📢 Welcome to the Latest Edition of Book Bits: Newsletter for Buckeye Book Fair! 📢
As March unfolds, we’re diving into the power of storytelling with a spotlight on two incredible authors and the launch of our Annual Campaign—an opportunity to champion literacy and support the Buckeye Book Fair’s mission.
📚 Keila V. Dawson takes center stage this Women’s History Month, highlighting the importance of representation, cultural heritage, and the transformative power of books. Her work, including Yumbo Gumbo, brings young readers stories that educate, inspire, and celebrate diverse traditions.
🔎 Robert Allen Stowe brings crime fiction to life with his latest novel, Fires of Rubicon, set in 1970s Cleveland. With a gritty mystery unfolding in the heart of a steel mill, Stowe’s storytelling—crafted “by the seat of his pants”—delivers a thrilling and immersive read.
🌟 Plus, we’re kicking off the Buckeye Book Fair’s Annual Campaign! Your support fuels literacy initiatives, connects readers with authors, and ensures that books continue to change lives. Stay tuned for ways to get involved!
đź“– Read on and discover the stories that shape our world.
#BooksSaveLives #BuckeyeBookFair #WomensHistoryMonth #CrimeFiction #SupportLiteracyThe
Thank you for being part of our story!
The Buckeye Book Fair Team
Featured Authors & Events
Calling All Young Authors!
The 2025 Buckeye Book Camp is here to inspire the next generation of storytellers! This immersive, week-long program is designed for students entering grades 3 through 8. It’s more than just writing and drawing—it’s about building confidence for the future through creativity and self-expression.
From July 28th to August 1st in Wooster, Ohio, campers will work with professional authors, editors, illustrators, and agents, crafting their very own stories from start to finish.
Don’t miss out! Discounted registration is open now through April 15th. Secure your spot today and save $15 on tuition. Space is limited, so register early to guarantee your place at this incredible camp!

The 38th Buckeye Book Fair is Saturday, November 1st, 2025


Explore the 2024 Buckeye Book Fair Annual Report! This year, we expanded accessibility, increased grant funding for literacy programs, and welcomed top creators like Richard Cowdrey and Loren Long. With record engagement—55,000 Facebook users, 108 authors, and 1,400 guests—our impact keeps growing. Read more and celebrate a year of storytelling and inclusion!

The Buckeye Bookmark is the Buckeye Book Fair’s Newsletter, celebrating the transformative power of literature. Each issue shares how one book can change your life forever. Join us as we spotlight Ohio authors, promote literacy, and share stories that inspire and ignite the imagination. Don’t miss out on the magic!
Subscribe today if you’re new to The Buckeye Bookmark!


Discover more from Buckeye Book Fair
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.


