Join us in Indianapolis, Indiana for a three-day celebration of independent bookselling, including awards celebrations, author events, bookstore tours, education, networking, and a vibrant trade show floor where booksellers and our industry partners can do business together and get to know one another. Heartland Fall Forum is hosted collaboratively by the Great Lakes Independent Booksellers Association and the Midwest Independent Booksellers Association. We can't wait to see you all in Indy!
From blocking the sun’s harsh rays and painful parasites, to building homes, soothing upset stomachs, and even having fun, it’s Mud...to the Rescue!
Miller’s gonzo memoir follows a music fan’s odyssey through a singular account of his co-founded label Bloodshot Records, the Chicago scene, and thirty years as part of a community sustaining independent artists and businesses.
Based on a true story, The Residence’s fast-pitch softball team is made up of men who’ve fallen out of society into a haven for chronic alcoholics. Their journey shows how shared purpose can spark hope, even in the darkest circumstances.
The lives of four aging gay friends are upended when Teddy's estranged sister lands on their doorstep with a dramatic granddaughter in tow, causing turmoil in their tight-knit Palm Springs community. Inspired by TV's The Golden Girls.
The #1 New York Times bestselling picture book by Tiffany Hammond, the creator of the popular Fidgets and Fries platform, invites readers into the life of an Autistic family who communicate without spoken language.
A raw and lyrical exploration of the confining expectations of womanhood and, if we dare, what lies beyond those limitations—from a writer Roxane Gay calls “vibrant and thoughtful.”
A deeply American coming-of-age novel with themes of first love, family, and friendship.
From the author of the cult classic Treasure Island!!!, a delightfully unhinged comedy following a woman as she attempts to exorcise the spirit of a dead corgi from her nephew and renegotiate the borders of her previously rational world.
An ordinary woman with an extraordinary memory is chosen as the world's first female time traveler and sent to the sixteenth century on a mission to save the world from environmental apocalypse and return to the man she loves.
Nikesha Elise Williams is a two-time Emmy Award–winning producer, an award-winning author, and producer and host of the Black and Published podcast. Her new novel THE SEVEN DAUGHTERS OF DUPREE will be released by Scout Press in January 2026.
A sparkling, funny, and often wrenching portrait-in-essays on the dairy industry, queer intimacy, family, fluidity, whiteness, and cows.
THE RELUCTANT REAPER is a sharp, swoony, and wildly original tale of love, loss, and legacy. If you’ve ever wanted to punch fate in the face and kiss your best friend in the same breath, this one’s for you.
Two families vacationing together at a secluded lake resort are at the center of a chilling crime and mysterious disappearance in this twisty, unputdownable thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Local Woman Missing.
A deft and immersive psychological suspense debut about a luxury party planner who becomes obsessed with a woman she encounters in a hospital waiting room.
In a gripping and hauntingly atmospheric novel set against the unforgiving landscape of the Arctic Circle, a disgraced police investigator discovers that his path to redemption is paved with ice—and blood.
In the aftermath of World War II, a young Hungarian émigré jilted by a G.I. persuades a Midwestern newspaper editor to help her find an American husband in this poignant novel, based on a true story, from the author of The French Winemaker’s Daughter.
From the acclaimed author of Number One Chinese Restaurant comes an affecting novel about an unforgettable group of friends trying to make their way in the world without losing themselves, or one another.
Jonathan Janz is the author of more than a dozen novels and numerous short stories. His novels Children of the Dark and The Dark Game were chosen by both Booklist and Library Journal as Top Ten Horror Books of the Year. VEIL is his latest horror novel.
A recently laid-off golf reporter. A down-on-his-luck caddie. And a magical set of clubs once owned by Jack Nicklaus. In this wonderfully funny novel, Wojciechowski gives us a pair of unlikely champions unlike any other.
Award-winning author of "The Ex Dilemma," releasing from Kensington Books on January 27th, 2026.
