Introducing the ApollyCon 2023 Lineup!
August 7, 2021
In case you missed it, ApollyCon 2023 will take place April 27 – 30, 2023 in Washington, D.C.!
Below you’ll find the first wave of our announcements: AUTHOR + VENDOR LINEUPS! *throws confetti*
COVID-19 Protocol + Masking Policy
The health and safety of our ApollyCon guests + staff is our top priority.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic (and subsequent variants), we will be regularly monitoring CDC + WHO guidance for our event. If needed, we will be requiring attendees to wear masks within all event spaces during the entire duration of our programming/events (including registration) in an effort to prevent the spread of the virus.
If a masking policy is in place for our event, we will communicate this via email, our website, social media pages, as well as with posted signage onsite. Additionally, we will refuse entry/access to any person(s) ages 2 and up not wearing a mask/face covering entering and/or within the event spaces should this policy be in place. Note: Masks/face coverings should cover the wearer’s nose and mouth.
APOLLYCON 2023 AUTHOR + VENDOR LINEUPS
*NOTE: OUR LINEUPS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE(S) AT ANY TIME, BUT WE WILL REGULARLY UPDATE OUR LINEUP PAGES (LINKED BELOW)
YOU CAN SEE OUR AUTHOR LINEUP HERE!
https://jenniferlarmentrout.com/apollycon/authors/
AND A BIG WELCOME TO OUR SPECIAL GUEST AUTHOR:
2023 APOLLYCON VENDORS
Go to our Vendors page here to find links to each: https://jenniferlarmentrout.com/apollycon/vendors/
TICKETS ARE ON SALE AUGUST 21, 2022 AT 1 PM ET!
MORE PROGRAMMING INFORMATION COMING SOON!
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Sarah Cochran said:
Can you have books signed by authors here? Or is that taboo?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
We have two signing events just for that! Definitely bring your books!
Kristina Collins said:
Do you know which days those signing events will be? I have tickets for the Knockout Book Bash in Louisville on 7/30/22.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
ApollyCon 2022 will take place JULY 28-31, 2022. The signing Days are on the 29th for the Titan signing and the 30th for the general signing.
– Malisa
Sarah Cochran said:
OMG YOU HAVE MADE MY NIGHT! I cannot wait to get my first editions signed by you of the covenant series!
Emily said:
Do I book hotel now or does that happen when tickets go on sale? This is my first and I can’t wait. Been overseas so never been able to attend anything like this. Thank you!
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Hi Emily, we suggest you wait to book your hotel until tickets go on sale. If you are able to purchase a ticket you will be sent a link with the ApollyCon room block rate for the hotel. – Malissa
Emily Hopper said:
Thank you so much, for the information!
Heather said:
What will the refund policy be? Especially in the case that masks are required?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
ApollyCon tickets as in past years and as with most large events are non-refundable. We ask that everyone consider their own personal and family needs before purchasing a ticket. There will be a resale thread if you choose to purchase a ticket and then can no longer use it. – Malissa https://jenniferlarmentrout.com/apollycon/faqs/
Maddie said:
How are authors chosen to take part? Because I was hoping a few of my authors would be there but they don’t seem to be in the list.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Authors are selected via the interest list form with varying matrics. Things like having completed forms, a blend between seasoned and new authors, books being released by the requested cut-off time, etc. This coming year for 2022 we had minimal tables to fill from our interest form (which also becomes our waitlist) because authors who were selected for 2021’s canceled event were given priority as that list carried over. On average we get over 1,000 entries on the interest form and unfortunately simply can not accommodate everyone who applies. – Malissa
Lisa said:
What is the limit of books that can be signed from each author?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
You can get as many signed as you want, however, we have a three (3) book/item limit per turn through the line to make sure everyone has a chance. For example, you have 9 books, you will need to enter the author’s line 3 separate times to get all nine signed as they are only to sign 3 at a time. – Malissa
Sara said:
I cannot wait!! Jennifer Armentrout, I’m bringing all my Blood and Ash books for you to sign ❤❤❤❤❤
Kristen Hodgkiss said:
Hi! If we want books signed we should buy tickets for the 29th & 30th? Also will all authors be there every day? Thank you!
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
The Titan ticket will get you into both signing events, (the Titan and General signing) all other tickets will get you into the Saturday signing. All authors will be at both signing events. So it really depends on if you want to participate in all ApollyCon events and the number of books you are hoping to get signed, are there enough that you would need a second day?
Jess hughes said:
How quickly do you anticipate Titan Level tickets selling out? Brunch tickets? I want to get both and will be setting an alarm to make sure I get them!
