VIP Program

The DSM Book Festival connects people who love books with people who create them. The Festival features four nationally acclaimed authors: Sequoia Nagamatsu, NoViolet Bulawayo, Chris Bohjalian and Sarah Penner. Please join us with VIP Package options within the festival to enhance your overall experience.

HEADLINER VIP - $60

• One autographed copy of one headlining authors' book
• One premier seat for one author presentation
• One DSM Book Festival commemorative item
• One complimentary beverage
• 20% off purchase at the Beaverdale Books (2629 Beaver Ave, Des Moines)
• Access to DSM Book Festival VIP Suite which includes access to a private bar and light fare throughout the day. Headlining authors may make appearances in the Suite throughout the day

PAPERBACK VIP - $110

• One autographed copy of two headlining authors' books
• One premier seat for two author presentations
• One DSM Book Festival commemorative item
• Two complimentary beverages
• 20% off purchase at the Beaverdale Books (2629 Beaver Ave, Des Moines)
• Access to DSM Book Festival VIP Suite which includes access to a private bar and light fare throughout the day. Headlining authors may make appearances in the Suite throughout the day.

HARDCOVER VIP - $210 

• One autographed copy all four headlining authors' books
• One premier seat for all four authors
• One DSM Book Festival commemorative item
• Two complimentary beverages
• 20% off purchase at the Beaverdale Books (2629 Beaver Ave, Des Moines)
• Access to DSM Book Festival VIP Suite which includes access to a private bar and light fare throughout the day. Headlining authors may make appearances in the Suite throughout the day.