BISHOP HILL, Illinois—Authors representing a wide range of genres, from children’s books, history and young adult novels, to romance, mystery, memoir, poetry, and horror, are participating. The line-up

includes 20 local authors: Allen McCaulley, Amanda McNeill, Carol Paur, Dan Moore, David Gullstrand, Debra Borys, Grace McCormick, Jacob Mundy, Jannifer Powelson, Jill Ryan, Karen Musser Nortman, Lea Anne Guettler, Mary Davidsaver, Matthew Marchand, Mike Bayles, Nadine Roth, Sharon Meisenheimer, Robert Glaser, Sue Rovens, and Thomas McKay.

This book fair is designed to offer something for everyone. For book lovers: This is a day to meet and greet local authors, hear them discuss their recent work, and support them in their artistic endeavors. The event is free, and books will be available for purchase. Authors will be happy to sign and personalize their books.

For young authors: Hear about the life of real writers from actual authors! Collect autographs and add to your growing stack of books to read. Explore writing ideas and walk away inspired to pursue your dreams!

For teachers and librarians: Meet some of your favorite local authors and book author visits to your school or library. Pick up some fun ideas to inspire your students to want to read and write more fluently.

For aspiring authors: visit with local authors to help learn more about writing, publishing, and promoting your works.

There is no fee to attend, and a portion of the book sales will go to support Cultural Crossroads Connections, a nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating Henry County and the surrounding area through live music and the arts.