They attract a loyal following of active, enthusiastic local librarians who relish the opportunity to visit the show floor and review the new products on display. While most do not attend the national shows, the librarians who visit the state and regional conferences are typically those who have influence in, or who are directly responsible for making purchases. Most are already familiar with CBE, having visited our displays year after year. Bookseller conferences offer publishers the same variety as library conferences. The national shows offer an exceptional range and attract a large number of attendees.
Regional shows allow for more titles to be considered in a relaxed, individual fashion.
Libraries are continually seeking new titles, either to broaden and strenghten their collections or to meet specific patron demands. If a title is popular, then multiple copies will have to be purchased. Additionally, librarians regularly need to purchase replacement and updated editions. Attendees are usually repsonible for their purchasing decisions. In making purchases for their libraries and classrooms, schools also provide one of the most consistent markets for publishers.