Rochester Hills Public Library & Rochester Writers host the fourth annual Rochester Author Fair on Small Business Saturday, November 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Booklovers from across metro Detroit can delight in finding new authors, meeting with favorite writers, and perhaps catching some writing inspiration of their own at the fourth annual Author Fair hosted by Rochester Writers and Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL). This popular local literary event takes place in the library’s Multipurpose Room from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Small Business Saturday, November 26, as part of Downtown Rochester celebrating local small businesses.
Twenty Michigan authors will be on hand to discuss their books and love of writing. The event features a mix of traditionally published and indie published authors, with a variety of genres including Adventure, Mystery, Romance, Fantasy, Historical, Memoir, and more for readers of all ages. This event is free and open to the public.
“Each year gets better and better,” said Michael Dwyer of Rochester Writers. “We’re delighted to once again collaborate with the Rochester Hills Public Library to bring authors and readers together. The Rochester Author Fair puts local authors in front of area residents to meet in person, talk about the stories in their books, and to autograph their books – a signed book makes a wonderful holiday gift.”
“Public libraries not only encourage reading but also provide experience-based learning opportunities to foster productivity and creativity,” said Juliane Morian, library director. “RHPL has a number of writer programs … the Rochester Author Fair is one way RHPL inspires reading and lifelong learning by connecting writers and readers within the community.”
Featured authors Include
- Suzanne Jacobs Lipshaw – Waterford
- Rhonda Accardo – Northville
- Donovan Neal – Commerce
- Lisabeth Posthuma – Huntington Woods
- A. Kidd – Berkley
- Grayson McKinney – Rochester Hills
- Kate MacInnis – Clarkston
- Patricia Montemurri – Dearborn
- Donald Levin – Ferndale
- Natcole Staskiewicz – New Baltimore
- Catherine Ulrich Brakefield – Leonard
- Linda Solomon – Birmingham
- Jon David – Macomb Township
- Kathy Kalmar – Macomb
- Wendy Thompson – Bloomfield Hills
- Fred Buchalter – Troy
- Marci Grossman – West Bloomfield
- Natasha Hughes Smith – Auburn Hills
- Shelly Edwards Jorgensen – Clarkston
- Erik Bean – Farmington Hills
Rochester Writers
Rochester Writers serves local authors and freelance writers by hosting groups, contests, and conferences. Their events are family-friendly, available to all ages, and open to new writers, working journalists, and published authors.
Rochester Hills Public Library
Rochester Hills Public Library is located at 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester, MI, and serves to provide lifelong learning opportunities, instill a love of reading, and offer equal access to information. The library serves as a community town square where visitors enjoy innovative ways to learn and socialize through a variety of programs, including an annual summer reading challenge, parent-child workshops, and weekly lectures. The library’s expansive and user-friendly database allows its cardholders to use eBooks, movies, and music downloads, language and genealogy services, tutor.com, and consumer reports at no cost.
Photos, by Michael Dwyer, are from the 2021 Rochester Author Fair