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”

A Son’s Search for Truth: Meet Investigative Memoirist James B. Wells at Buckeye Book Fair

What if the official story about your father’s death wasn’t the whole story?

Meet James B. Wells at the 39th Annual Buckeye Book Fair on November 7 in Wooster and discover the extraordinary true story behind his investigative memoir, Because: A CIA Coverup and a Son’s Odyssey to Find the Father He Never Knew.

What Happens Between Book Fairs?

I’ve tabled at many book events and festivals over the years, and Buckeye Book Fair is one of my absolute favorites. Great venue, great team, great authors, and great attendees! ~Wes Molebash For many readers, the Buckeye Book Fair is a magical Saturday in November filled with books, conversations, laughter, and the excitement of meetingContinue reading “What Happens Between Book Fairs?”

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”

A Summer of Creativity, Storytelling, and Adventure at Buckeye Book Fair

The Buckeye Book Fair remains dedicated to creating opportunities for young people to discover the joy of reading, writing, and storytelling. This summer’s workshops and camp were a testament to what can happen when passion meets guidance, imagination meets instruction, and young minds are encouraged to dream big. We can’t wait to see the stories they create in the years to come!

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”

Buckeye Book Fair Receives Three Grants from Ohio Arts Council to Maintain Literacy and Accessibility Programs

Buckeye Book Fair Receives Three Grants from Ohio Arts Council to Maintain Literacy and Accessibility Programs Wooster, Ohio – The Buckeye Book Fair is proud to announce that it has received three generous grants from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC), furthering its mission to promote literacy, creativity, and accessibility across the state. These awards highlightContinue reading “Buckeye Book Fair Receives Three Grants from Ohio Arts Council to Maintain Literacy and Accessibility Programs”

Here’s Your First Look: 2025 Buckeye Book Fair Line-Up

We’re thrilled to unveil the first 20 authors confirmed for the 38th annual Buckeye Book Fair, returning to Wooster, Ohio, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. This early reveal is just a glimpse of the more than 100 celebrated writers and illustrators who will join us for a day of books, conversations, and community.

Here’s Your First Look: 2025 Buckeye Book Fair Preview

We’re thrilled to unveil the first 20 authors confirmed for the 38th annual Buckeye Book Fair, returning to Wooster, Ohio, on Saturday, November 1, 2025. This early reveal is just a glimpse of the more than 100 celebrated writers and illustrators who will join us for a day of books, conversations, and community.