Welcome to the October Buckeye Bookmark. We are just one month away from the 2026 Buckeye Book Fair, and the excitement is growing. This edition includes the full festival layout and the complete author and illustrator lineup, so you can start planning your day. From page turners to midnight murders, you will find every genre represented. Take a look at who will be at the Fair and get ready to discover your next great read. And while you are preparing, don’t forget to join us with a fist bump by picking up your 2026 Buckeye Book Fair swag.
This is also the perfect moment to Join a Community That Inspires Readers. For four decades, the Buckeye Book Fair has connected readers with authors, celebrated Ohio’s literary talent, and promoted a lifelong love of reading. When you become a member, you help ensure that this tradition continues while expanding literacy opportunities for children, families, and communities across Ohio. Your membership is more than a donation. It is an investment in the next generation of readers.
Every gift helps us put books into the hands of children, bring authors and illustrators into schools and libraries, support literacy programs throughout the year, create meaningful experiences that connect readers with writers, and keep the Buckeye Book Fair accessible to families across the state. Members receive a one-year Buckeye Book Fair membership, a subscription to the Buckeye Bookmark newsletter, early updates on programs and events, recognition at the Fair, a 10% discount at the Buckeye Book Fair, and support that keeps our annual catalog in print and guarantees you receive your copy.
Whether you choose an Individual, Student, or Family Membership, you become part of a community that believes books change lives. A single story can spark imagination, encourage a struggling reader, or inspire the next great author. Your support helps make those moments possible every day.
Thank you for investing in the future of reading. Every member helps write the next chapter of the Buckeye Book Fair.
With gratitude,
~Kimberly
The Genres
Featured Articles
We are excited to reveal this year’s cover image, illustrated by Jieting Chen from It Won’t Be Long by Laura Hays Hoover. This tender picture book follows a child’s journey from first steps to growing independence, paired with gentle, rhythmic verse that celebrates the small moments that shape childhood. Chen’s expressive artwork captures the joy and bittersweet beauty of watching a child grow.
Enjoy the Digital Catalog
The Buckeye Book Fair digital catalog gives readers a full preview of the excitement ahead. Inside, you can explore the lineup of author and illustrator presentations, see what’s happening throughout Book Fair week, and plan your visit using the exhibition hall layout. The catalog also highlights where to find Art Drops (small creative surprises hidden around the venue) and pointers for families looking for hands‑on, kid‑friendly activities that make the day welcoming for all ages. It’s the easiest way to get oriented, mark your must‑see creators, and step into the Fair feeling ready for a great experience.
Become a Member of the Buckeye Book Fair
Join a Community That Inspires Readers
For four decades, the Buckeye Book Fair has connected readers with authors, celebrated Ohio’s literary talent, and promoted a lifelong love of reading. When you become a member, you help ensure that this tradition continues while expanding literacy opportunities for children, families, and communities across Ohio.
If you love receiving the printed catalog, please consider becoming a Buckeye Book Fair Member. Membership helps offset the rising costs of printing and mailing, and it ensures we can continue offering this treasured piece of Buckeye Book Fair history for years to come. Note: Catalogs have already been mailed for 2026. Your membership ensures your 2027 mailing.
Your choice helps us steward our resources wisely while keeping the catalog experience you love. Thank you for being part of the Buckeye Book Fair community and for supporting literacy across Ohio.
The 39th Buckeye Book Fair is Saturday, November 7th, 2026
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