get warm, please dress comfortably, where comfortable shoes, and dress in layers.

How long should I stay in town for?

As long as you can. Tours, informal meet ups will start on Wednesday and last possibly through Sunday

Will the author list change?

Yes. The author list is subject to change at any time. Ticket sales are final regardless of cancellations. Authors take signings very serious and confirm after much thought. RARE re confirms with each author three times prior to being announced. Should they cancel it is due to a conflict in schedule, an illness, or emergency.  Please be prepared for cancellations, they are inevitable especially for overseas signings.

What is the refund policy?

NO REFUNDS- all sales final regardless of reason

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Team RARE at the following email address: [email protected]

What are my transport and or parking options at EICC?

From Edinburgh Airport by Taxi: There is an excellent taxi service from the airport to the city. You'll find official airport taxis at the taxi rank outside the terminal building (follow the signs within the airport). It costs approximately £15 to get a taxi from the airport to the city centre and the journey takes 20 minutes depending on the time of day.

Travelling to Edinburgh by Car : The EICC is right in the centre of Edinburgh. The main entrance is 150 Morrison Street. For directions from your home or office visit www.multimap.com and input EH3 8EE for the destination postcode.

Parking near the EICC : There are many car parks in close walking distance to the EICC. Please access the following links for further details:

National Car Parks (NCP) in central Edinburgh Sheraton Hotel Car Park located 150 meters from the EICC, with limited accessible parking spaces. Semple Street Car Park located 300 meters from the EICC Spaces near EICC available via yourparkingspace.co.uk

Tripshare Edinburgh Created to help you quickly and easily find someone who shares your specific journey. Visit the website for full information www.TripshareEdinburgh.com

Cycling There are bike racks next to the main entrance to chain up bikes. For nearby routes, take a look at Edinburgh's cycle paths, many of which run close to the EICC.

By Bus Edinburgh's main bus terminal is located at St Andrews Square. Bus connections stretch right across the UK. For details of these routes please visit: www.nationalexpress.com or www.citylink.co.uk.

For information on local bus services throughout Edinburgh visit www.lothianbuses.com

By Train Edinburgh has two railway stations:

Waverley Station, which is 1.3 miles from EICC, is the city's main railway station and has direct routes to many cities across the country, including over 25 daily departures from London.

Haymarket Station, which is just 0.4 miles from EICC, is a stop for many commuter and some UK train routes. Please ensure that you check with your rail network provider to find out if your train will stop at Haymarket or Waverley.

For more information on the rail network within the UK, please visit East Coast, National Rail or Trainline; a one-stop shop for train and coach travel.

By Tram Edinburgh Trams run between the Airport and York Place every 8-10 minutes Monday to Saturday and every 12-15 minutes on a Sunday. The closest tram stop to the EICC is at Haymarket Station. Please visit Edinburgh Trams website for more details.

Walk to EICC from Haymarket Station When exiting Haymarket Station head right (east), towards the pedestrian crossing. Walk straight up Morrison Street for a few minutes and you will find the EICC on the left hand side.

SEStran For further advice on alternative modes of transport www.sestran.gov.uk

From Edinburgh Airport by Bus The Airlink 100 operates a frequent bus service (every 10 minutes at peak times) between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre, with designated stops en route. The service starts at 04.30 and runs until 00.22 at night, with the journey taking 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4.50 single and £7.50 return. Delegates are advised to disembark at Haymarket Railway Station and to follow signs for EICC on foot (5 minute walk). See city centre map for directions.

The N22 bus also departs from outside the Airport entrance and runs every half an hour through the night until the Airlink service starts again. For more information about these services visit www.flybybus.com.

By Plane: Edinburgh has one of the UK's fastest growing airports and new flights are always being added. At the EICC, we have the luxury of being located right in the heart of the city and within 10km (6 miles) of Edinburgh International Airport.

For more information on which airlines and destinations connect to Edinburgh visit www.edinburghairport.com.

