I am interested in becoming a sponsor for RAGT27. What should I do?
Please review our Attending Author Guidelines page before applying. The guidelines outline author eligibility requirements, participation expectations, and other important information that may impact sponsorship opportunities.
Additional information about available sponsorship opportunities and benefits for RAGT27 will be announced as it becomes available. If you meet the eligibility requirements and are interested in becoming a sponsor, please complete the application on the Attending Author Guidelines page.
When is RAGT27?
June 9-12, 2027How far is the Holiday Inn, Cincinnati Airport from CVG or DAY?
The Holiday Inn is about 3 miles away from the Cincinnati Airport. (The hotel does offer shuttle service.) From the Dayton Airport, it is 90 miles and about 1.5 hours away. If you need help getting to or from the airports check out the Transportation section or if you can offer a ride to those coming in.What are the dining options around the site for RAGT?
Thursday, Friday & Saturday breakfast, lunch and dinner are supplied through your registration and with the generous donations from author and publisher sponsors. See the schedule to see the sponsor. For those who wish to meet outside of the scheduled meals, there are many dining options in and around the Holiday Inn.What if I’m new and I don’t know what I’m doing?
We have a welcoming committee and many volunteers who are ready and willing to assist you. There will be a First Timers Welcome & Orientation on Wednesday, June 3rd from 3:30-4:30pm. All new attendees (readers and authors) are invited to meet the key volunteers and learn more about the event, including the panels, board rooms, parties, and book signings.What do I do if I need to cancel my reservation for RAGT26?
Please email Rachael to cancel. Author & industry cancellation refunds and reader cancellation refunds end on April 8What do I do as an Attending Author of RAGT?
Everything you need to know is on the Attending Author Info page. (Note, this info is updated each year for each new event.)Can anyone attend the booksignings or do you have to be registered at RAGT?
Yes! The book signings are open to the public on Friday and Saturday. A room is set up for sales of attending authors’ books.Who will be at RAGT27?
There is a full list of authors listed here. However, the event is open to *everyone* until registration is full. It’s mostly readers, with around 60 authors and other industry professionals. Great news though - the two book fairs are OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.What is the purpose of RAGT?
At its heart, it’s about creating a community where readers and authors can come together and form life-long friendships.Who runs RAGT?
In 2025, stewardship of Reader Author Get Together transitioned from founder Lori Foster to Jane Porter, so Lori could focus on her writing. RAGT is now owned and operated by Reader Author Get Together LLC.