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
It’s a little hard to say what to expect as the 2022 event is going to be unlike any other after having been off this year and the popularity of the Blood an Ash series. I would plan for them to go very quickly to be safe. – Malissa
Lynessa Layne said:
Are there any author tables available to sign up for? I’m on a book signing tour throughout 2022, and would love to join AppolyCon.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
HI Lynessa,
Currently, our 2022 Attending Author Line-up is set. We are however using our Interest form as our waitlist and I see you found it and got on it! So if we need to fill tables between now and the event we will pull from there. Thank you for signing up – Malissa
Kristen Freeland said:
For children accompanying adults (4 years old) would I need to purchase an additional titan ticket if that is what i get for myself? Or is there another option for children?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Children 10 and under are free to attend the event, however, if you do get tickets and decide to bring your little one please email info@apollyconevent.com so we can make a note for the registration team. Also, do keep in mind that strollers, wheeled carts, suitcases, etc are not allowed on the signing room floor so your little ones will need to walk or be carried while you are at the signing, and events while not r-rated, are intended toward an adult audience, so they may see book covers with shirtless men, or hear ‘cuss’ words, etc. – Malissa
Sara M said:
Hi!
I’m not sure if someone asked this question already and I apologize if this is redundant but what is the difference between the Titan and general signing? Other than it being on two different days.
Thank you!!
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
The Titan signing is only open to Titan ticket holders, so half the number of Attendees. It is the same authors as Saturday’s signing. I hope that helps – Malissa
Kimberly Bellinger said:
I was experiencing major internet issue and by the time I clicked on the all access ticket for $125 it was sold out. Will there be anymore on sale? Is there a waitlist that I can go on to get the tickets?
This was going to be my first author convention and I was so excited to get tickets.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Hi, Kimberly, I am sorry you were unable to get tickets, they went extraordinarily quickly surprising us all. There is a ticket resell/ISO thread in the ApollyCon Attendees Facebook page where you can post that you are looking and scroll for posted tickets. I will mention that typically you will not have many people selling tickets this soon after purchasing, they don’t buy them to sell them as we do not allow tickets to be ‘scalped’, not keep your eye on the thread and you will see more tickets popping up for sale closer to the February time frame when things happen and people find they can no longer attend. – Malissa
Jessica Hughes said:
Will most authors be comfortable signing a printed bookplate that I design? I am flying in and don’t anticipate bringing many physical books with me due to luggage restrictions. I could must more easily transport 20 sheets of stickers to have authors sign. Alternatively, I also considered an autograph book.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Hi Jessica, I would say that all authors will happily sign whatever you bring, however just ask first, but I have never seen an author say no to signing a bookplate, autograph book, canvas, etc. They definitely know and understand that a lot of readers are traveling in and bringing books is not always possible. – Malissa
Connie Knorr said:
Do authors sell their books at this event?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Hi, Some authors will have books at their tables, but not all and there will be limited quanaties. ApollyCon does contract with a bookstore to have an onsite popup store that will also have titles for purchase. We highly suggest any must have book you bring with you to make sure you are able to get them signed. – Malissa
Nikki Leah said:
Is devney perry still going to be at apollycon? I see her name on the yellow boxes but not in the links.
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Hi Nikki, unfortunately, Deveny had to cancel due to a personal conflict. – Malissa
Skye said:
Will there be a possibility of virtual signing like in past years for those of us that can’t attend but would like to get certain books signed?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
We will not have the Virtual Signing this year. Due to the situation with CoVid when we began planning for 2022 and our experience in 2020 with having to go virtual we wanted to hold off until we are in a place where we do not have to worry about having to take ApollyCon virtual again. We hope that it will be back next year. – Malissa
Alien said:
Will Tessa Bailey be signing books on Saturday for both sessions?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Yes, all authors will sign Friday and Saturday for the full signing events. -Malissa
Lisa said:
Is it possible to buy books and or book swag stuff after the even is over?
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
At this time there is no plan for that as we do not know if we will have any leftover items remaining. Any leftover special edition books will be added to the JLA Shop and can be purchased there. – Malissa
Janet Rodman said:
What type of cart, etc can we use at the signings?
Thanks
Jennifer L. Armentrout Post author said:
Carts and wheeled bags are not allowed on the signing room floor at ApollyCon. We will have a bag check area where you can leave a cart or wheeled bag to use as storage for books that you want to trade out in your backpack or other non-wheeled bags. The cost is $10 cash only, and it will be staffed by a hotel employee to make sure bags remain safe. – Malissa