This public event has over 100 romance authors in one room,
including New York Times and USA Today Bestsellers.
Chat with them, get selfies together, or buy a signed book.
JULY 11th, 2026
Embassy Suites, East Peoria, IL
1PM-4PM
VIP NOON-1PM
Interested in attending as an author for our 2027 event? Join our 2027 interest form below!
We accept donations! Click below if you would like to donate.
All proceeds benefit Thistle Farms.
Want to bring kids?
Kids tickets:
Ages: 0-2 Free, 2-12 – $5, 13 and up full price. In event of ticket sell out then kid’s tickets are no longer available.
After Party – 21 or older due to alcohol.
*When you purchase your ticket please be aware that you may be photographed
and appear in marketing materials including social media
Benefiting:
Official Photographer