A family secret uncovered after eighty years inspires a personal reckoning with racism.
Enter the brutal world of Endlock, a prison where the wealthy hunt the inmates for sport. The first in an electrifying dystopian romance series, this debut about forbidden love, found family, and a fight for survival will leave you breathless.
When a struggling romance writer burned out on love fractures multiple bones before an important publishing deadline, the last person she wants as her caregiver is the man who shattered her heart.
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There will be two days of education at Heartland this year. Job focused retreats will take place on October 14 and General Education will take place on October 15.
Our goal is to offer Heartland educational programming that's responsive and relevant to our challenging retail landscape and evolving society.
Do you have a topic or educator in mind that you would like to see an education session focused on? Please fill out the form below. Thank you!
Thank you for supporting this event! We have lots of info on the way for exhibiting at and/or attending Heartland Fall Forum 2025 in Indianapolis.
Our show is all six-foot and 8-foot table-tops, meaning: there will be no pipe and drape booth options this year. Our exhibitor space is much larger and is in one single area.
Host a party! -- SOLD
Show booksellers your support with a Travel Scholarship
Logo on homepage, in program, and on relevant on-site signage
Logo in one-time e-newsletter “Get to know the Heartland Sponsors"
General Sponsorship Opportunities
A unique opportunity to meaningfully engage with indie booksellers and demonstrate your support of their work. Sponsorship includes:
Logo on all emails, homepage, Eventleaf registration page, on-site signage, and program
One complimentary 8-foot table
One complimentary Rep Picks placement
Deluxe feature in one-time e-newsletter “Get to know the Heartland Sponsors"
Banner ad on website for duration of sponsorship
Five minutes for representative to speak to all attendees at the Book Awards Celebration
Support the backbone of Heartland, championing booksellers as they engage, learn, and grow. Sponsorship includes:
Logo on all emails, homepage, Eventleaf registration page, on-site signage, and program
One complimentary Rep Picks placement
Deluxe feature in one-time e-newsletter "Get to know the Heartland Sponsors"
Banner ad on website for duration of sponsorship
One author spot at the Moveable Feast
Work with Heartland to achieve a wide range of marketing objectives. Your goal is to generate buzz. Sponsorship includes:
Logo on all emails, homepage, Eventleaf registration page, on-site signage, and program
One 6-foot table exhibitor spot
One free e-blast to entire GLIBA and MIBA memberships
Program ad
Classic feature in one-time e-newsletter “Get to know the Heartland Sponsors”
Event sponsorship Opportunities
Logo on all emails, homepage, Eventleaf registration page, on-site signage, and program
Logo in one-time e-newsletter “Get to Know the Heartland Sponsors”
5 minutes to share remarks with all attendees
Custom perks for each event to be discussed!
Moveable Feast Sponsor, 1 available ($3,000) -- SOLD! In addition to the perks listed above, the Moveable Feast sponsor receives a complimentary table at at the event to invite attendees for lunch. Custom perks to be discussed. Opening Reception, 1 available ($2,000) Custom perks to be discussed -- let's get creative! | Marquee Author Breakfast, 2 available ($3,000) In addition to the perks listed above, each Marquee Author Breakfast sponsor receives a complimentary table at at the event to invite attendees for breakfast. Custom perks to be discussed. Quiz Bowl, 1 available ($2,000) Custom perks to be discussed -- let's get creative! |
If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to our author placement contacts, February Spikener at february@gliba.org or Grace Hagen at grace@midwestbooksellers.org. Please note, small press is defined by having fewer than 30 employees.
