M - Sm Author & Craft Locations
Booth 25
Booth 36
Al O’Connor is the author of An Adventure of Adventures, a collection of autobiographical stories celebrating a lifetime of outdoor exploration, humor, and unexpected journeys.
A retired civil engineer and geologist, Al is passionate about wildlife conservation and farmland preservation, actively supporting organizations like the Washington Waterfowl Association and Ducks Unlimited.
Living on his small farm in Washington with his family, he continues to enjoy hunting, fishing, woodworking, and tending the land he loves.
Front Lawn #4
Oregon Public Broadcasting (OPB)
is an independent, nonprofit media organization sharing stories that connect, inform, and inspire communities across the Pacific Northwest.
Through trusted journalism and engaging programs, OPB explores the people, places, and issues that shape our region’s past, present, and future.
Powered by member support, OPB delivers fact-driven reporting and diverse voices to help build a more informed and connected community.
Booth 33
Booth 30
Step into the gripping world of The Dark Road, a psychological thriller that takes readers on a suspenseful journey through the subconscious.
When two strangers are trapped in a metaphysical realm after a car accident, they must face the terrifying demons of their past.
Author Kathleen Rhodes weaves a tense, emotional story of survival, redemption, and confronting inner darkness.
Booth 8
Website: Elizabeth Roderick, Author/Editor
Elizabeth Roderick’s The Hustle is a gritty LGBTQ+ romance wrapped in a pulse-pounding psychological thriller.
Follow Liria, a young woman battling addiction and danger on the streets of Vegas, where love and survival collide in unexpected ways.
With raw emotion and unforgettable characters, Roderick’s Other Place series shines a spotlight on society’s outcasts and the hope they fight to find.
Booth 4
Gretchen Brandenburg McLellan is a children’s author and reading specialist whose heartfelt stories celebrate resilience, friendship, and the joys of childhood.
Her books, including When Your Daddy’s a Soldier, No Party Poopers!, I’m Done!, and Button and Bundle, gently guide young readers through life’s big feelings and changes.
Inspired by her own life experiences, Gretchen’s warm and relatable stories offer comfort, laughter, and encouragement to children and families alike.
Booth 38
Booth 2
Gina A. Mercado is a storyteller and poet who explores the beauty of language and the power of words to capture emotion and meaning.
Through her short poems and stories, she shares her love of learning and invites readers to see the world with fresh curiosity.
For Gina, writing is both a creative outlet and a way to connect with others through shared experiences and discovery.
Booth 35
Linda Mercury is a Pacific Northwest author who creates bold, imaginative fictional worlds filled with compassion, connection, and intimacy.
A former librarian, historian, and professional clown, she now writes paranormal romance and thought-provoking blog posts on history, feminism, and intercultural understanding.
Whether crafting sexy supernatural adventures or exploring deeper truths, Linda’s work celebrates love, honesty, and bringing people together.
Front Porch 4
Martin Middlewood is the author of Hidden History of Pearson Field, uncovering the fascinating stories behind one of the nation’s oldest continuously operating airfields.
A longtime journalist and history columnist for The Columbian, Martin brings decades of storytelling experience to life, highlighting the people and events that shaped the Pacific Northwest.
When he's not writing, he enjoys teaching Yang-style Tai Chi and helping others discover the rich history of Clark County.
Front Tent 6
Jeff Monday is a Portland-based author of 12 books, including the Story King Chronicles, a trilogy exploring how the stories we hear shape the choices we make.
With a sharp wit and a love for tall tales, he writes from the spaces between what we say and what we mean, crafting worlds that feel both familiar and fantastical.
Whether sliding down glaciers or spinning yarns on cocktail napkins, Jeff invites readers to embrace the stories that make us who we are.
Learn to Plot
Workshops 1pm & 2pm
Books available at Information Booth w/booksigning
Angela M. Sanders is the author of the Witch Way Librarian Mysteries, where magic, murder, and mischievous cats collide in small-town Oregon.
In Bait and Witch, librarian Josie Way discovers she’s a witch—and solving a murder may be the only way to save her library and her life.
At the fair, Angela will also be leading two engaging workshops: Basic Plotting and a Live Plotting Session, perfect for writers looking to craft stronger stories.
Booth 17
Amanda Shelley writes contemporary romance stories that offer the perfect escape—some sweet, some steamy, all filled with heart and relatable characters.
With 22 titles to her name, her books explore love, family, and life’s unexpected turns.
When she’s not writing, Amanda enjoys family adventures, cheering on her kids, and exploring new places with a chai latte in hand.
Front Porch #2
Vicki Shelton weaves a suspenseful tale in Murders in the Cascades, where amateur sleuth Biodina d’Angelo uncovers a decades-old mystery sparked by a shocking confession.
As she follows the clues, Biodina exposes a web of fraud, missing persons, and a second murder tied to the glamorous music world.
With sharp intuition and determination, she navigates suspects ranging from a jealous wife to a starstruck performer.
Booth 33
Dawn Shipman is the author of The Lost Stones of Argonia, a YA fantasy series filled with adventure, magic, and heart.
A lifelong storyteller and horse enthusiast, she weaves her love of nature and imagination into every tale.
Based in the Pacific Northwest, Dawn writes to inspire young readers to embrace courage, friendship, and the power of possibility.
Front Tent #5
Website: NorthwestWisdom.org
R.G. Shore is the award-winning author of http://www.northwestwisdom.orgThe Ocean Inside Me, a powerful spiritual memoir about healing racial trauma through meditation and inner transformation.
Written from his experience as a person of color in a predominantly white prison, Shore shares a raw and inspiring journey of facing pain, embracing his identity, and finding freedom within.
He is also the founder of Northwest Wisdom, a nonprofit dedicated to helping others heal their own spiritual wounds.
Booth 20
Storm Smith’s The Spiral is a supernatural horror thriller where generational trauma takes on a terrifying, living form.
As Odyssa unravels her family’s dark connection to an ancient cult, she must confront nightmares that blur the line between past and present.
This chilling tale of ancestral horror and psychological suspense asks: can you escape what’s written in your blood?