Curious about what goes on at local author fairs and how you might participate in one? BWW published authors Georgann Prochaska, Janet Souter, and Dorothy Winsor offer advice and insight after their recent participation at the Schaumburg Library Local Author Fair.

How does a local author get included in this type of fair?

Georgann: Research. Look up the library website and also type “author fair” after the library’s name. Look for author fairs a library may have had in the past. Call them to see if they will be having a future fair. Ask to be on their list if they do. Decide how far you want to travel. Check out libraries well in advance.

Janet: I’ve learned about fairs mostly by word of mouth. I found this website, but so far it only lists book fairs in the South through March 2022: https://www.bookreporter.com/book-festivals.

Dorothy: I search for author fairs online. Also, I ask BWW friends. Continue reading →