*AEA is no longer accepting Authors for Eval25 Meet the Authors.
Wednesday, November 12 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
AEA will host a Meet the Authors reception during Evaluation 2025. This event will give attendees the opportunity to view the breadth and depth of publications available in the field as well as speak one-on-one with leading authors.
If you are a SAGE or Guilford Press published author, you need only RSVP to AEA and we will work with your publisher who will bring your book(s) and promotional flyers to the event. If you are an author publishing through a publisher not listed above, it is your responsibility to bring your own book(s) and promotional flyers for display.
HOW IS THIS STRUCTURED? Authors will be assigned to a table where they will be available throughout the reception to answer questions about their work(s). There will be two authors per table with the expectation of approximately 40 participating authors.
WHO MAY PARTICIPATE? Any author or compilation editor with an evaluation or methodology-related book currently in print may participate. AEA reserves the right to refuse space to any author or editor whose work is a) not currently in print, b) not directly related to evaluation or methodologies used in evaluation, or c) not a published book (can we find it on Amazon.com?). All participating authors must sign up in advance and be registered for the conference.
WHAT SHOULD AUTHORS BRING? Authors should bring a copy of each book for which they wish to field questions. This year, AEA is giving authors the chance to sell their books directly to attendees during the Meet the Authors event. This is your moment to connect with readers, share your work, and make your publications available for purchase in a lively, engaging setting!
Please note the following guidelines:
- Authors will manage their own book sales and transactions. This includes all technology required to process transactions individually. AEA will not be providing required technology for participating authors.
- Wi-Fi will be available to support your setup (please note: AEA staff cannot assist with business operations).
- Authors are responsible for filing and paying all applicable taxes. Please consult your tax professional for additional guidance.
- All remaining books must be taken with authors at the conclusion of the event.
WHAT SHOULD AUTHORS DO DURING THE RECEPTION? Authors should be present at their table throughout the reception to welcome attendees (especially those with the 'first-time attendee' ribbons!) and respond to questions about their publications. Authors should make every effort to speak with multiple attendees rather than getting caught up in a lengthy conversation with a single person.
RSVP by Friday, October 10, 2025! Note that space is available on a first-come, first-served basis.