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Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest 2026

June 27, 2026 • Clark College, Vancouver, WA

Days to Go!

Meet 70+ Authors

Discover new voices and local favorites.

Free Workshops

Learn about writing, publishing, and media.

Family Fun

Enjoy crafts, art, and kid-friendly activities.

😀 See This Year’s Lineup

Meet the authors, artists, and local vendors bringing stories, creativity, and community spirit to the 2026 Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest.

Feedback from the 2025 KXRW Northwest Book Fair

Wow! What a fabulous event! I had a wonderful time and was truly blown away by attendance and organization etc. you’ve done an incredible thing here.

The Northwest Book Fair is an event I now eagerly anticipate every year. It's wonderful to see so many talented local authors gathered in one place. It's a privilege to be a part of this outstanding event each year.

The 2025 Northwest Book Fair was such a wonderful way to not only meet new readers in person, but to meet other local authors and get inspired. It is the perfect place to broaden (and brighten) your literary horizons. J. W. Julian, Author and Illustrator of Ebby the Magnificent.

Whether readers came for the fantasy worlds, historical adventures, or the heartfelt memoirs, there was something for every age bookworm. I had a great time and look forward to more book adventures in the future.

Celebrating Northwest stories, creativity and connection

The Fair is Growing!

The Northwest Book Fair has always been about bringing readers and authors together. In 2026, we’re taking it a step further.

📚Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest

In 2026, we’re adding a separate but valuable “media fest” where books, radio, podcasts, film, and television come together.

Join us as we celebrate the future of storytelling in the Northwest.

The KXRW Northwest Book & Media Fest is where authors, readers, and families celebrate books and community.

With workshops, PNW writers, creators, and family-friendly activities, the fair inspires a love of reading while strengthening connections across Vancouver and the Northwest.

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Clark College in Vancouver, Washington

📚 Meet 60+ authors • Free workshops • Family-friendly fun • 🎉 Local books, kids’ activities & giveaways — FREE ENTRY

Full List of Authors & Vendors in 2025

Register for a Workshop

Only 30 spaces are available for each workshop. Register to save your spot!

💬 Workshops are free, but donations to KXRW 99.9 FM (the nonprofit sponsor) are always appreciated to help us keep local events and radio going strong!

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Art with Paper Workshop

Garden Collage Workshop

21 Seats Left

With Joellen Holmes – local artist and creative educator.

Time: 10:00 am – 10:55 am

Workshop Conference Room

Use decorative papers to create your own artistic garden scene • all materials provided.

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Cartoon Basic Fun

Kid’s Drawing Workshop

16 Seats Left

Led by Aron Steinke – author and illustrator of Mr. Wolf’s Class

Time: 11:00 am-11:55 am

Workshop Conference Room

Ages: 6-12

Learn to draw your own cartoon characters with simple shapes and fun expressions!

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Five Phases of Writing

Five Phases Writing Workshop

15 Seats Left

Abigail Raeke – author, book coach and developmental editor. Learn More

Time: Noon – Noon to 12:55 pm

Workshop Conference Room

Master the five key phases to turn your novel or memoir from idea to finished draft.

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Scheme & Dream

Intro to Plotting Workshop

6 Seats Left

Intro to Plotting for Writers Learn More

Presented by Angela Sanders, best-selling mystery author and writing instructor.

Time: 1:00 pm – 1:55 pm

Workshop Conference Room

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See it in Action

Live Plot a Mystery Workshop

27 Seats Left

Live Plotting Session (Bonus Session)

Time: 2:00 pm – 2:55 pm

Angela Sanders will give a live plot demonstration

Featuring bestselling mystery author Angela M. Sanders

Scholastic author/illustrator Aron Steinke

Carl Wolfson former radio host, stand-up comic, and author

Gretchen McLellan beloved children’s author

— plus 60+ more

🎟️ Reserve Your Spot!

Free entry! Pre-register to receive updates, schedule alerts, and fun fair reminders.

Click Here for List of Many More Great Authors and Craft Vendors

Saturday, July 18, 2026

10am - 3pm

Clark College - Gaiser Hall

Need more information? Call or text at (360) 949-0829 or email me at pat@northwestbooktalk.com or patricia4j@gmail.com