Romance author events in 2026 include October conventions and signings in Orlando, Massachusetts, and Brooklyn, plus an online Eloisa James chat and a November appearance in Las Vegas. Romantasy BookCon Orlando runs October 22–24, Fall in Love New England takes place October 23–25, RomCon is set for October 24, and Black Majik Orlando is scheduled for October 30–31.
From swoon-worthy romantasy to Black speculative fiction with romance, you can find an event that suits your reading tastes and budget. Sunday admission at Fall in Love New England is $10. Eloisa James’s online chat and giveaway is scheduled for October 15 at 7:30 p.m. See her event page for details.
Your 2026 options include Romantasy BookCon Orlando, Fall in Love New England, RomCon, Black Majik Orlando, an online Eloisa James chat, and November’s Reader Nation. Romantasy BookCon runs October 22–24 at Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista; Fall in Love New England takes place October 23–25 in Marlborough, Massachusetts; RomCon is October 24 at Industry City in Brooklyn; and Black Majik Orlando runs October 30–31 at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando Airport.
Eloisa James lists an online chat on October 15 and Reader Nation in Las Vegas on November 13–14 on her event page. Events include panels, signings, and online chats, so you can choose what suits you, from swoon-worthy romantasy to Black speculative fiction with romance. Check organizers’ latest dates, ticket details, and signing access before you travel. Some signings require advance registration or have limited author slots.
Romantasy BookCon Orlando is a fit if you’re looking for steamy fantasy romance. RomCon offers a full day of panels and signings, while Black Majik Orlando features Black speculative-fiction authors, including romance writers. Your best match depends on whether you want a one-day visit, a weekend event, or a signing-focused gathering.
Romantasy BookCon runs October 22–24 at Hilton Orlando Lake Buena Vista. A one-day Fae pass is $60, a two-day combination pass is $110, and higher tiers range from $295 to $410. The displayed tiers are sold out. Advance registration is required for ticketed-author signings, and a signing spot isn’t guaranteed for every attendee. Check the latest details before planning your visit around meeting a specific author.
RomCon takes place October 24 at Industry City in Brooklyn. Registration opens at 9 a.m., panels begin at 10 a.m., and programming ends at 6:30 p.m. General admission includes the full-day event, panels, Q&As, signings, retail exclusives, lunch, and refreshments. VIP admission adds priority access to signings and a gift bag. Tickets are non-refundable.
Black Majik Orlando is an 18+ celebration of Black speculative fiction, running October 30–31 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Orlando Airport. Saturday reader passes cost $25–$50; weekend and party passes are $100–$125; and the Emerald all-access VIP pass is $150. The VIP Meet & Greet is October 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The October 31 book event runs from noon to 4 p.m., followed by a Halloween party from 7 p.m. to midnight.
Fall in Love New England runs October 23–25, 2026, at 181 Boston Post Road West in Marlborough, Massachusetts. Author panels and meals are scheduled for Friday, and the signing room is open Saturday and Sunday. Reader tickets range from $10 for Sunday admission to $109 for a three-day VIP pass, before ticket service fees. Saturday admission costs $15 before fees and gives you access to the signing room from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday admission costs $10 before fees and includes signing access from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. If signing time is your priority, a Saturday or Sunday ticket gives you access without the three-day VIP pass. Friday’s panels and meals offer another reason to make the event a longer visit.
You can join Eloisa James online on October 15, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. for an author chat and giveaway. With no trip to plan, the online chat is a way to enjoy an author event and some romance-reader excitement from home. Eloisa James is also listed for Reader Nation in Las Vegas on November 13–14, 2026. Every attendee gets a free ticket that includes access to its all-day book signing and panels, making it an in-person option if you’re watching your spending. See Eloisa James’s events page for details.
Choose an event by weighing its location, format, ticket cost, and the authors you most want to meet. Use these steps to check that the ticket and schedule fit your plans.
Choose your next event by deciding what you want most: a signing day, panels, or an author chat from home. If you’re interested in Romantasy BookCon Orlando, check the current ticket page before making plans. The displayed tiers are sold out, and ticketed-author signings require advance registration, with no guaranteed spot.
For Fall in Love New England, compare the $15 Saturday and $10 Sunday passes with the signing hours before choosing. If travel isn’t practical, add Eloisa James’s October 15 online chat at 7:30 p.m. to your calendar, then check her event page for the latest details. Before booking a trip, verify the organizer’s current schedule, ticket availability, and signing instructions.