Queerlastic Book Fair

We’re bringing back the magic of our childhood Scholastic Book Fairs, but making it queer! Now, we’re bringing it to Sarasota.

The Queerlastic Book Fair, at the Fabulous Arts Foundation's 925 Maddox Gallery, takes place Saturday, Sept. 19, noon to 4 p.m.

Who didn’t love perusing the stacks of books — while also getting out of class — those colorful newsletters they sent home the week beforehand, and, most importantly, discovering your next favorite read?

Our Queerlastic Book Fair series revives that ‘80s and ‘90s book fair energy as a celebration of LGBTQ+ literature, creativity, and community.

Browse tables filled with books from local independent booksellers, meet LGBTQ+ authors from across the region, and discover artwork, zines, prints, stickers, and other creations from talented local artists and makers.

Vendors include:
R. Greg Adams
Bookish & Bonita
The Chandelier Queer
Kim Cressell
Apollo Infiniti
Literary Labyrinth
Pages & Perks
El Pueblo Unido Tampa Bay
SRQ Reads Queer Lit Group
This Bookstore Kills Fascists
Lisa Wilkes

Vendors can sign up by making a $25 donation to Fabulous Arts Foundation, our host, and can bring up to a 6-foot table.