How many attendees are you expecting?

We are currently anticipating around 250-300 attendees at Romance in the Pacific Northwest 2025.

How many authors will be attending?

We are currently anticipating around 40 authors at Romance in the Pacific Northwest 2025.

How many signing hours will there be?

Romance in the Pacific Northwest is a two-day signing event. We will hold at least a four-hour open signing block on both Saturday and Sunday for all attendees, and will also provide an additional hour of signing before each block opens that will be reserved for VIP ticket holders, attendees who need ADA assistance, etc. Vendor tables will be open earlier than the signing hall, as they will be located in the Ballroom Foyer with Registration.

Can I sell books and merch at my table?

Of course! We encourage you to bring an assistant (included in your table fee!) to help you manage transactions.

Will you have an onsite bookstore?

Yes! We are in the process of confirming details with an onsite bookseller and will share these details with you soon.

Will you have a way for traditionally published books to be preordered and sold onsite?

Yes, we are working to confirm an onsite bookseller who can provide these services for our event!

If we want to sell existing stock, can we ship it ahead of time to the venue?

Yes, our internal Director of Operations will be working to provide drayage (shipping) services to our authors and vendors. If you are in need of these services, please email info@romanceinthepacificnorthwest.com so our team can work with you on your specific needs.

What size table will be provided in the signing room?

All authors and vendors will have access their own six-foot table with basic linen and two chairs. We encourage you to bring your own signage and table décor!

Can I bring an assistant to help?

Yes! One assistant badge is included in your Author/Vendor Table Fee. If you need additional assistants on-site, additional badges can be purchased for $79 each.

Will there be a line management system in place for the signing?

Yes! We are still working on the details of this, but rest assured all final plans will be shared with our authors before the event.

Do you offer a discount on hotel accommodations?

The hotel is providing us with a courtesy block that authors and vendors will have access to prior to attendees gaining access. We anticipate this courtesy block will sell out fairly quickly, so be sure to act fast if you wish to book at the Marriott. Alternately, there are many hotels/short-term rentals in the Downtown Portland area, and we’ll do our best to link you to as many options as we can!