Writer’s Fair 2026
The Innisfil ideaLAB & Library is hosting a Writer’s Fair on Saturday, October 24, from 10-2pm at the Lakeshore Branch at 967 Innisfil Beach Road.
Browse books, meet local authors, discover new voices, chat about their work, and find something new to add to your reading list. Come support local authors and discover the stories being written right here in our community.
2026 Participants:
Cameron Allie
Jennifer Britton
Marsha Canham
Leslie Chipre
Rebecca Christo
Heather Down, Wintertickle Press
Lee Downer
Amanda Giasson & Julie B. Campbell, Perspective Books
Wendy Gilligan
Roshni Grover
Bruce Hanson
Joan Johnston
Shanise Ling
Beverley Neilson
Hannah Petlock
Amanda Richer
Melanie Rodgers
P.L. Stuart
Preeti Teolis
Diana Tinney
Are you an aspiring writer looking for some helpful hints before starting your next project? Drop by the Writer’s Fair for this free session with editor Brenda Chin.
Before You Type the First Chapter
Join Brenda Chin to learn everything you need to know before you start writing the next great Canadian novel.
About the Presenter
Award-winning editor Brenda Chin has worked in the romance industry for more than 35 years. After many years with Harlequin, Belle Books, and Entangled, now, Brenda is a freelance editor, working with numerous Indie authors, as well as taking on larger scale projects.
Adults | Free | Drop-in Lakeshore: Saturday, October 24, 11am-12pm
Interested in even more event for Writers? This November, check out the Build-a-Book Writing Program:
Have a great idea for a book? Learn how to craft a bestseller from a publishing industry professional. Join Brenda Chin, award-winning editor, on a six-week journey that will teach you how to construct a page-turning story that editors won’t be able to turn down.
Brenda Chin has worked in the romance industry for more than 35 years. After many years with Harlequin, Belle Books, and Entangled, Brenda is now a freelance editor, working with numerous Indie authors, as well as taking on larger scale projects.
Lakeshore Branch: Wednesdays, 6-7pm
Six week program beginning November 4
Adults & Seniors | $50 for the session
Local Author Submission
If you are a local author in Innisfil with an active library card, you can apply to have your work in our collection. To find out more information, click here.