“I honestly loved everything about the conference! Everyone was warm and friendly. . . Top notch gift bags & t-shirts! The least thing was my fault for not bringing an extra suitcase!! I had no idea there would be free books to take home!! Looking forward to 2026!!” — Cindy Jackson

“This was my first time attending a book conference in all my years of being in a book club. This was by far an experience I will remember. . . The Red carpet idea was fun I enjoy dressing up and celebrate our authors.” — Shante Jones

“The gift bag was amazing. What a treat! Loved the audiobook session. . . The banquet was EVERYTHING!” — Malika Stevely

“The vendor’s row was heaven; the mixture of returning vendors and new vendors was perfect. Love my T-shirt. The love at NBCC can’t be beat.” — Toni Bonita Robinson

“The 2025 NBCC was an amazing event. The schedule was jammed packed with amazing author sessions. Adding the yoga class was a great way to take some time to meditate and reset. . . Swag bags and complimentary books were all good! Can’t wait to attend next year.” — Barbara Ray

“Just when I think I have had the most amazing time, I am reminded that there’s still room for better! This 21st edition of the NBCC was all that and more. Every single part of this year’s NBCC was the epitome of EXCELLENCE. EVERY SINGLE PART OF IT! I’m I Love with NBCC. It was Spirit-Filled and Flowing with LOVE.” — J.B. Williams

“Trying new authors has led to some wonderful experiences!!! It’s on my calendar every year!!!”– Felicia Tarver

“My first time attending and I found the event to be worthwhile and stimulating. Meeting the authors was absolutely wonderful. I learned so much from an author that I had never heard of before!!!! I plan to return next year and hopefully bring my daughter.” — Gwen Parker

“Inspiring! First time. I’m a new indie author published my debut novella in July. I wanted to be surrounded by Black excellence. I met and talked with my favorite author Brenda Jackson, among others. I supported and discovered authors I never heard of. Everyone gave me encouraging words and prayers as I’m beginning my author journey. I felt part of a big family. I felt the love! I will return next year!” — Anonymous

“It’s like coming to a family reunion.. I made an effort to see more unfamiliar authors, which I truly enjoyed. I loved the tee shirt that was given. Beautiful design!!” — Edith White

“Saturday yoga with Nina Foxx was amazing, I really enjoyed that event.”– “Bunny” Ervin