Frequently Asked Questions
The Traveling Bookshelf wants you to feel prepared and confident about your time with us. Please take a moment to read the FAQs, to ensure you are prepared. If you have additional questions, our social media pages are a great place to get up-to-date information.
What type of carts can I bring in the signing?
Attendees can bring in collapsible carts or stand up suitcases. Pull behind carts are not permitted due to crowding and mobility concerns.
I have so many books! Do I have to carry around that heavy bag all day?
The Traveling Bookshelf offers a secure Bag Check Room in the hotel just a few steps away from the signing room. You can leave the signing room, check your bag, and return to the signing room. The Bag Check Room is manned by hotel personnel. You can also leave and return to take books to your car or hotel room.
Where do I pick up my Traveling Bookshelf Merchandise?
If you ordered a Traveling Bookshelf Book Beau or Author Tumbler, you can pick those up at registration. Book Beau will have a booth. The Author Tumbler will be picked up when you check in and get your name tags. The free author stickers will be at each author’s table. Visit their tables to fill up your tumbler circles.
Traveling Bookshelf shirts will be mailed to you as you order.
How can I avoid standing in long lines?
The Traveling Bookshelf wants you to meet as many authors as possible during the signing. Attendees can pick up a wristband for pre-deturmined ticketed authors during registration. We encourage you to discover new authors while you wait for your number to be called. There are 3 large screens that will display the numbers/colors for each author. We strive to limit the lines to 10-12 people.
What time can I line up to get in the Signing Room?
We will start registration/sign in 90 minutes before the doors open. The venue provides lots of space to line up.
I have mobility concerns that make standing in line problematic. What is your accommodations plan?
The Traveling Bookshelf is sensitive to our attendees with mobility concerns. Please make sure you have made us aware of your concern when you purchased your ticket. If you cannot stand in line for a long time and do not feel comfortable sitting on the floor, we will have an Accommodations Entry Door and waiting area for those who need it. Due to space restrictions, we may not be able to let your entire party wait with you. Attendees with mobility concerns will be allowed in the room a few minutes early.
What is included in my ticket price?
Your ticket includes entry to the signing room, a tote bag, and a 12×12 signing card suitable for framing.
Do I need to pre-order books?
Most authors will have their books for sale at their table. If an author has a large catalog of books, you may want to pre-order so you get your favorite book.
At this time, no authors have a limit on books they will sign or personalize.
Can my child/wife/husband/partner get in free with me?
Anyone 13 years old or older needs a ticket. Twelve and under are free. The Traveling Bookshelf is a family-friendly event.
What if I don’t want to buy a physical book because I read on an e-reader. What can I get authors to sign?
Your ticket includes a Traveling Bookshelf tote bag that you can get signed. You will also get a 12×12 signing card suitable for framing. You can bring in other items to sign. At this time, no authors have a limit on the number of items they will sign.
Can I bring water into the signing room?
Yes, we will have water stations for you to refill your water bottles. Please ensure your bottle/tumblers are leak-proof. We don’t want water spilled on your precious books.
Where should I fly into for the event?
Grand Prairie is conveniently located right in between Dallas and Ft Worth. You can fly into DFW or Love Field (Southwest Airlines). The event is about 15 minutes from DFW and 30 from Love Field.