Author Events:
Tuesday, October 14- Opening reception, 5:00-6:30 pm -- Our opening reception is a free event for all attendees and will feature up to 5 authors facilitated by an engaging emcee. The authors will be interviewed on stage then participate in a book signing. Placement fee: $1,000 for small press/$1100 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
Wednesday, October 15- Marquee Author Breakfast, 8:30-10:00 am -- A special, ticketed, event. We thoughtfully pair 2-3 authors for a fascinating conversation that showcases their work. Placement fee: $1,700 for small press/$1800 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
- Show Floor Table Signing, during trade show hours (3:00-6:00 pm) -- Host in-booth author signings during the show floor hours. Exhibitor table required for this author opportunity. Signings will be promoted in program and on website. Placement fee: $150. Suggested book/galley quantity: 75
- Evening Author Event/Sponsorship Opportunity, 6:30-7:30 pm -- Publisher- or Exhibitor-sponsored happy hour or author-led educational/self-care practice: this event is yours to design. Work with us to showcase an individual author or a group of authors. Sponsorship fee: $3,000 plus cost of food, beverage, and a/v. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
Thursday, October 16- Marquee Author Breakfast, 8:00-9:30 am -- A special, ticketed, event. We thoughtfully pair 2-3 authors for a fascinating conversation that showcases their work. Placement fee: $1,700 for small press/$1800 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
- Show Floor Table Signing, during trade show hours (9:30 am-12:30 pm) -- Host in-booth author signings during the show floor hours. Exhibitor table required for this author opportunity. Signings will be promoted in program and on website. Placement fee: $150. Suggested book/galley quantity: 75
- The Moveable Feast, 12:30-2:00 pm -- This ticketed event is a fun, intimate, tradition! Forty authors visit tables of booksellers to introduce their new titles. Placement fee: $750 for small press/$850 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 100
- Opening reception, 5:00-6:30 pm -- Our opening reception is a free event for all attendees and will feature up to 5 authors facilitated by an engaging emcee. The authors will be interviewed on stage then participate in a book signing. Placement fee: $1,000 for small press/$1100 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
Wednesday, October 15
- Marquee Author Breakfast, 8:30-10:00 am -- A special, ticketed, event. We thoughtfully pair 2-3 authors for a fascinating conversation that showcases their work. Placement fee: $1,700 for small press/$1800 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
- Show Floor Table Signing, during trade show hours (3:00-6:00 pm) -- Host in-booth author signings during the show floor hours. Exhibitor table required for this author opportunity. Signings will be promoted in program and on website. Placement fee: $150. Suggested book/galley quantity: 75
- Evening Author Event/Sponsorship Opportunity, 6:30-7:30 pm -- Publisher- or Exhibitor-sponsored happy hour or author-led educational/self-care practice: this event is yours to design. Work with us to showcase an individual author or a group of authors. Sponsorship fee: $3,000 plus cost of food, beverage, and a/v. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
- Marquee Author Breakfast, 8:00-9:30 am -- A special, ticketed, event. We thoughtfully pair 2-3 authors for a fascinating conversation that showcases their work. Placement fee: $1,700 for small press/$1800 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 150
- Show Floor Table Signing, during trade show hours (9:30 am-12:30 pm) -- Host in-booth author signings during the show floor hours. Exhibitor table required for this author opportunity. Signings will be promoted in program and on website. Placement fee: $150. Suggested book/galley quantity: 75
- The Moveable Feast, 12:30-2:00 pm -- This ticketed event is a fun, intimate, tradition! Forty authors visit tables of booksellers to introduce their new titles. Placement fee: $750 for small press/$850 for large press. Requested book/galley quantity: 100
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Since 1949, Abrams has published critically acclaimed and bestselling works in the areas of art, photography, cooking, craft, comics, interior and garden design, entertainment, fashion, popular culture, and children's books.
AdventureKEEN publishes trusted guides to the outdoors, plus cookbooks, kids’ titles, and nature-themed games. With practical content and engaging design, these giftable books help readers explore, learn, and connect—on the trail, at home, or anywhere.
An independent publisher since 1975, Andrews McMeel Publishing specializes in comics and graphic novels, illustrated humor, poetry, and inspirational books for both kids and adults.
