Book Fair is the headquarters for lit lovers. Head to the Book Fair panel room throughout the weekend, then catch author signings right after at the RCCC Bookstore, powered by Powell’s Books. 

Dearest Lovely Reader; have you heard the tea?

Happening concurrently with Rose City Comic Con, LeftField Media is proud to present Romancing Portland, an enchanting weekend getaway at the Sentinel hotel to celebrate romance novels, movies, and television. Find out more and buy a ticket now. RCCC admission is included with most ticket types!

Book Fair Guests

Authors will be doing panels and signing throughout the weekend. Make sure to check the programming schedule to find out where and when they will be meeting with fans!

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Chloe Gong
Kamilah Cole
TJ Klune
Annalee Newitz
Caitlin Starling
Delilah S. Dawson
Evan Leikam
Petra Lord
Sarah Gailey
Soman Chainani
Terry Brooks

Please note that the titles listed above may not be available at the Official Bookstore

Preorders Coming Soon

RCCC Bookstore powered by Powell’s – Booth #TBA

We’re proud to have the legendary Powell’s Books as the official bookseller of the Book Fair. At the Bookstore, fans can meet guest authors, get books signed, and pick up enough new reads to keep their bookshelves full.

Need help finding your next favorite story? Powell’s passionate team of booksellers is ready to guide you toward your next can’t-put-down page-turner.

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Bookstore and Signing FAQ

Yes they are.

Yes, you can! But you can also purchase them from our official bookseller, Powell’s Books.

There is no limit on the number of items the authors will sign (within reason).

If you’re looking to meet one of our Author Guests to get your favorite book signed, they will participate in signings at the RCCC Bookstore powered by Powell’s Books in Booth #TBA. Generally, each author will sign once per day for at least 1 hour, and these typically take place after their panels. A schedule will be released closer to the event!

Yes, you can! A Rose City Comic Con Staff or Crew member will assist with this and punch your badge if applicable.

Author Lane 2026

Curious what up-and-coming, independently published authors might be at Rose City Comic Con? Take a stroll down Author’s Lane and connect with fresh faces from the world of science fiction, fantasy, YA, horror, and more. Venture into Artist Alley to find these authors, all labeled with table signage showing that they are a part of Author’s Lane.

author list coming soon

Romancing Day Presented by Powell’s

FRIDAY IS ROMANCING DAY AT THE ROSE CITY COMIC CON BOOK FAIR

With Romancing Portland happening Saturday and Sunday at Sentinel Hotel downtown, we’re ensuring no romance fans miss out on romance content at RCCC! In collaboration with Powell’s Books, join us on Friday for:

  • Romance-themed author panels with Chloe Gong, TJ Klune, Kamilah Cole, and more
  • Romance-themed fan panels
  • Romance genre meetups in Book Fair
  • BookTok Recording meetups in Book Fair
  • Romance book recommendation display

A qualifying Romancing Portland* ticket or a Rose City Comic Con badge that is valid for Friday is required to attend these panels/meetups.

Buy a Romancing Portland Ticket

*Premium, Saturday, and Sunday tickets include admission to Rose City Comic Con. Get two events for the price of one with select Romancing Portland ticket types, and get your romance fill on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday!