The Indie Author Book Fair is back in Barwon Heads for its second year of showcasing books written by independent authors.
Barwon Heads Community Hall will host the free and fun family day out on Sunday January 12 from 9am to 1pm.
Organiser Kristine Fitzgerald said the fair was a good opportunity for people to chat with independent authors, with 13 more writers being showcased than last year.
“We’ve got 35 authors from across Victoria showcasing their books, so I’m hoping it’s going to be a really great day,” she said.
“There’s no expectation to buy. People can come, browse, see what they like and get to know the authors. We’re happy to chat and speak to customers.
“I’m looking forward to interacting with the other authors and I love it when you see customers’ faces when they really love your book. That’s a moment when all the hard work that you’ve put in is worth it.”
Ms Fitzgerald said being an independent author allowed her to have more of a say in her book and that the fair was a great chance for aspiring authors to learn more about getting their works published.
“You can give as much feedback as you want on the cover design and layout, and you don’t have the strict rules that you can sometimes have with a traditional publisher,” she said.
