As the seasons change and another year of literary adventures unfolds, we’re delighted to welcome you to this edition of The Buckeye Bookmark. In these pages, you’ll discover new opportunities to connect with books, authors, and fellow readers while helping sustain a tradition that has brought Ohio’s literary community together for nearly four decades.
This issue features an exciting new opportunity for writers: the Fall Writers Retreat at Casa Mirabella Guest House, a peaceful getaway designed to provide dedicated creative time while enjoying the literary energy leading up to Buckeye Book Fair weekend. You’ll also find our Holiday Gift Guide, filled with recommendations from Buckeye Book Fair authors and illustrators whose books make thoughtful gifts for readers of every age and interest.
As you explore this issue, we hope you’ll also consider becoming a member of the Buckeye Book Fair. Membership is one of the most meaningful ways to support our mission and ensure that the traditions readers look forward to each year continue for generations to come. Member support helps keep our beloved annual catalog in print, allowing readers across Ohio to discover new authors and plan their Fair experience. It also helps sustain the Young Authors Initiative, which encourages creativity, literacy, and a love of storytelling in the next generation of readers and writers.
When you become a member, you’re doing more than supporting a one-day event. You’re investing in year-round literacy programs, author visits, student writing opportunities, and the connections that books create within our communities. You’re helping us preserve a cherished Ohio tradition while building opportunities for young people to discover the power of their own voices.
Attention Libraries & Teachers!
Educators and librarians are at the heart of Ohio’s literary community, and we are grateful for the work you do every day to foster a love of reading. We are pleased to offer special opportunities to help you make the most of the 39th Annual Buckeye Book Fair, taking place Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Greystone Event Center in Wooster.
With more than 100 authors and illustrators and over 300 titles available, the Fair offers a remarkable opportunity to discover new books for your classrooms, libraries, and readers.
Educator & Library Discount
Teachers and librarians may receive a 20% discount when purchasing books using a purchase order or letter of authorization on school or library letterhead. For added convenience, pre-orders may be submitted to info@BuckeyeBookFair.org by 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, and orders will be available for pickup at the Fair.
We encourage you to explore this year’s catalog, discover new titles, and consider how the Buckeye Book Fair can support your students and patrons throughout the year.
Thank you for being part of the Buckeye Book Fair community. Whether you’re a reader, author, educator, librarian, volunteer, sponsor, donor, or member, your support helps us continue connecting readers and writers while investing in the future of literacy across Ohio.
With gratitude,
Kimberly Crislip Jarvis
Executive Director
Buckeye Book Fair
🍂Write. Rest. Connect.
The Fall Writers Retreat at Casa Mirabella Guest House
✨ 5 nights of inspiration
☕ Coffee, tea & cozy spaces
📖 Author events each evening
🎁 Books, journals & welcome gifts
🍁 VIP Author Event
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Holiday Gift Guide: Books to Inspire Every Reader on Your List
Whether you’re shopping for a young reader discovering the magic of Winnie-the-Pooh, a fantasy fan eager to follow Bria’s journey in Monster, Monarch, Maiden, a mystery lover looking for their next page-turner, or a scholar seeking thought-provoking nonfiction, the Buckeye Book Fair has something for everyone on your holiday gift list.
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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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