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The Buckeye Book Fair November 2024 Book Bits: Newsletter

We’re thrilled to report that this year’s Buckeye Book Fair was a resounding success! 🎉 With over 1200 book lovers 📖 filling the Greystone Event Center on November 2nd, the enthusiasm for Ohio’s vibrant literary community was truly inspiring. Attendees browsed, connected, and celebrated local authors, and we are proud to share that over 3800 books 📚 found their new homes. 🏠

A Hunger to Kill

This year, Buckeye Book Fair attendees had the opportunity to meet Detective Kim Mager, whose gripping book, A Hunger to Kill, recounts her journey to bring Ohio serial killer Shawn Grate to justice. The book offers a rare glimpse into the complex and chilling work behind one of Ohio’s most notorious cases, and it was no surprise that readers were drawn to Mager’s story. Her presence at the Book Fair sparked unforgettable connections and inspiring conversations.

Amanda Flower’s To Slip the Bonds of Earth

Katharine Wright Takes Flight as a Sleuth
Amanda Flower’s latest historical mystery, To Slip the Bonds of Earth, offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life of Katharine Wright, the lesser-known but remarkably influential sister of aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. While her famous brothers were soaring to new heights in Kitty Hawk in December 1903, Katharine was back in Dayton, Ohio, managing the family’s bicycle shop, teaching Latin, and confronting the era’s constraints on women in academia. But in Flower’s engaging new novel, Katharine embarks on a challenge that even she couldn’t have foreseen: solving mysteries.

General David Wooster

Dr. Jason Edwin Anderson, author of “General David Wooster: Hero of the American Revolution, 1710-1777,” found great success at the recent Buckeye Book Fair. His book was the top seller, captivating readers with the story of a forgotten Revolutionary War hero.

The Buckeye Book Fair October 2024 Book Bits: Newsletter

📚✨ You won’t believe what we have in store for you this week leading up to the Buckeye Book Fair on Saturday, November 2nd! We’re thrilled to announce the exclusive lineup of priority-access sessions through the Buckeye Book Crawl. 🎉

September 2024 Book Bits: Newsletter

As the leaves start to turn, we are gearing up for an exciting season of literary events, book signings, and contests. With the Buckeye Book Fair just around the corner, we’re thrilled to introduce you to three outstanding authors, spotlight a dedicated volunteer, and share exciting details about the Buckeye Book Crawl and our Buckeye Book Fort Contest.

Experience the Buckeye Book Crawl 2024

In partnership with the Wayne County Public Library, this year’s crawl brings together renowned authors, captivating stories, and vibrant venues across Wayne County, Ohio. Whether you’re into cozy fantasy, historical biographies, sports, or mysteries, there’s something for everyone.

Volunteer Spotlight: Deb Jenkins

We’re excited to introduce Deb Jenkins, a new and incredibly dedicated volunteer with the Buckeye Book Fair. Deb’s connection with us actually began last year around this time when she introduced herself in our warehouse while working with D+S Distribution. For decades, D+S has been an essential partner to the fair, supporting our logistical needs by helping us receive, inventory, pack, and ship the 7,000 books we prepare each year. Without their fleet of trucks and consistent support, organizing the fair would be a much more challenging task.

Countdown to Buckeye: Daily Book Feature

We are well on our way in the countdown to the Buckeye Book Fair, the excitement is palpable. On Saturday, November 2nd, 2024, the doors will open to one of Ohio’s most cherished literary traditions, bringing together readers, authors, and illustrators for a day dedicated to the joy of books. To celebrate, we’re inviting everyone to join us daily on social media, where each day we’ll highlight a featured author or illustrator who will be part of this year’s event.