BookExpo America is an annual event that combines the largest selection of English language titles on the planet with special industry and author events and unparalleled educational content to create a dynamic environment for networking, sourcing and relationship building. The excitement of BEA fuels the passion for books and sparks new ideas for publishers, booksellers, librarians and rights professionals from around the world. BookExpo America 2008 will take place at the Los Angeles Convention Center in Los Angeles, CA on May 29 - June 1, 2008.
www.bookexpoamerica.com

Attracting writers of all levels from beginner to seasoned professional, the two-day New York Round Table Writers' Conference provides access to the nation's leading literary figures, including editors, agents, publicists, reviewers, bestselling authors and publishers, speaking on the business and career of writing. The conference, now in its fourth year, has built up a considerable reputation for quality instruction from knowledgeable publishing insiders. The 2009 Conference will be held on April 24th and 25th in Midtown Manhattan.
www.writersconferencenyc.org

Small Press Month, celebrating its 12th year in March, is a nationwide promotion highlighting the valuable work produced by independent publishers. An annual celebration of the independent spirit of small publishers, Small Press Month is an effort to showcase the diverse, unique, and often most significant voices being published today.
Among others, Small Press Month is sponsored by The New York Center for Independent Publishing, PMA, The Independent Book Publishers Association, and The Association of American Publishers. For more information, please visit:
www.smallpressmonth.org