Less time on bookkeeping. More time for bookselling. Batch for Books is a free and easy-to-use platform to simplify bookkeeping, invoice management, and publisher payments.
Founded by award-winning entrepreneur, author, and publisher Milli Brown, Brown Books Publishing Group (BBPG) launched in 1994
Castle Bridge Media is an independent publisher of predominantly genre books, with particular interest in horror, science fiction, thriller, and fantasy.
Foraging Ideas. Cultivating Change. Leading publisher of books on the politics and practice of sustainable living.
Cottage Door Press was founded with a simple yet profound mission: to create connection and spark imagination through the magic of storytelling.
Fine Moments is a husband-and-wife-owned greeting card brand crafting modern foil-pressed designs that celebrate life’s moments. With 10 Louie Awards—the industry’s Oscars—their work blends clean design with heartfelt connection.
Gibbs Smith's mission is to enrich and inspire humankind through lifestyle pieces, cookbooks, and children's stories.
HarperCollins Christian Publishing
HarperCollins Christian Publishing (HCCP) is the world’s leading Christian publisher and home to renowned brands Thomas Nelson and Zondervan.
HarperCollins Focus, based in Nashville, is a dynamic collection of publishing imprints dedicated to entertaining and empowering readers.
Indiana University Press’s mission is to inform and inspire scholars, students, and thoughtful general readers by disseminating ideas and knowledge of global significance, regional importance, and lasting value.
Celebrated for its deep dedication to quality, Insight Editions is a bestselling publisher of books and collectibles that push the boundaries of creativity, design, and production.
The last remaining independent U.S. publisher of hardcover, trade and mass market paperback books.
Milkweed Editions is an independent publisher of literary fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Our mission is to identify, nurture, and publish transformative literature, and build an engaged community around it.
Morehouse Publishing offers trade books from leading authors, designed to inform and inspire. Our list features a diverse range of subjects, including leadership, spirituality, social justice, inspiration, wellness, and self-help.
Morgan Swank Studio creates cheeky but wholesome greeting cards and gifts for people who don't take themselves too seriously
Founded in 1960, Purdue University Press is dedicated to its fundamental mission of publishing impactful, peer-reviewed works that align with the University’s strengths and supports Purdue’s mission to serve Indiana, the nation, and the world.
Schiffer Publishing has been dedicated to publishing books that inspire through expert knowledge since 1974.
Shelf Awareness offers essential free e-newsletters about books and the book industry. We also partner with hundreds of indie booksellers across the country to provide FREE marketing emails for bookstores.
Soho Press is an independent publisher. We publish award-winning, genre-defining, bold voices across our four imprints: literary fiction (Soho Press), mysteries/thrillers (Soho Crime), horror (Hell's Hundred), and YA (Soho Teen).
A new, exciting distributor launching January 2026, with such notable publishers as Bushel & Peck, Empress Editions, Skybox Press, Ulysses Press, Islandport, VeloPress, and more.
Tyndale House Publishers was founded in 1962 by Dr. Kenneth N. Taylor as a means of publishing The Living Bible. Tyndale publishes Christian fiction, nonfiction, children’s books, and other resources, including Bibles in the New Living Translation (NLT).
The University of Chicago Press is one of the oldest and largest university presses in the United States, publishing a range of general interest books across categories, all available from the Chicago Distribution Center with free freight.
The University of Minnesota Press is recognized for its innovative editorial program in the humanities and social sciences and its strong commitment to publishing books on the people, history, and natural environment of Minnesota and the Upper Midwest.
University of Notre Dame Press
Notre Dame Press publishes books that engage the most enduring questions of our time. Although the world is confronted by an increasing number of imposing challenges, our books and authors are a powerful force for good in the world.
Since publishing our first book in 1855, the Wisconsin Historical Society Press has connected people to the past while illuminating the relevance of history in our lives today.
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