# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 26 Jun, 2027 at 12:00 pm – Sat, 26 Jun, 2027 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Join us as we celebrate our 12th year of bringing you better books! 
Addmission is free! 
Free plants and goody bags while supplies last! 
**NEW THIS YEAR**
The Reading Room
Enjoy authors and acoustic performaces in a comfy setting! Pull up a chair or a pillow and relax. 

"Show Us Your Haul" Selfie Stop
Tag us on socials and show us how much fun you had! 

Also enjoy taking part in our scavenger hunt for a prize from the IABE! 
**WRITERS**
The Poetry Workshop returns with Anna Zilbermints! OR enjoy our new Self-Publishing Workshop with publishing professionals Brian K. Morris and Jenn Thompson. 

There is something for everyone!
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-des-moines/12th-annual-indie-author-book-expo/200030445870930
- **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, business, exhibitions, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 31

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: West Des Moines
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Valley Junction
- **lat**: 41.57179
- **long**: -93.70848
- **full address**: Valley Junction, 217 5th St,West Des Moines,IA,United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo being held?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo takes place on Sat, 26 Jun, 2027 at 12:00 pm to Sat, 26 Jun, 2027 at 05:00 pm at Valley Junction, 217 5th St,West Des Moines,IA,United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo is organized by IABE.
- **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at IABE's events?
  - **A:** Attendees have given IABE a rating of 1/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. IABE has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Des Moines, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If 12th Annual Indie Author Book Expo sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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