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”
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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.”
Shannon Hale: Brave & Bold Young Authors Awards
Brave & Bold: A Night of Stories with Shannon Hale 📅 Thursday, October 30, 2025 📍 Greystone Event Center, Wooster, Ohio Gather the family for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, imagination, and celebration! Brave & Bold: A Night of Stories with Shannon Hale is a heartwarming event perfect for readers of all ages. Join us as weContinue reading “Shannon Hale: Brave & Bold Young Authors Awards”
📚 June: Buckeye Bookmark
Though our newsletter has a new name, it’s still your trusted source for all things Buckeye Book Fair. In this issue, we’re diving into stories that celebrate the power of books, creativity, and community.
Interview with Terri Libenson
Most adults still cringe when remembering their middle school years – that bridge between little kid and the know-it-all teen confidence. It is a time when everything is a BIG THING and drama rules the day. New York Times Bestselling Author Terri Libenson still lives inside those intimidating years, tackling the trials of navigating middle school with humor and heart in her popular Emmie & Friends series. Her work has been described as “clever, funny work by a great cartoonist.”
Meet the Astrophysicist Who’ll Make You Fall in Love with the Stars: Jillian Scudder at the 2025 Buckeye Book Fair
What do colliding galaxies, rum-scented nebulas, and everyday curiosity about the universe have in common? Dr. Jillian Scudder.
📚 May Book Bits: Newsletter!
Welcome to the April edition of Book Bits, your connection to the heart of the Buckeye Book Fair community! As we turn the page on another month, we invite you to join us in celebrating the stories, voices, and authors who shape our literary world. This issue features exciting updates from three talented authors: Paul Many, Eric J. Martin, and Lindsay Ward, each offering unique stories that engage and inspire young readers.
John Kachuba
If your reading preference bends to the paranormal and magic, you know award-winning author John Kachuba. You’ll want a copy of The Bottle Conjuror: Book 1 – Stefan – if you dare….
Desiring to become famous by performing a death-defying feat, a crippled conjuror falls prey to a scoundrel’s plot against the son of King George II.
David Rickert
Columbus, Ohio native David Rickert is an educator, author, and illustrator. Surrounded by stacks of comics growing up, he was determined to pursue a career drawing his own comic strip. Instead, he graduated with a teaching degree, which for his readers, is the best of both worlds!
Hal Sundt
Hal Sundt’s fascination with airplanes began early, nurtured by shared moments with his father watching classic aviation movies like Top Gun. This early connection to the world of aviation led him to an interest in design, and his previous works focus on roller-coaster and human-centric design principles. Sundt combines his design expertise and passion for aviation history in WARPLANE: How the Military Reformers Birthed the A-10 Warthog.