Dawson’s book, Yumbo Gumbo, is a heartwarming blend of family, culture, and education. Inspired by cherished moments in her New Orleans kitchen, the book weaves a delicious tale of tradition, mathematical reasoning, and social-emotional learning. Watching her mother pass down the family’s seafood filé gumbo recipe to her son moved Dawson to preserve this beautiful family tradition in the pages of a book, ensuring that stories of resilience and heritage continue to be shared.
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David Meyers & Elise Meyers Walker
Both prolific writers, David and Elisa are always working on a half dozen titles at any given time. They write and research every day. While looking for one thing, they may happen on something else. “It is not unusual for a plan to change. I don’t know what I think about a particular topic until I write a book about it,” David Meyers said. “Sometimes we discover the real story is a mystery to be solved.”
The Buckeye Book Fair December 2024 Book Bits: Newsletter
The holiday season is here, and there’s no better time to celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of stories. In this special edition of Book Bits, we’re unwrapping inspiration to help you fill your season with literary cheer. From perfect gift ideas featuring our top authors to upcoming events, this month’s newsletter is packed with ways to make books the heart of your holiday traditions.
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. 🏠
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.
Behind the Scenes at the Buckeye Book Fair: Meet Eva Bauman
Our first featured intern is Eva Bauman, a junior majoring in economics from Tacoma, Washington. Beyond her academic pursuits, Eva is an active competitor on Wooster’s cross country and track teams. Her commitment to excellence extends beyond the classroom and the track; she has previously volunteered in the Wooster community and is now excited to engage closely with a local nonprofit.
March 2024 Newsletter: Book Bits
Dear Book Lovers, As we embark on another exciting month filled with literary adventures, I am thrilled to share with you some captivating stories from Buckeye authors. In this edition of our newsletter, we’ll be heading into the imaginative worlds crafted by Mindee Arnett, a talented young adult fantasy writer whose tales are sure toContinue reading “March 2024 Newsletter: Book Bits”
What is Ohio Book Talks?
Ohio Authors on Ohio History All of these events are free but early registration is required. Register at the links below: What Happened to Ohio’s Historic Black Settlements?”Co-Authors, and father-daughter team David Meyers and Elise Meyers Walker discuss this fascinating topic.Wednesday, December 23rd 2020 6:30-7:30 PM EST.If you missed this event you can watch itContinue reading “What is Ohio Book Talks?”