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Canberra, We’re Getting Closer…

  • Writer: C.J. Welles
    C.J. Welles
  • Apr 5
  • 4 min read

Right now, as we’re writing this, there’s 201 days and 22 hours to go.

There’s something special about this stage of planning. The buzz is building, the author list is complete, and little by little, this event is becoming something real. Not just for us, but for every single one of you who will be in that room.

Whether you’ve already grabbed your ticket, are planning your day, or are still deciding… we just wanted to take a moment to check in and say — we’re so excited to have you be part of this.

Because Books In-Sight has always been about more than just books.

It’s about connection.

It’s about moments.

It’s about finding your people in a room full of stories.


Welcome to Our New Additions

Our lineup keeps getting better (and honestly… we didn’t think that was possible).

A big welcome to our recent announcements:

  • Grace McGinty

  • Samantha Leigh

And joining us as a vendor:

  • Romance Cartel


We’re so excited to have you all as part of the Books In-Sight Canberra experience.


 

Ticket Update

Our All-Access (VIP) tickets are now SOLD OUT.

If you missed out, don’t worry, we still have options available depending on how you want to experience the day:

 

Reader’s Choice – $30 + booking fee

Entry from 12:00pm

Includes a BIS Canberra lanyard

Perfect if you want a solid chunk of the day to explore, meet authors, and soak it all in.

 

Afternoon Escape – $15 + booking fee

Entry from 1:30pm – 4:00pm

Ideal for a more relaxed start to your day while still getting the full event vibe.

 

 

Planning Your Book Haul

Preorders are starting to roll in, and if you’re anything like us… your TBR is already growing.

You can:


Preordering is the best way to make sure you don’t miss out on the books you know you need in your life.

 


Reader Tip

If this is your first signing (or even your fifth), here’s a little tip from us:

 💜 Bring a tote bag… or three.  💜


Between preorders, impulse buys, and those “I wasn’t planning on it but now I need it” books, things add up quickly.


Bonus tip: Bring a small shopping cart on wheels if you're preordering or planning to buy up big.

 


Something Special: Our Anthology


If you haven’t seen it yet… our Books In-Sight Anthology is something we’re incredibly proud of.

It brings together multiple voices, stories, and styles — all in one place.

 

Love. Lies. Alibis.

Where every story conceals a truth… a love worth risking, a lie worth believing, or an alibi worth questioning.

 

Within these pages, hearts collide, secrets simmer, and nothing stays hidden forever. Every story offers something different, but each one will pull you into a world where emotion runs deep and the stakes feel all too real.

Some stories burn slow, wrapping around you with every page. Others strike hard, leaving their mark before you even have time to recover.

And somewhere between desire, deception, and doubt, you’ll find yourself searching for what’s real.

Because every glance, every touch, every decision means more than it should.


A truth left unsaid?

A quiet love?

An alibi?

You'll have to read to find out.



It’s not just a collection — it’s a piece of the event you can take home with you.




Sponsor Spotlight


Events like this don’t come together without incredible support behind the scenes.

A huge thank you to our Platinum Sponsor, Khloe Wren, whose support helps bring Books In-Sight Canberra to life and allows us to continue giving back through our chosen charity.


Help us show our appreciation by sending some love Khloe's way:

Website

 




Author Spotlight: Isla Olsen


If you love romance that’s fun, flirty, and a little bit addictive, you’ll want to add Isla Olsen to your must-meet list.

Known for her low-angst, high-heat queer romantic comedies, Isla blends humour, heart, and just the right amount of chaos to create stories that are impossible to put down.

She’s the author behind fan-favourite reads like the Love & Luck series and P.S. I Loathe You — books that readers keep coming back to for the banter, the chemistry, and the feel-good vibes.

Off the page, she’s a self-confessed cocktail-loving history geek, which honestly feels like the perfect combination for the kind of stories she tells.

If you’re after something that will make you laugh, swoon, and maybe stay up way too late reading… she’s one to check out.

 

👉 Website: www.islaolsen.com

 

 

Before We Go…

If you’ve already bought a ticket, thank you.

If you’ve shared the event, thank you.

Even if you've only just read this, we thank you for your time.

We’re building this event for all of you.

And we can’t wait to see it come to life.

 

 

C.J. Welles & J.A. Collard 💜

Books In-Sight Events

 
 
 

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