March Madness 2026 Registration is Open
Ten SIBA bookstores in nine different states will host one-day gatherings throughout March that include bookseller education, meet-the-author luncheons, networking, and idea shares on what’s working at attendee stores. This programming is FREE to SIBA member bookstores, and includes lunch.
"I found the small group to be a really smartly organized way of sharing with one another. I liked the opportunity for everyone to share what they needed help with and what they were excited about. Everyone was eager to listen and learn from one another." -- Shae Jordan, Avid Bookshop
One of the unique aspects of March Madness programming is that it allows bookstores to showcase what they do well and to share their expertise with their fellow booksellers. The 2026 program includes a wide variety of presentations from Subscription Book Clubs to Succession Planning, from creating a fun and inviting in-store culture to navigating some of the common legal landmines bookstores face as small businesses.
Booksellers can register for multiple events. The schedule seeks to ensure there is a March Madness event within driving distance of most of SIBA's extensive territory.
All March Madness events run from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM local time, and include an author luncheon. The general format for all events is:
- 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Education Session presented by the hosting store.
- 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Author Luncheon
- 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Bookseller Idea Share