Hamilton East Public Library expands Local Author Fair into weekend-long celebration of writing

The Hamilton East Public Library (HEPL) has announced the expansion of its annual Local Author Fair into a full weekend of literary events, offering opportunities for both writers and readers to connect, learn, and celebrate storytelling.

Writing Workshops for All Experience Levels
Saturday, April 18

The weekend kicks off on Saturday, April 18 at HEPL’s Noblesville Branch, 1 Library Plaza, with a series of engaging writing workshops designed for writers and aspiring authors of all ages and experience levels, covering topics like creative storytelling, self-publishing, and common writing pitfalls. Participants are encouraged to register for workshops through the library’s online events calendar.

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Local Author Fair (Free Community Event)
Sunday, April 19

HEPL’s Local Author Fair returns from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 19 at a new offsite location: the Hamilton County Fairgrounds Exhibition Center, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. This free, open house-style event welcomes readers of all ages to meet and support local authors from across central Indiana. Nearly 70 authors and literary organizations from Fishers, Noblesville, Carmel, Westfield, Cicero, Indianapolis, and beyond will be present with books available for purchase and signing. Attendees can explore a wide variety of genres, including picture books, mystery and thriller, romance, science fiction, biography, local history, self-help, and more.

Guests can also enjoy giveaways, including book bundles and other prizes throughout the event.

“We’re excited for the return of this annual event showcasing the talent of local authors,” HEPL Systemwide Program Coordinator Allison Kartman said. “Our service area within Hamilton County, and Indiana at large, has many gifted writers, some of whom have self-published and others who have launched their works through traditional publishing houses. The HEPL Local Author Fair provides a unique opportunity to engage directly with nearly 70 authors and literary organizations as you support local storytelling. During the event, you can purchase books for yourself or as gifts, network with other authors, ask them about their writing inspiration or process, and learn more about their journey to publishing.”

For more information and to register for workshops, visit hamiltoneastpl.org.

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