Call for Authors: 2027 March Madness Bookseller Series

SIBA's popular March Madness Bookseller Series returns for 2027! Participating SIBA bookstores will host one-day gatherings that include bookseller education, a meet-the-author luncheon, networking, and idea shares on what’s working at attendees' stores. Events are within two to three hours' driving distance from a majority of our member stores and take place over a three-week period. SIBA March Madness programs receive exceptional and enthusiastic engagement from booksellers.

Submission deadline: January 15, 2027

Authors with books launching in spring and summer 2027 are preferred. A minimum of 24 ARCs or finished books is required for distribution to attending booksellers. 

More details are available on the submission page: Submit an author