Local Author Book Fair 2023
Friday, June 23 – 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
All of the authors featured below will be at the Salida Library book fair during ArtWalk. Meet the writers, buy a book & get it signed, and enter a book raffle. See you there!
Thomas Carpenter
Author of The Hundred Halls, a multi-series contemporary fantasy universe set in the world’s only magical academy.
Steve Chapman
Historian and author of the ‘Salida Sam’ historical book series and the Salida Walking Tours biographical series.
Linda Ditchkus
Author of the paranormal Sasquatch series that follows P.I. Dylan Cox on his journey to solve mysteries and uncover his heritage.
Barbara Ford
Poet Barbara Ford joined forces with artist Roberta Smith to create this unique offering that was recently nominated for a Colorado Book Award.
Jean Gabardi
Author of the Phoebe Korneal mystery series set in the high country of Colorado.
Mark Irwin
Author of ten collections of poetry, many of his works have appeared in nationally recognized magazines.
Lynda La Rocca
An award-winning poet who creates a compelling poetic and melodic discourse from the persistent cravings and fears inside of each of us.
Laurel McHargue
Author of the fantasy trilogy series Waterwight and numerous other books.
Jan Pratt
Author the children’s book series Amaleigha and the short story book Brave Kids.
M.L. Rowland
Author of the Search and Rescue mystery series featuring Gracie Kinkaid.
Carol Samson
Short story writer of introspective fiction.
Arlene Shovald
Frequent contributor to the Mountain Mail and author of fiction and nonfiction books.
Thordis Simonsen
Creative nonfiction writer, visual artist, and founder of Salida’s Museum of Authenticity.
Richard Smith
Photographer and science fiction series writer.
Linda Taylor
Local music director and author of this book about a woman who goes home to heal her past.
Amy Turner
Freelance editor and historical fiction author.
Cary Unkelbach
Writer of Heartbreak Kennel which was a Colorado Book Award finalist.
Monica Young
Author of a book for caregivers, which contains intergenerational advice on aging parent relationships.