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
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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.”
August Buckeye Bookmark
As summer turns the page and we look ahead to fall, excitement is building for the 38th annual Buckeye Book Fair! In this edition of The Buckeye Bookmark, you’ll find a first glimpse at some of the incredible authors joining us this year, inspiring stories from our featured guests, and ways you can get involved in making this statewide celebration of books unforgettable.
The Gift of Being Beholden
Poet and essayist Ross Gay calls it the gift of “being beholden to each other.” Soon, Gay will be coming to town to give the College of Wooster’s annual Peter Mortensen Lecture, and I am writing to invite you to attend. Each student from the incoming class of 2029 has received a copy of his book Inciting Joy.
Surviving Soccer: Laughing Through the Chaos of Youth Sports Parenting
A Chill Parent’s Guide to Carpools, Calendars, Coaches, Club and Corner Kicks If you’ve ever juggled carpool schedules, searched frantically for a missing shin guard, or spent your weekends navigating the endless maze of soccer fields, Karen Scholl has written a book just for you. In her debut, Surviving Soccer: A Chill Parent’s Guide toContinue reading “Surviving Soccer: Laughing Through the Chaos of Youth Sports Parenting”
📚 July Buckeye Bookmark
As summer turns the page and we look ahead to fall, excitement is building for the 38th annual Buckeye Book Fair! In this edition of The Buckeye Bookmark, you’ll find a first glimpse at some of the incredible authors joining us this year, inspiring stories from our featured guests, and ways you can get involved in making this statewide celebration of books unforgettable.
Stories That Spark Confidence: Meet Anne and Jerzy Drozd
If you love graphic novels, imaginative stories, or inspiring educators, mark your calendar for Saturday, November 1, 2025. That is when Anne and Jerzy Drozd—an extraordinary creative team from Columbus, Ohio—will appear at the Buckeye Book Fair at the Greystone Event Center in Wooster. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and promisesContinue reading “Stories That Spark Confidence: Meet Anne and Jerzy Drozd”
Behind the Pages with Liz Ball
For Liz, the Buckeye Book Fair is a welcome opportunity to connect—not just with fellow illustrators, but with the people who love her puzzles. “I always enjoy talking with fans—new and old—and seeing how they interact with the work. That kind of feedback is something you just don’t get through email.”