July 22-24, 2027
ROGERS, AR
A Fantasy & Romance Book Convention for Readers Who Want More
2027 Applications
Authors
Become an Exhibitor
Rebels & Realms is an 18+ book convention for those who love fantasy, romance, and all the sub-genres in between.
*R&R is anti generative AI - please read the application carefully before committing*
Content
Creators
Join the Fun or Spread the Love!
We're changing things up for 2027 and supporting various levels of participation, including both in-person and digital-only options.
Narrators & Voice Actors
Join The Story Forge
The Story Forge is a centralized lounge space within the Exhibitor Hall, dedicated to narrators and voice actors. It features live interviews, Q&As, and is.....
Vendors
Become an Exhibitor
We welcome a variety of bookish and reading-adjacent vendors, from both near and far!
Explore the Realm
The
Story Forge
An alternative take on the
Narrator & Voice Actor experience.
A centralized lounge space in the Exhibitor Hall dedicated to attending Narrators and Voice Actors.
Attendees can come here to relax, mingle, and enjoy live interviews, Q&As, and games with Narrators and Voice Actors throughout the convention.
Narrators and Voice Actors can expect an experience that encourages networking AND meeting the attendees who love and support your work.
The
Enchanted Shelf
A FREE BOOK EXCHANGE BOOTH
At The Enchanted Shelf, attendees and exhibitors alike can gift a story (or several) and claim the same number in return - no coins or quests required.
Located within the Exhibitor Hall and open to all attendees during their ticketed convention hours.
Magic doesn’t just live in new pages, it lingers in the ones already loved, and every book deserves a second adventure!
All books remaining at the close of the convention will be donated.
The
Rebel's Siege
A Game of Quests, Courage, and Fortune
Embark on a quest designed to ensure you experience all the special elements of Rebels & Realms. When your journey comes to a close you can exchange your "spoils" for tickets to our giveaway (no purchase necessary).
For those with an adventurer's spirit, take on additional side quests to earn even more giveaway entries.
Official Quests and participating exhibitors to be announced May 2027.
Artisan's Alcove
Craft Trades & Trinkets
Do you share a love of trades and trinket making? Then this is a space that is surely calling your name!
In 2027, Artisan's Alcove will be located in a literal alcove just outside of the Exhibitor Hall
Supplies Available for:
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friendship bracelets
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bookmarks
We also encourage you to bring your own crafts to Artisan's Alcove if bracelets and bookmarks aren't your thing.
Badge required to access. No cost to participate.
