THE IMPACT AUTHOR FESTIVAL

The Biggest Author Festival of the Year

  • Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel

  • July 18, 2026

  • All-Day Event 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

THIS IS NOT

A BOOK FAIR

Most events bring authors together to sell books.

This is where authors learn how to turn their book into something bigger.

Visibility.

Authority.

Opportunities.

A real business.

The Impact Author Festival is designed for authors, entrepreneurs, and growth-minded individuals who are ready to step beyond publishing and into building a brand that people recognize, trust, and follow.

If you’ve ever asked yourself,

“What’s next after I publish my book?”

This is the room that answers it.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN (THIS IS WHERE THE VALUE HITS)

We are bringing in experts across media, business, AI, publishing, and entertainment to break down what actually works right now.

VISIBILITY & MEDIA — How to Get Seen

  • How to get featured on podcasts, TV, and media outlets

  • What publicists look for when selecting authors to represent

  • How to position your story so media wants to feature you

  • The biggest mistakes authors make when trying to get exposure

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AUTHOR TO BRAND —How to Build a Platform

  • How to turn your book into a personal brand

  • Messaging strategies that make people remember you

  • How to create content that attracts your ideal audience

  • The difference between being an author and being an authority

MONETIZATION — How to Make Money From Your Book

  • How to create offers and services from your book

  • Turning your book into coaching, speaking, or programs

  • How to structure high-ticket offers as an author

  • The fastest way to go from book → income

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AI & MODERN MARKETING — How to Scale Faster

  • How to use AI to create content, marketing, and systems

  • Automating your brand without losing your voice

    How authors are using AI to grow faster than ever

  • Simple systems to stay consistent without burnout

SPEAKING & AUTHORITY — How to Get on Stage

  • How to position yourself as a speaker

  • Getting booked for stages, podcasts, and events

  • Crafting a message that connects and converts

  • Building confidence and presence on stage

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FILM & ENTERTAINMENT — Turning Your Story Bigger

  • What producers look for when adapting a book into film

  • How storytelling translates from page to screen

  • Opportunities in documentaries, film, and media

  • How to position your story for bigger platforms

BONUS: FEATURE PANEL — FROM BOOK TO BRAND

A live conversation with experts and successful authors breaking down:

  • What actually worked for them

  • What they would do differently

  • What you should focus on right now

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MEET THE AUTHORS

Walk the room and meet published authors from the IIBA community.

  • Book signings

  • Real conversations

  • Direct connection

This is where stories come to life.

Choose Your Experience

GENERAL ADMISSION

Full-day access to the Impact Author Festival

 

All main stage sessions and expert talks

 

Access to book signing area

 

Open networking throughout the event

 

Entertainment and live experiences

 
$10

A great option if you want to attend, learn, and be part of the experience.

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WHY YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS

You can learn online.

You can watch videos.

But you cannot replace:

  • Being in the room

  • Meeting the right people

  • Feeling the energy of what’s possible

Events like this don’t just give you information.

They shift how you see your next step.

And once that shifts, everything else follows.

FINAL INVITATION

This is more than an event.

It’s a room full of people who are building something bigger.

And if you’re serious about your book, your message, and your future…

This is where you need to be.