What is OXIB?
The National Independent Publishing Event
Established 2020
There are 2 OXiB events for 2026 and they’re both FREE to visitors.
- Summer Book Fair
Sunday 12th – July 11am-4pm
Magdalen College School OX4 1DZ - Autumn Book Fair
Sunday 22nd November – 11am-4.30pm
Oxford Exams Schools OX1 4BG
Exhibitor tickets for the 2026 Autumn Book Fair are now SOLD OUT.
Both fairs bring together the book-buying public and the burgeoning independent creative community of small publishers & presses, established and un-agented authors, poets, writing groups, and self-published writers. A meeting place as much as a marketplace, OXIB offers a superb space for conversation, collaboration, and inspiration. Visitors can meet authors face-to-face, attend talks and readings, and hear the stories behind the stories – all FOR FREE.
OXIB offers a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where independent and alternative voices take centre stage.
Join us and discover your next favourite book.
Who will be there?
Exhibitors
Exhibitor tickets for the 2026 Autumn Book Fair are now SOLD OUT.
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Thousand Horsemen Press
Publisher
Founded in 2025, Thousand Horsemen Press is an indie publisher specialising in fiction in translation, with a particular focus on Turkish literature. Whether in translation or not, we are always in pursuit of great stories that will stand the test of time.
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April Grace
Author, Childrens' Books, Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Romance
Author of young adult fantasy books inspired by fairytales and mythology.
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Lucius Valiant
Author, Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Horror & Paranormal, Romance, Publisher
Lucius Valiant is the author of The Thornhill Vampire Chronicles, a series combining Gothic horror, urban fantasy, and a dash of dark romance.
His latest release, Fanged Panic: A Thornhill Vampire Novella (September 2026), takes readers back to Highgate Cemetery in 1969, where something is stirring among the graves…
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Ray & Caroline Foulk
Author, Event Organiser
Father and daughter have written plays, film scripts, and books together, including memoirs documenting Ray Foulk’s life as creator of the original Isle of Wight Rock Festivals: Stealing Dylan from Woodstock and The Last Great Event. They have recently published their long-awaited novel, Picasso’s Revenge, and Caroline has published her illustrated collection of humorous canine poetry.
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Eywind Books
Artist, Editors, Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Publisher
E. Beckett is a Hungarian-born fantasy author, artist, and independent publisher based in Hertfordshire, UK.
Her epic fantasy series, ‘The Moonlight Saga’, begins with ‘Moonlight’ and continues in ‘Moonsickle’, taking readers into a world of elves, humans, ancient magic, divided loyalties, and secrets that threaten to change everything. At its heart is a half-elf caught between two worlds, searching for belonging in a place where neither side truly accepts him.
Alongside writing, Beckett works as a developmental editor, mentors emerging writers, and creates original fantasy artwork, character portraits, and illustrations. She is also the founder of Eywind Books and the creator of Eywind Pages, a literary and arts magazine celebrating creative voices.
Visit her stand to discover ‘The Moonlight Saga’, meet the author, and explore her original artwork and fantasy-inspired creations.
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One Planet Abingdon Climate Emergency Centre
Event Organiser
I am a director, steering group member and volunteer of One Planet Abingdon Climate Emergency Centre located under the County Hall Museum in Abingdon Market Place.
We are implementing the climate and ecological emergency declaration made by Abingdon Town Council in 2019. We have adopted the ten principles of One Planet Living devised by Bioregional and serve Source Climate Change Coffee, the highest rated coffee by Ethical Consumer and home made cakes, soups and curries made from the best meat free ingredients.
After 5 years experimenting with volunteerism we have probably placed Abingdon on the top of the league of climate emergency centres coming out from behind the cakes to discuss the latest climate events and nature loss and recovery.
Last year we we received the prize from the Ridgeway Education Trust (the two senior schools and sixth form in Didcot) for ‘best employer’ for work in the schools on climate literacy and providing work at the CEC. We are not expecting to prevent bad climate events happening but the people in Abingdon might be more aware and prepared for the worst.

What's happening on the day?
Event Schedule
Join us on Sunday November 22nd, to discover your next favourite book at the Oxford Examination Schools, OX1 4BG.
Throughout the day we have a packed schedule full of exciting and informative sessions for all attendees.
This event is to be opened by the Lord Mayor of Oxford, Councillor Chewe Munkonge.
Where to find us
The Venue
Location
Oxford Examination Schools
75 – 81 High St, Oxford, OX1 4BG
Directions
By Car: The M40, M4 and A34 provide easy access to Oxford from London and the south. The M40 links Birmingham to Oxford from the north. The A420 and A40 approach Oxford from the west.
Parking: We are unable to offer parking for Festival events. Parking in Oxford city centre is limited. Visitors are advised to use one of the five Park & Ride systems, which are all clearly signposted from the Oxford Ring Road. The nearest car park is at St Clement’s Street, OX4 1AB.
By Bus: Oxford has an extensive network of local buses, making it easy to visit the town centre from every direction. The main Festival site is a short 5-10 minute walk from central bus stops. The closest bus stops are outside the Exam School. There are also fast and frequent bus services from central London that also stop at the venue.
By Train: Oxford has a centrally located train station with frequent and direct train services from London and Reading, as well as from Birmingham via Banbury and Coventry. Oxford Parkway station, north of the city, serves London Marylebone. The main Festival site is a 25-minute walk from the station.
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