Readers of the Valley presents NovelCon — a premier author and bookish vendor event hosted at the DoubleTree by Hilton Paradise Valley–Scottsdale Resort.

At its heart, NovelCon is an extension of the Readers of the Valley mission: to foster genuine community, amplify indie and local voices, and create welcoming spaces where book lovers can connect through shared stories. We believe literature thrives when readers, authors, and small businesses come together in meaningful ways.

NovelCon is an intimate, thoughtfully curated gathering that prioritizes atmosphere over spectacle—warm, inviting, and connection-driven. The event centers on supporting local and independent authors, bookish creators, and small businesses, encouraging real conversations, discovery, and collaboration.

Whether you’re meeting a new favorite author, supporting a local vendor, or connecting with fellow readers, NovelCon is about belonging, creativity, and celebrating the literary community we’re building together.

📅 Date: May 9, 2026
📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Paradise Valley–Scottsdale Resort
5401 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
TIME - 9am to 4pm

🎟 Ticketed Event:
• $5 presale tickets
• $10 regular & day-of tickets

🔞 18+ Event — Parental discretion advised

Join us for the Bookish Brunch Market hosted by Readers of the Valley! Escape the heat at our indoor author market this June 2026!

📅 June 13, 2026 | 🕙 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Dave & Buster’s — Desert Ridge Marketplace
21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Phoenix, Arizona

Bring your love of books and brunch for an unforgettable morning of:
• Author meet and greets
• Local bookish vendors
• Multiple restaurant options for delicious brunch bites
• And arcade games upstairs

About Readers of the Valley:
A warm, inclusive Arizona book-lover community that celebrates diverse voices, mental health, LGBTQ+ representation, and the power of storytelling.

Celebrate the magic of fall at our outdoor autumn market, featuring an incredible mix of bookish and non-bookish vendors!

From handmade crafts and seasonal treats to your favorite local authors and artists, there’s something for everyone.

Get a jumpstart on your holiday shopping or treat yourself to something special while enjoying the cozy fall vibes!

Readers of the Valley invites you to join us for Booksgiving, a special author signing event dedicated to celebrating what we’re most thankful for — community, connection, and books.

As the season of gratitude settles in, Booksgiving brings together readers, authors, and bookish vendors for a heartfelt gathering centered on the stories that bring us together. This event is about more than signed pages — it’s about shared conversations, new friendships, supporting local creatives, and honoring the literary community we’ve built side by side.

Come meet your next favorite author, reconnect with familiar faces, discover thoughtful bookish goods, and spend the day surrounded by people who understand the magic of a good story.

This November, we’re giving thanks the best way we know how — together, with books in hand. !