From Edinburgh Airport by Taxi : There is an excellent taxi service from the airport to the city. You'll find official airport taxis at the taxi rank outside the terminal building (follow the signs within the airport). It costs approximately £15 to get a taxi from the airport to the city centre and the journey takes 20 minutes depending on the time of day.

From Edinburgh Airport by Tram: Edinburgh Trams run between the Airport and York Place, in central Edinburgh, every 8-10 minutes Monday to Saturday and every 12-15 minutes on a Sunday. The closest tram stop to the EICC is at Haymarket Station. The first tram from Edinburgh Airport departs at 06:15 and the last is 22:45. Please visit Edinburgh Trams website for further information.

From Edinburgh Airport by Bus: The Airlink 100 operates a frequent bus service (every 10 minutes at peak times) between Edinburgh Airport and the city centre, with designated stops en route. The service starts at 04.30 and runs until 00.22 at night, with the journey taking 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4.50 single and £7.50 return. Delegates are advised to disembark at Haymarket Railway Station and to follow signs for EICC on foot (5 minute walk). See city centre map for directions.

The N22 bus also departs from outside the Airport entrance and runs every half an hour through the night until the Airlink service starts again. For more information about these services visit www.flybybus.com.

Author LIne Up Subject To Change At Any Time as of 16 February 2021

A. Zavarelli

A.D. Justice

A.E. Murphy

A.L. Jackson

A.M. Hargrove

Abbi Glines

Addison Jane

Aleatha Romig

Alyssa Cole

Amalie Howard

Amanda Maxlyn

Amelia Hutchins

Amie Knight

Amo Jones

Amy Briggs

Amy Jarecki

Angel Payne

Ann Marie Walker

Anne Eliot

Annika Martin

April White

Asa Maria Bradley

Aubrey Bondurant

Aurora Rose Reynolds

Avery Flynn

B.B. Reid

Bec McMaster

Beck & Hallman (J.L. Beck & C. Hallman)

