Frequently Asked Questions
About the Event
What’s included in the registration price?
Registration for #OLR23 includes: Welcome Bag w/swag and free books, 2 meals (hotel offers complimentary breakfast), admission to all panels and activities, dance parties, mega booksigning and more bookish goodies!
#OLR23 1-Day Passes include: Saturday booksigning and theme party and banquet.
Is this an event for authors or readers?
Both! Our primary goal is to connect readers with some of their favorite authors and possibly introduce them to new authors. The program is full of opportunities for readers to enjoy intimate time with authors as well as participate in fun activities. Authors will appreciate seeing familiar faces as well as have a couple of opportunities to participate in professional focused sessions.
When will registration open for #OLR23?
Early Bird Registration for #OLR23 – October 17 – December 30, 2022
General Registration for #OLR23 – We are SOLD OUT of full weekend registrations! SATURDAY ONLY tickets which include the booksigning and Southern Belle Banquet are still available until June 30, 2023.
When is #OLR23?
Wednesday, August 2 thru Saturday, August 5, 2023
Where is this event being held?
#OLR23 will be held at Embassy Suites Charleston Airport Hotel & Convention Center, 5055 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina 29418 on August 2 -5, 2023. Discounted room rates are $149 per night single and double occupancy; $159 triple and quadruple occupancy. Book your room now!
Is there a refund policy for #OLR23?
Deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.
30% of all subsequent payments (minus the deposit) are refundable until 9pm Eastern, Friday, March 3, 2023.
There will be NO REFUNDS after 9pm Eastern, Friday, March 3, 2023.
Which authors and industry professionals will be attending #OLR23?
We’re compiling a list of fabulous authors and industry professionals to attend #OLR23. If you’re an author or industry professional interested in attending #OLR23 or future events, you can sign up using our Author Interest Form.
Is there a cap on attendance?
Yes. In order to facilitate a safe and fun environment, there will be a cap on the number of attendees. Once that cap is reached, registration will be closed.
About Transportation & Lodging
Does the hotel offer transportation to and from the airport? Will I need to take an Uber, Lyft or any type of rideshare or perhaps rent a car?
We’re happy to report that Embassy Suites at Charleston Airport does offer shuttle service to and from Charleston Airport.
Where is this event being held?
#OLR23 will be held at Embassy Suites Charleston Airport Hotel & Convention Center, 5055 International Boulevard, North Charleston, South Carolina 29418 on August 2 -5, 2023. Discounted room rates are $149 per night single and double occupancy; $159 triple and quadruple occupancy. Book your room now!
Registration
What’s included in the registration price?
Registration for #OLR23 includes: Welcome Bag w/swag and free books, 2 meals (hotel offers complimentary breakfast), admission to all panels and activities, dance parties, mega booksigning and more bookish goodies!
#OLR23 1-Day Passes include: Saturday booksigning and theme party and banquet.
When will registration open for #OLR23?
Early Bird Registration for #OLR23 – October 17 – December 30, 2022
General Registration for #OLR23 – We are SOLD OUT of full weekend registrations! SATURDAY ONLY tickets which include the booksigning and Southern Belle Banquet are still available until June 30, 2023.
Is there a refund policy for #OLR23?
Deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE.
30% of all subsequent payments (minus the deposit) are refundable until 9pm Eastern, Friday, March 3, 2023.
There will be NO REFUNDS after 9pm Eastern, Friday, March 3, 2023.