the ottawa small press book fair, spring 2026 edition: June 20, 2026

🌟 Join Us for the Ottawa Small Press Book Fair! 🌟
📅 Date: Saturday, June 20, 2026
🕒 Time: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (opens for exhibitors at 11:00 AM)
📍 Location: Main Hall, Glebe Community Centre
Address: 175 Third Avenue (at Lyon St. S), Ottawa, ON
💲 Admission: Free for the public!
💼 Exhibitor Fees:

• $25 for full tables
• $12.50 for half-tables
  (Payable to Rob McLennan, c/o 2423 Alta Vista Drive, Ottawa ON K1H 7M9; PayPal options available)

📜 This event, originally created by Rob McLennan and James Spyker back in October 1994, highlights the vibrant world of small press!
⚠️ Note: Due to limited space, preference will be given to small literary publishers. Don't forget to register early!

✨ The fair features a diverse range of exhibitors, showcasing poetry books, novels, cookbooks, graphic novels, and more. Participants include notable names like Above/Ground Press, Anvil Press, Book*hug Press, and many others!

📚 If you’d like to be included in the exhibitor catalogue, be sure to send your information by June 6.

🌐 For more info: Check out our event page or visit our blog.
📧 Contact: Rob McLennan at rob_mclennan@hotmail.com for inquiries or to reserve your table.

Let's celebrate the best of the small press from Ottawa and beyond! 🎉