Author & Vendor information
Important announcements and updates:
URGENT: Please fill out this link: CLICK HERE FOR FINAL DETAILS FORM (ASSISTANTS AND INSURANCE)
URGENT: If you would like to contribute to the goody bags, please fill out this form.
As of 17 Dec 2025: We have sold 137 tickets - let’s keep promoting the event: erabookevents2026.eventbrite.com
What’s included?
1 x Lanyard and ERA26 Memorabilia Tag
1 x 6ft / 1.8m Trestle Table
1 x Black Tablecloth
1 x Chair
1 x Welcome Gift
1 x Barista Coffee Token – Enjoy a coffee on us from the Arrow Café next door the venue
Snacks & Drinks – We will provide a little snack and water, you are more than welcome to bring your own snacks. Please keep it peanut-free (severe peanut allergy in our group).
Lunch – A small lunch will be delivered to your table
Roaming Photographer – Capturing the magic of the day, including candid shots of your setup and moments with attendees
optioNal Add-ons
Additional Assistant Pass – $18 each
Includes event access, a chair, and lunch for your assistant. CLICK HERE FOR FINAL DETAILS FORM (ASSISTANTS AND INSURANCE)
On-Site Activities
FREE to attend any workshop or panel - subject to space (come after all the panel attendees have entered)
Parking
Please note: Parking is not included and is the responsibility of the attendee. Nearby options provided here.
Venue information
LOCATION
Arrow on Swanston Events
488 Swanston Road, Carlton VIC 3053
Note that this is not the Arrow Hotel, the venue is next door to the hotel. Please see images to help you find your way.
BUMP IN TIME:
From 8:00am - if you require early bump-in, you must e-mail me at hello@erabookevents.com first so I can have you down.
EVENT TIMES:
VIP Early Entry: 10:00 AM
General Admission Entry: 10:30 AM
Afternoon Ticket: 1:30 PM
BUMP OUT TIME:
Event ends at 4:00 PM.
Tables will be picked at 5:45 PM. You can continue to pack up after this time if needed, but please clear the tables so they can be picked up.
HOW TO GET HERE
By tram: Only 10 minutes away (!!) by tram from Flinder’s Station, Melbourne CBD. The tram stop is directly in front of the venue making it super easy to get to and from the city.
By car: Carlton can get extremely busy, so I recommend getting in early or booking parking ahead of time. Unfortunately, this venue does not come with parking perks. Parking options are as follows:
There are 2P street parking along Queensberry St.
Arrow On-Site Parking: $20 Flat Rate, must be booked in advance. Please e-mail Arrow on Swanston in January 2026 to book in advance. 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM, on-site
Other options (please double check these):
Greenco Parking, 17-21 Cardigan St: Weekends: $12 Flat Rate, 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM, 5-min walk to venue
ALDI Wilson Parking, 501 Swanston St, entry from Franklin St: $50 day rate (not sure if there are weekend rates), 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM, 5-min walk to the venue
Final Venue mAp
Lunch will be taken at your tables, we may be able to arrange a volunteer, or ask your neighbour, to table sit if needed.
Event schedule
31 January 2026
Bump-in. Please check in with one of the ERA team.
08:00am
Group picture
09:30am
VIP Early Entry. (As of 17 Dec: 41/50 VIP, 23/30 VIP Plus)
10:00am
General Entry. (As of 17 Dec: 62/180)
10:30am
Panel: The Art of Storytelling with Serif & Somnia, Ashley Nobes, and Lila Raymond
10:45-11:45am
May or may not do section breaks (TBD). Lunch will be delivered to your table during this time.
12:00-1:00pm
Workshop: Ready, Set, Book Launch with MG Hunt
12:00-12:30pm
Panel: Diversity in Fantasy
2:00-3:00pm
Final sale as we begin to usher people out.
3:50pm
Event ends. Please pack down efficiently for bump-out.
4:00pm
Special Guest Author signing: Tigest Girma, Vanessa Len, and Maithree Wijesekara
3:00-4:00pm
Tables will be picked up at this time.
5:45pm
Afternoon Only Entry. (As of 17 Dec: 11/40)
1:30pm
FaQ & Contact
Is there wifi at the venue?
Please bring your own connection just in case. As previous vendors ourselves, we always recommend having a cash option for sales, and we'll encourage attendees to bring cash too. Although venue has guaranteed our own wi-fi login, the venue is LG so I’d be wary about it!
can I bring my own snacks and drinks and eat at my table?
Food and drinks are allowed if your space remains tidy. If you need someone to watch your table, feel free to ask an ERA assistant or a neighbouring vendor.
If you’ve noted any dietary requirements in your form, we’ll have something for you - we do recommend you bring your own meal if you have severe allergies (please). If you haven’t but need to, please email us as soon as possible.
Can I run a giveaway or special promotion at my table?
Yes! We love interactive tables. Just let us know in advance if you’d like us to help promote it.
Is this a kid-friendly event?
ERA is 16+ and all tables must keep explicit content discreet (e.g. no open display of sexual illustrations or items).
You’re welcome to sell mature content (after all, it’s a fantasy AND romance event!) – just use discretion, such as a covered binder or flip book.
Still have a question?
E-mail me directly at hello@erabookevents.com.