Now in its fourth year, the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest brings together authors, media creators, and readers from across the Pacific Northwest.
Founded and directed by Patty Grasher
The Northwest Book & Media Fest celebrates stories, creativity, and community across the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2022 by Vancouver author and radio host Patty Grasher, the Fest connects authors, podcasters, and media creators with readers of all ages.
Now entering its fourth year, the Fest continues to grow—bringing together over 90 exhibitors for a full day of workshops, author signings, and live storytelling at Clark College’s Student Center.
In 2025, the Fest partnered with KXRW 99.9 FM Vancouver, the city’s independent community radio station, to expand its reach and celebrate even more Northwest storytellers.
“When I started the festival, my dream was to give authors and readers a space to meet face-to-face — to celebrate stories, ideas, and the people behind them.”
— Patty Grasher
Meet the Founder — Patty Grasher
Patty Grasher is a Vancouver-based author, publisher, and radio host dedicated to elevating Northwest voices through books, broadcasting, and live events. She hosts Northwest Book Talk on KXRW 99.9 FM, where she interviews writers, editors, and book professionals throughout the region.
In 2022, Patty founded what is now the Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest to give authors and readers a welcoming, community-driven alternative to large commercial book fairs. Her background in publishing, event coordination, and marketing helps make the Fest a vibrant celebration of local creativity.
Alongside her festival work, Patty is the author of the Explore Vancouver Washington guidebook series and publisher of USAVancouver.com, a website highlighting the city’s cultural life and creative spirit.
🎧 Listen to Patty on Northwest Book Talk
While authors and books remain the central focus,Each year, authors and creators share their stories — from children’s adventures to Northwest history, cookbooks, and beyond.
From simple turn the page picture books to action-packed adventures for middle school readers.
Look for ghostly walks and unexplained mysteries. Spiritual and Physical Self-help and don't miss the new Vancouver and Clark County local guidebook.
For mystery addicts here are a few new choices to delight and solve.
Explore the Northwest by local historians
Anything can happen between these pages so dial up your imagination and get ready for mystical, magical surprises.
This year we have a new entry! Cookbooks! All locally authored by cooks and chefs and more of the Northwest.
Join us for a day celebrating books, media, and Northwest creativity.
The Northwest Book & Media Fest was founded and is directed by Patty Grasher, in partnership with KXRW 99.9 FM Vancouver.