Come Hang Out with Me at Book Bonanza 2022!

So, yeah…I stayed in my hidey hole in 2020 and 2021 for obvious reasons. But hanging out with romance lovers is my very favorite thing! That’s why I’m so very pleased to announce that I’m headed to Book Bonanza 2022! The event will be held at The Gaylord Texan resort in Grapevine, TX on July 8-9. It benefits buildOn, the mission of which is to break the cycle of poverty, illiteracy and low expectations through service and education.. So, yeah, everybody wins.

OK, Kilby. What happens if I come see you at Book Bonanza? Walk me through.

First things first, you wouldn’t just be coming to see me. You would be coming to see a long, long list of amazing authors. Seriously. Look at who all’s going to be there. Secondly, if you come, I’ll be hanging out at my table during the signing. So, yes, come chat me up! I’ll sign books and introduce you to my author neighbors and if you like a good cocktail or mocktail, I’ll see you at the bar.

How do I sign up for this wonderful event?

You can sign up right here, friend. Tickets are $200 apiece and our event has 700 hotel rooms reserved for the event. And, seriously, let me know that you’re coming. And, please, please, please join Kilby’s Corner, my Facebook reader group. That’s where I’ll be doing most of my organizing for folks who are coming in advance of the event!

More Basic Questions

What is Book Bonanza?

Book Bonanza is the creation of Author Colleen Hoover and her sisters, Lin Reynolds and Murphy Rae. They dreamed of an event where readers could meet their favorite authors and also raise money for charity. The first Book Bonanza was held in Denver, Colorado and raised over $50,000 for SafeHouse Denver. Over 140 authors signed and 2,200 people converged on the Denver Marriott Tech Center for a weekend of books, unicorns, food trucks and fun. Book Bonanza 2019 was held at the Gaylord Texan and raised over $75,000 for the following nonprofits: Akola Academy, Kulture City, To Write Love on Her Arms, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The Wayfarer Foundation, and Shadow Ranch.

Who attends Book Bonanza?

Book Bonanza is for anyone who love to read and has a heart! Book Bonanza proceeds will benefit buildOn this year as we raise funds to build a school in Malawi. We believe in Good Deeds & Great Reads!

Should I come with friends, alone, or with family?

Everyone is welcome at Book Bonanza — attendees will come with friends, spouses, family, and solo. We have a solo attendees group that coordinates ride shares, dinners, and tag teaming for wristbands. There is plenty to do at the hotel and the Dallas – Fort Worth area has many attractions. Whether exploring fantastic shopping at Northpark Mall or visiting the JFK Museum or world-class museums and zoos, DFW has it all.