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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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.
Fall Writers Retreat at Casa Mirabella Guest House
As autumn settles across Wayne County, there is something magical about slowing down long enough to listen to your own thoughts. Crisp mornings, colorful foliage, steaming mugs of coffee, and the quiet rhythm of a small Midwestern town create the perfect backdrop for creative work. This November, writers are invited to experience all of thatContinue reading “Fall Writers Retreat at Casa Mirabella Guest House”
2026 September Buckeye Bookmark
The countdown is officially on. With only one month until the Buckeye Book Fair, every day is packed with planning, organizing, and preparing for the celebration of Ohio’s incredible literary community. The pace is fast, the excitement is real, and the news keeps coming. This year is shaping up to be extraordinary. Stay tuned, stay engaged, and stay ready for a season filled with books, authors, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
Celebrating Ohio’s Independent Voices
The 2026 Buckeye Book Fair welcomes an extraordinary group of independent authors whose work reflects the imagination and creative spirit found across Ohio. This year’s Indie Author features are written by Christina Hartmann‑Benchoff, publisher and editor of Prickle Forrest Books, contemporary western romance author, award‑winning short story writer, and former Buckeye Book Fair author.
A Volunteer Whose Work Is Shaping the Future of Buckeye Book Fair
Celebrating Christina Mong For three years, Christina Mong has been one of the steady, joyful forces behind the Buckeye Book Fair. Volunteers are the heart of this organization, and Christina has always been the kind of person who shows up with purpose and a willingness to make the day better for everyone around her. ThisContinue reading “A Volunteer Whose Work Is Shaping the Future of Buckeye Book Fair”
Buckeye Book Fair: Your Catalog, Your Choice
Every autumn, the Buckeye Book Fair catalog becomes one of our favorite traditions! It’s a celebration of Ohio authors, illustrators, and the stories that bring us together. This year, we’re inviting you to help shape how you’d like to receive it. Our digital catalog is live now, giving you early access to browse new releases,Continue reading “Buckeye Book Fair: Your Catalog, Your Choice”
📚 The Buckeye Bookmark
The countdown is officially on. With only 67 days until the Buckeye Book Fair, every day is packed with planning, organizing, and preparing for the celebration of Ohio’s incredible literary community. The pace is fast, the excitement is real, and the news keeps coming. This year is shaping up to be extraordinary. Stay tuned, stay engaged, and stay ready for a season filled with books, authors, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact.
Your Guide to Ohio’s Literary Events
One Connection at a Time If you’re a reader who tears through books like candy, curates your shelves like a personal museum, and believes a Saturday spent wandering among authors is peak self‑care, Ohio’s literary scene is basically your natural habitat. But here’s the fun part: our state offers many kinds of book‑centered events, eachContinue reading “Your Guide to Ohio’s Literary Events”
Finding Her Place: Charity Pleasant Returns to the Buckeye Book Fair
By Christina Hartmann-Benchoff Christina Hartmann‑Benchoff, founder of Prickle Forrest Books and a devoted advocate for Ohio’s indie and self‑published authors, will be writing a new column spotlighting the state’s independent literary talent for the Buckeye Book Fair. For author Charity Pleasant, community is more than simply being surrounded by other people. It is a placeContinue reading “Finding Her Place: Charity Pleasant Returns to the Buckeye Book Fair”