Photo of Arizona authors sitting at tables and visiting with library customers during the 2025 Local Author Fair at Burton

Meet Arizona Writers at Phoenix Local Author Fair

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The Phoenix Public Library will host the annual Local Author Fair on Saturday, November 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Burton Barr Central Library, featuring more than 100 Arizona authors. The free event, held on the second floor, connects readers with local writers across fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, and children’s literature, with books available for purchase and signing.

The fair is the culmination of the library’s Call for Local Authors, an initiative that showcases Arizona’s writing community. Authors selected for the event are added to the library’s Approved Partner & Presenter List, where they may be considered for future programs. Some submitted books may also be used as raffle prizes for the Phoenix Public Library Foundation’s annual fundraiser, Dinner in the Stacks, or sold and gifted through the Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.

Meet over 100 Arizona authors at the Phoenix library

Event Details

The Local Author Fair takes place annually on the first Saturday of November to align with the Local First Arizona Fall Festival. This year, it will be held on Saturday, November 7, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the general area on the second floor of the Burton Barr Central Library. The event is open to all ages and offers a chance to discover new stories, find creative inspiration, and connect with Arizona’s literary community.

Author Participation

More than 100 local authors will participate in the fair, representing a range of genres including fiction, nonfiction, poetry, memoir, and children’s literature. The authors span various career stages, from emerging voices to established storytellers. Visitors can meet the authors, browse their books, and purchase signed copies directly from them.

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Library Initiatives

The fair is part of the Phoenix Public Library’s efforts to highlight Arizona’s writing community. Through the Call for Local Authors, the library selects participants who gain the opportunity to showcase their work and meet readers. Selected authors are added to the library’s Approved Partner & Presenter List, which may lead to invitations for other library programs throughout the year. Some books submitted for the fair may also be used as raffle prizes for the Phoenix Public Library Foundation’s Dinner in the Stacks fundraiser or be sold and gifted through the Friends of the Phoenix Public Library.

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