Boone Brux

Brenna Aubrey

C.C. Wood

C.L.Wilson

C.M. Stunich

Callie Hart

Cameo Renae

Cara Dee

Carina Adams

Caroline Peckham

Carrie Elks

Carrie Gray

Catherine Bybee

Celia Aaron

Charlie Cochet

Cindi Madsen

Claire Kingsley

Clarissa Wild

Cora Reilly

CoraLee June

Daisy Prescott

Damon Suede

Dani René

Danielle Lori

Danielle Norman

Darcy Burke

Darynda Jones

Donna Alam

E. Davies

E.M. Lindsey

E.M. Moore

Eden Summers

Elena Lawson

Elisabeth Grace

Elizabeth Briggs

Elizabeth Hunter

Elizabeth York

Elle Christensen / Fiona Davenport

Elle Kennedy

Emma Hart

Emma Scott

Erica Ridley

Erica Woods

Erin Bedford / Piper Brown

Eva Chase

Felicity Heaton

Fiona Cole

Frost Kay

Garett Leigh

Geneva Lee

Genevieve Jack

Gia Riley

Giana Darling

Graceley Knox & D.D. Miers

H.M. Ward

Hailey Turner

Harloe Rae

Heidi McLaughlin

Helen Hardt

Isobel Starling

Ivy Asher

J. Bengtsson

J. Bree

J. Kenner

J. Lynn

J.C. Emery

J.J. Mcavoy

J.L. Perry / Jodi Perry

J.R. Gray

J.S. Scott

Jade West

Jane Henry

Jane Washington

Jeannine Colette

Jenika Snow

Jennifer Ashley

Jennifer L. Armentrout

Jennifer Loren

Jill Sanders

Jillian Dodd

Joanna Wylde

Jodi Ellen Malpas

Joely Sue Burkhart

Julia Sykes

K.A. Knight

K.A. Linde

K.I. Lynn

K.K. Allen

K.L. Shandwick

Karen Lynch

Karen Marie Moning

Karla Sorensen

Kate Meader

Kate Stewart

Kathleen Brooks

Kathy Coopmans

Kaydence Snow

Kaylea Cross

Kel Carpenter

Kelley Armstrong / Katey Wolfe

Kelly Collins

Kelly Elliott

Kendra Elliot

Kenzie Hart

Ker Dukey / Kerry Duke

Kerrigan Byrne

Kerry Adrienne

Kerry Heavens

Kim Loraine

Kindle Alexander

Kym Grosso

L.A. Casey

L.B. Dunbar

L.H. Cosway

L.K. Farlow

L.P. Lovell

Lane Hayes

Larissa Ione

Laura Thalassa

Lauren Rowe

Layla Hagen

Lea Griffith

Lee Savino

Lesley Jones

Lili Valente

Lily Morton

Lisa Renee Jones

Louise Bay

Lucía Ashta

Lucy Lennox

Lucy Score

Lucy Smoke / Lucinda Dark

Macy Blake

Maria Luis

Mariana Zapata

Marni Mann

May Archer

May Sage

Meghan Quinn

Melinda Leigh

Michelle Lynn

Mickey Miller

Milly Taiden

Mina Carter

Molly O' Keefe / Molly Fader

Monica James

N.R. Walker

Nana Malone

Nancy Herkness

Natasha Knight

Nikita Slater

Nora Everly

Nora Flite

Nora Phoenix

Nyrae Dawn

Olivia Wildenstein

Pam Godwin

Piper Rayne

Pippa Grant

Poppy J. Anderson

Prescott Lane

R.G. Angel

R.J. Scott

R.L. Griffin

Rachel Van Dyken

Raven Kennedy

Rebecca Donovan

Rebecca Jenshak

Rebecca Zanetti

Renee Harless

Renee Rose

Riley Hart

Roan Parrish

S.M. Lumetta

Sam Mariano

Samantha Young

Sariah Wilson

Savannah Page

Scarlett Cole

Serena Akeroyd

Shantel Tessier

Sheridan Anne

Sierra Simone

Siobhan Davis

Sloane Kennedy

Sophie Lark

Stacey Marie Brown

Steffanie Holmes

Stephanie Hudson

Stevie J. Cole

Susan Stoker

Susannah Nix

Susanne Valenti

Susie Tate

Suzanne Wright

T. Gephart

Tara Brown

Tara Leigh

Tate James

Terri E. Laine

Terri Osburn

Tijan

Tillie Cole

Toni Aleo

Toni Anderson

V.L. Locey

Veronica Larsen

Wendy Higgins

Willow Winters

Winter Rose

Photographer

Wander Aguiar

Cancelled

Bella Jewel

Dee Davis

Emilia Finn

Grace Draven

Jamie McGuire

Karpov Kinrade

Leia Stone

Lexi Blake

Lorelei James

Meagan Brandy

Monica Murphy

Natasha Boyd

Penny Reid

Samantha Garman / Emma Slate

Tarryn Fisher

Maybe's

Aly Martinez

Avery Song

B.B. Easton

Brenda Rothert

Brittainy C Cherry

Claire Contreras

Elisabeth Naughton

Elizabeth O'Roark

Harper Sloan

Heather Graham

Helena Hunting

Karina Halle

Kele Moon

Lexi Ryan

M.E. Carter

M.J. Fields

Melody Anne

Natasha Madison

Nina Bocci

Rebecca Yarros

Ruth Cardello

Sara Ney

Sarina Bowen

T.L. Swan

Thea Harrison

Previously Cancelled/ Now Attending

Aurora Rose Reynolds

Celia Aaron

Eden Summers

Giana Darling

H.M. Ward

Jane Henry

Jane Washington

Jodi Ellen Malpas

K.A. Linde

K.I. Lynn

Kate Stewart

Kelly Elliott

Lauren Rowe

Marni Mann

Mina Carter

Sheridan Anne

Tijian

Toni Aleo

Wendy Higgins

Narrators: Announced Closer to Event Date

Photographers/Industry Professionals Wander Aguiar

Host or Publisher Romance Author & Reader Events