• Bingo Book Bash 2026

    Macmillan Publishing 120 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY, United States

    Back for our THIRD YEAR! New York Book Forum wants to acknowledge the ongoing support of its members by hosting this special Members-only social event! Light refreshments will be provided followed by a few rounds of Bingo with book prizes! Admission is open to and free for active NYBF members, but space is limited so you [...]

  • AI Has Entered the Chat: Artificial Intelligence in Publishing

    Macmillan Publishing 120 Broadway, 25th Floor, New York, NY, United States

    Join us for an engaging and forward-looking conversation on the evolving role of artificial intelligence in the publishing industry, featuring industry expert Keith Riegert. We’re excited to discuss with Kieth how AI is reshaping the way content is created, edited, produced, and distributed—from automated workflows, optimization of marketing, to data analytics and audience insights. We [...]

  • NYBF Bookstore Walk

    Yu & Me Books 44 Mulberry Street, New York, NY, United States

    The NYBF Bookstore Walk has sold out! We will start at Yu & Me Books at 44 Mulberry Street NYC, then walk to P&T Knitwear at 180 Orchard Street, followed by Afterword Bookshop at 216 E. 6th Street and end at Book Club Bar at 197 E. 3rd Street. We are planning a photo scavenger [...]

  • 2026 Fall Happy Hour Book Swap

    Bleecker Street Bar 648 Broadway, New York, NY, United States

    Back for a second year! Event will be at Bleecker Street Bar at 648 Broadway beginning at 5:30pm. Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided (2 drink tickets for all attendees good for wine, beer, well drinks, and soda). Don't forget to bring one book that you will be able to swap for another book. [...]

  • Banned, Challenged, Defended: Librarians Speak Out

    Google Meet

    Book challenges and bans continue to shape libraries and communities nationwide. Join librarians for a candid conversation about intellectual freedom, censorship, and the realities of responding to book challenges. Drawing on their professional experiences, they will discuss how librarians balance access, community concerns, and the freedom to read while serving the public. Moderated by Kate [...]

  • Battle of the Specs: A Book Publishing Panel

    Hachette Book Group 1290 6th Avenue, New York, NY, United States

    What makes a book stand out on the shelf? Should we just package books in a brown bag? Who, and what, ultimately influences the decision to buy it? From trim size, paper stock, and bind style, to cover design, special finishes, and typography, how do all these aspects contribute to a book's commercial success? Join [...]