Northwest Book Fair

06/12/2026

Okay - Just so you know . . . Mary Boone will be giving a FREE workshop at the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fair . . . besides having her books for sale . . . and you can listen to the wonderful interview I had with Mary on Northwest Book Talk earlier this year. https://northwestbooktalk.com/mary-boone-childrens-nonfiction-author-northwest-book-talk-interview/

Well, this was unexpected but most appreciated!

"This list celebrates acclaimed children's books published in 2025. Each year, committee members review over 6,000 books, and ultimately choose a small percentage of those submissions for inclusion. In choosing books for the annual list, committee members consider literary quality and excellence of presentation, as well as the potential emotional impact of the books on young readers."

Many thanks to Bank Street Library and Bank Street Center for Children's Literature

You can find the entire list here: https://tinyurl.com/heftnf3e

06/12/2026

These books showcase local history. 😊

Many other books take place in the Pacific Northwest including fiction and memoir.

Our event truly sparks local creativity and pride.

06/11/2026

📖 Take a sneak peek inside the official 16-page program for the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest!

Discover authors, workshops, panels, children’s activities, filmmakers, podcasters, radio creators, and so much more — all coming together for one exciting community celebration of stories and creativity.

✨ Start planning your day now and see what’s waiting for you!

📍 FREE Admission
📚 Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest
🎙 In partnership with KXRW 99.9 FM

Tag a book-loving friend and make plans to come together!

06/09/2026

Look at our BIG ad in the Columbian! Very exciting!

The Columbian is one of our major supporters for the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest!The Columbian

06/08/2026

✏️ Love comics, creativity, and visual storytelling?

Join Craig Orback at the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest for a fun and inspiring workshop connected to Born to Draw Comics, the story of Charles “Sparky” Schulz, creator of the beloved Peanuts comic strip.

Discover how childhood doodles, imagination, and perseverance helped shape one of the most beloved comic worlds ever created.

Whether you’re an aspiring artist, lifelong doodler, teacher, parent, or simply grew up loving Snoopy and Charlie Brown, this workshop offers something special.

🎨 Workshop included with FREE admission!

📍 Clark College – Gaiser Hall
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕙 10 AM–3 PM

06/07/2026

📚 Looking for magical stories, adventures, and books your kids will love?

Bring the family to the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest and meet wonderful children’s authors, illustrators, and storytellers from across the Pacific Northwest!

✨ Picture books
✨ Early readers
✨ Middle grade adventure & fantasy
✨ Young readers & family fun

Meet the authors, discover new books, ask questions, and inspire a lifelong love of reading.

📍 Clark College Gaiser Hall – Vancouver, WA
📅 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟 FREE Admission

Who was your favorite childhood book author? Tell us below! 📖❤️

Learn more at NorthwestBookFair.com

06/05/2026

✨ Love fantasy, dragons, magic, and epic adventures?

Step into worlds of mystery, magic, and imagination at the Fantasy & Adventure Author Panel during the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest!

Meet talented fantasy authors, hear about their creative worlds, discover new books, and enjoy a lively discussion about storytelling, adventure, and what inspires unforgettable characters.

📚 Saturday, June 27
⏰ 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 Clark College Gaiser Hall, Vancouver WA
🎟 FREE Admission

Bring your curiosity—and maybe leave with your next favorite fantasy read.

👉 Learn more at NorthwestBookFair.com

06/05/2026

📚 Love Cozy Mysteries?

From charming small-town secrets to page-turning suspense, meet mystery authors at the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest!

✨ Meet local and Northwest authors
📖 Discover new books
💬 Talk with writers in person
🎤 Workshops & author panels

📍 Clark College – Gaiser Hall
📅 Saturday, June 27
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
🎟 FREE Admission

Which cozy mystery would you bring to the beach this summer? 🌞📚

05/27/2026

Another great author you can meet at the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest! 😀

I’m looking forward to visiting Vancouver WA on June 27 for the northwest book fair. I’ll have the Starship Cat series, plus all my other books available. If you’re nearby, I hope you’re able to attend this fun event!