Meet the Storyteller

Children’s author Ron Kinscherf will be appearing at the Second Annual Southeast Iowa Book Fair on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at the Fairfield Arts & Convention Center in Fairfield, Iowa. The event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

This year’s fair is expanding into a two‑day celebration of books and storytelling, bringing together more than thirty authors from across the region. Visitors can browse books, attend readings, meet authors, and enjoy a full day of literary community.

📚 Visit Ron Kinscherf’s Table

Ron will have his own table at the event, where families can:

• Meet him in person

• Discover all of his children’s books

• Ask questions, get signed copies, and enjoy conversations about reading and storytelling

With the fair’s new Children’s Book Corner — a cozy, pillow‑filled space where kids can settle in and listen to authors read aloud — Ron’s work is a perfect fit for this year’s expanded youth programming.

✨ Meet the Storyteller

Stop by his table to chat about imagination, creativity, and the joy of storytelling. Ron’s work spans two beloved series:

• The Baker’s Patio, where a colony of purple ants lives beneath the Baker’s patio and proves that even the smallest creatures can have the biggest adventures.

• Papa, Tell Me a Book, where a curious grandson asks his grandfather to spin stories about everyday objects — from blankets to ceiling fans — turning ordinary moments into extraordinary tales.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or young reader, Ron’s stories remind us that wonder can be found anywhere — even under a patio or in the hum of a ceiling fan.

🎪 Event Highlights

The Southeast Iowa Book Fair offers something for every reader:

• Children’s Book Corner with live read‑aloud sessions

• Listen‑to‑a‑Book Stage for short author readings

• Book signings and meet‑and‑greets

• Dozens of authors across genres

• A welcoming community atmosphere

• Free admission for all ages

Whether you’re a parent looking for new children’s stories, a young reader discovering books for the first time, or a community member who loves supporting local authors, this event is a wonderful opportunity to connect.

📍 Event Details

Second Annual Southeast Iowa Book Fair

📅 Saturday, August 15, 2026

🕙 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

📍 Fairfield Arts & Convention Center 200 N. Main St., Fairfield, IA

🎟️ Free Admission

📞 (641) 472‑2000

📧 info@fairfieldacc.com