Where is the event being held?

Melbourne Show Grounds - Town Square Pavilion - Epsoms Road, Flemington, VIC

How do I get to the event?

https://www.melbourneshowgrounds.com/plan-your-visit/getting-here/

Is the venue disability friendly?

Yes, and we (ATLCON) also have the "Sunflower" tickets available to purchase. If you select these tickets, you will be provided with a Sunflower lanyard. Volunteers and staff will be available at any time to assist you should you require it. We will also have plenty of seating and a quiet zone.

Can I pre-order books from Authors?

Yes, follow this link to find all attending authors and vendors pre order links (which is updated regularly as we get more info) https://www.athousandlives.com.au/pages/atlcon2026

A Thousand Lives Indie Book Convention

Q: Can I come if I am under 16 years old?

As there will be explicit books, book covers and artwork on display, entry is STRICTLY 16yo+. You may be asked for ID. Any attendees under 18yo and over 16yo MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

ByA Thousand Lives Book Haven

Melbourne Showgrounds - Town Square PavilionFlemington, VIC

Saturday, Apr 18, 2026 from 10 am to 4 pm AEST

Overview

Hang out with your bookish besties and approx. 100 Australian & International Indie Romance Authors and Bookish Vendors all under one roof!

Welcome to the A Thousand Lives Indie Book Convention!

Hosted by A Thousand Lives (@athousandlives.bookhaven on IG/TT)

When: 18th April 2026

Where: Melbourne Show Grounds - Town Square Pavilion

Due to the nature of this event, entry is STRICTLY 16yo+. You may be asked for ID. Any attendees under 18yo and over 16yo MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

A huge thank you to our Major Sponsor - Leigh Rivers, the incredibly talented Dark Romance Author!

Thank you to our Event Sponsors - IngramSpark, A.M. Nelson, K.L. Steele, Layla Pine, Lucy Scott Bryan, Mandi Kontos, Nicole Flockton & Rebecca Pratt!

@athousandlives.convention on IG
@athousandlives.bookhaven on TT
www.athousandlives.com.au/pages/atlcon2026

See you there!!

Hang out with your bookish besties and approx. 100 Australian & International Indie Romance Authors and Bookish Vendors all under one roof!

Welcome to the A Thousand Lives Indie Book Convention!

Hosted by A Thousand Lives (@athousandlives.bookhaven on IG/TT)

When: 18th April 2026

Where: Melbourne Show Grounds - Town Square Pavilion

Due to the nature of this event, entry is STRICTLY 16yo+. You may be asked for ID. Any attendees under 18yo and over 16yo MUST be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

A huge thank you to our Major Sponsor - Leigh Rivers, the incredibly talented Dark Romance Author!

Thank you to our Event Sponsors - IngramSpark, A.M. Nelson, K.L. Steele, Layla Pine, Lucy Scott Bryan, Mandi Kontos, Nicole Flockton & Rebecca Pratt!

@athousandlives.convention on IG
@athousandlives.bookhaven on TT
www.athousandlives.com.au/pages/atlcon2026

See you there!!

Good to know

Highlights

6 hours
ages 16+
In-person

Refund Policy

No refunds

Location

Melbourne Showgrounds - Town Square Pavilion

Epsom Road

Flemington, VIC 3031

How would you like to get there?

Agenda

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

VIP Early Access

11:00 AM - 04:00 PM

General Admission

Frequently asked questions

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A Thousand Lives Book Haven

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