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Finding Sutton’s Choice by Brenda Haas
In Finding Sutton’s Choice, Brenda Haas has created a descriptive and interesting story for all readers. If you have ever been to Lakeside on the Lake Erie shores, it is a bonus to the story. Hopefully we will be seeing a second novel by Brenda’s out soon!
2025 Author + Illustrator Presentations
Celebrate Ohio’s Literary Spirit at the 2025 Buckeye Book Fair On Saturday, November 1st, beginning at 9:30 AM, the Buckeye Book Fair will open its doors for a full day celebrating Ohio’s talented authors, illustrators, and storytellers! This year’s event promises an engaging mix of presentations, workshops, and read-alouds designed to inspire creativity, spark conversation,Continue reading “2025 Author + Illustrator Presentations”
September Buckeye Bookmark
This edition of the Buckeye Bookmark is filled with previews to help you build your itinerary and make the most of the day. From panel discussions to a scavenger hunt, flash fiction writing, and the chance to meet Ohio Indies and trending authors like Patrick Ryan, there is something for everyone. And, of course, traditions continue with beloved names like Will and Jane Hillenbrand, Dandi Daley Mackall, and Richard Cowdrey.
Tell Us More about 2025: Spotlights
When asked what she wants readers to know, Springstubb says: “All that I ever hope to say in books, all that I ever hope to say, is that I love the world.” E.B. White
Step Inside the Traveling Stanzas Poetry Makerspace at Buckeye Book Fair
The Poetry Makerspace is the first of its kind in the country, a fully refurbished recreational vehicle, originally donated to the Wick Poetry Center by WKSU, that has been transformed into a vibrant, interactive poetry lab. With this innovative design, the Wick Poetry Center has put wheels on their award-winning Traveling Stanzas program, extending its reach to schools, libraries, hospitals, and community centers across Ohio.
Maureen Wise Blends Faith, Nature, and Sustainability in Her Latest Devotional
Maureen Wise has spent her career immersed in environmental science and sustainability, from teaching college-level courses to restoring streams and, humorously, struggling to keep houseplants alive. With a deep appreciation for nature and a knack for storytelling, Wise is uniquely positioned to reveal the beauty of the natural world. Writing under the pen name IrisContinue reading “Maureen Wise Blends Faith, Nature, and Sustainability in Her Latest Devotional”
Danae Wolfe’s New Book Invites Us to Rethink Our Lawns
“Writing ‘Don’t Ignore Your Décor’ challenged me just as much as I hope it challenges readers,” Wolfe says. “We don’t often connect things like our holiday decorations to biodiversity, but those decisions can ripple out onto our ecosystems.”
Charity Pleasant’s Memoir Inspires Action Through Optimism and Honesty
She acknowledges that maintaining a positive outlook isn’t always easy. “The sun sets on the just and unjust,” she says with a knowing smile. “You must train and retrain the mind to pause and look hard sometimes.”
Growing Accessibility and Inclusion at the Buckeye Book Fair
The stories Kimberly heard at LEAD from people who overcome significant obstacles were especially inspiring. They reinforced the importance of ongoing growth and improvement in every area of the organization. Even small steps, when thoughtfully implemented, can make a big difference.