THE LARGEST INDIE AUTHOR CONFERENCE IN THE WORLD
Nov 10–13, 2026 | Las Vegas, NV
Plans to Attend 2026
83%
SAY YES!
Overall Satisfaction
4.6/5
Net Promoter Score
+72 (Excellent)
Would Recommend to Others
91%
Learn From Giants. Implement Like a Pro.
Keynote Speaker
Andy Weir -
Author -The Martian
Join Andy Weir, and an elite assembly of publishing pioneers for four days where cutting-edge theory meets real-world application.
No hypotheticals.
No maybes.
Just proven strategies, hands-on implementation, and future-proof techniques for your author business.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
Access to:
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Professional Headshots
Walk away with polished, on-brand photos for your website and marketing.
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68+ expert-led sessions covering craft, marketing, production, audio, and sustainable author business strategy.
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A 3 hour Intensive workshop on building a future proof marketing system.
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Industry Expo
Meet the tools, platforms, and service providers that power successful indie careers — all in one place.
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Morning & Afternoon Refreshments
Stay energized with coffee, tea, pastries, and networking breaks designed for connection.
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Reader Nation Expo
Gain early entry to the book signing expo; does not include a table, must apply separately.
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Session Recordings + Virtual After Party
Watch sessions at your leisure with lifetime access and join live Zoom Q&As with speakers after the event to deepen your learning and implementation.
👉 We offer ticket insurance at checkout for hassle-free refunds up until the day of the live show. If you choose the payment plan, your ticket is not valid unless fully paid, and we will only transfer fully paid tickets.
Live Ticket Options
ALUMNI TICKET
SOLD OUT
$500
EARLY BIRD
$550
1866 reviews rated us an average of 4.47/5
"Amazing! This one session was worth the price of admission!"
STANDARD TICKET
OPENS AFTER EARLY BIRD SELLS OUT.
$650
Schedule
What the Media is Saying
ARTICLES
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by Emma Boyer
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By Robyn Sarty
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By Russell Nohelty
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By Johnny B. Truant
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By Jocelyn Lindsay
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By Cody Sisco
PODCASTS
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Self-Publishing with ALLi Podcast
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The Self Publishing Show
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Publish & Prosper
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Wish I'd Known Then... For Writers
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Writers, Ink Podcast
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Wide for the Win
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FAQs
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