frequently asked questions for readers

Tickets
  • Are tickets still available?
  • I saw a post that someone had a ticket for sale. Is this legit?
    • Absolutely NOT! The only way to get a ticket now is direct notification from the Readers Take Denver staff if a ticket becomes available for you on the waitlist. Beware the scammers! If you see a post like this, please report it to FB and notify the team so it can be addressed.
  • What about next year?
    • You can sign up HERE to be notified when we are closer to 2025 tickets going on sale.

Billing
Accommodations
  • Can I still stay at the event hotel?
    • The Gaylord room block is almost full for Thursday - Sunday. As of 9/20/23, there are the following rooms available: Thursday (45), Friday (25), Sunday (29). We have been informed that there is another convention right before ours and there are not expected to be more rooms available for Wednesday night.
  • I am coming in early. Where should I plan to stay on Wednesday night?
    • We have a room block at The Westin, which is right next to the airport. Reserve your room now because these are going quick. You can do so HERE. Please note that the room at The Westin is NON-REFUNDABLE.
  • How do I get to The Gaylord from the airport?
    • The train or RideShare (see below) can deliver you to The Gaylord on Thursday. Because of the event before ours, do not expect to be able to check-in early (check-in is 4pm). Luggage storage may be available but contact the hotel on the day of to make sure.
    • Train: RTD picks up at The Westin, to 61st/Pena, shuttle from 61st/Pena to The Gaylord. The Gaylord shuttle is free and runs every 30 minutes (on the 20 and the :50
    • Rideshare: Lyft, Uber, Taxis are all available from the airport
  • I am local. Can I just stay at home and drive in each day?
    • Short answer: Yes. Long answer: You will not want to. We have so many events morning and night that you will not want to miss or must worry about driving home late or being able to enjoy a drink or two. If you choose to stay at home or other local accommodations, parking will be available at The Gaylord for $29 per day

Schedule
  • When should I arrive?
    • The first event will be a welcome party on Thursday evening for readers. This will start at 7:00 pm. 
  • Will I have time to sightsee in Denver?
    • We recommend that if you want to spend time sightseeing, either come early or stay a few days after the event. Our schedule is jam-packed with events that you will not want to miss.
  • Will I be able to see everything that I want?
    • The answer to this is probably no. You will see everyone you want but, inevitably there will be overlapping panel sessions so you may have to choose. We do not recommend trying to get to absolutely everything. The weekend will be busy enough.
  • I keep hearing about all these extra nighttime events. Did I miss the sign-up?
    • No, you did not miss the signup. Except for Lunch with an Author, all the events are free-of-charge. You will receive emails as we get closer to the event asking if you are planning to attend a specific event (i.e., the movie night with Kristen Ashley). 
  • When should I plan to leave?
    • We have an impressive going-away breakfast on Sunday morning from 9-11am. You will not want to miss this so try to plan your departure accordingly.

​Signing
  • How many authors are there?
    • Currently we have around 356 main signing authors who will be signing on Friday and Saturday. We also have around 150 Rising Star Authors that will be holding their own separate signing on Saturday only.
  • Will I be able to see all the authors on my list?
    • That is always our goal. However, a lot of author sin attendance are in high-demand. However, last year we had a system in place to decrease lines that worked very well. We are planning to implement a similar process again this year.
  • Will there be wristbands?
    • No. We use a ticketing system that helps to control the flow of readers and limits how many are in one area at any given time. For authors that are expected to be busy, they will be ticketed from the get-go, and you will receive your numbers for that location on registration. If other authors start to develop a line, they will be ticketed on the fly, and you will be notified when your number is up through the ticketing app. Last year, every reader had many opportunities to see all the authors they wanted. We made it through all the numbers on both days. At the end of the signing, there were no restrictions on entry to the different areas because everyone had already had an opportunity to go through at least once.
  • Will I be able to stay with my friends for the tickets?
    • Yes. As we get closer to the event, you will be asked if you are traveling as part of a group. You will all receive tickets next to each other so that you can stay together.
  • What is the ticketing app?
    • Last year, we used WhatsApp which worked well. We are currently planning to use this same process again this year. You will receive an announcement when an author is accepting new ticket numbers and you can make your way to their table.
  • What if I do not use WhatsApp? 
    • We strongly encourage everyone to download this app as it truly makes things easier. It is a fully encrypted texting app. It is more secure than your regular messages app on your phone. If you really do not wish to download, there will be a landing page on the website that we will update as we are able to, but in the moment, there may be delays in updating the website.
  • There are so many authors. Where do I start?
    • Every month the Readers Take Denver Book Club chooses two of our authors to read. We poll members to find out who they would like to read. We read across genres and really challenge members to try a genre or author they would not normally choose. Several members have been pleasantly surprised by how much they enjoyed a book they did not think they would. Join us HERE.
  • How do I preorder books?
    • Keep an eye on the Facebook group, many authors are posting on Facebook when their preorder goes live. We are also developing a separate landing page on the website that will have all the preorders listed once we have it ready to go. So, stay tuned.
  • ​That is a lot of books. Can I bring a cart to help lug them all around?
    • Yes, carts are allowed. They must be no larger than 18”x18”x18”. This is for both safety and space reasons.

If your questions are not answered here and need to be addressed urgently, please email Angel@readerstakedenver.com. 

​If your question is not urgent, chances are good we do not know those details just yet. As we get closer to the event and details start coming together, the groups will be updated. Please be patient as there are still a lot of moving parts. We love how excited and enthusiastic everyone is!