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  • 2026 National Year of Reading
  • Oxford Indie Book Fair

    Keeping publishing independent

    November 22nd 2026

  • 2026 National Year of Reading
  • Oxford Indie Book Fair

    Keeping publishing independent

    November 22nd 2026

  • 2026 National Year of Reading
  • Oxford Indie Book Fair

    Keeping publishing independent

    November 22nd 2026

    What is OXIB?

    The National Independent Publishing Event

    Established 2020

    There are 2 OXiB events for 2026 and they’re both FREE to visitors.

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    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.

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    Who will be there?

    Exhibitors

    Final tickets for the 2026 Autumn Book Fair will be live from Friday 11th September 2026 at approximately 5pm. 

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    Sarah Downing

    Sable Dragon

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    Author of character-driven dark fantasy about human bonds formed in adversity shaped by folklore, ecological realism and history. Sarah spent a decade studying Traditional English Martial Arts in order to write better fight scenes.

    Latest book ‘Flesh and Blood’ releases 6th October.

    Vampire Richard Dawes has spent years trying to outrun the monster he fears he is. When he wakes beside the bodies of three murdered strangers with blood on his lips and no memory of the night before, he is convinced he has once more crossed the line.

    Ecologist Samantha Woods returns home to find her family slaughtered in what police believe was a vampire attack. When suspicion falls on her late father, a renowned vampirologist, Samantha sets out to clear his name.

    To uncover the truth, the woman searching for her family’s killer and the man who believes he is that killer will have to work together.

    And with calls for a nationwide vampire cull intensifying, exposing what really happened may be the only way to stop it.

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    Tim Owen

    T D Owen

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    GILLES OF BEC AND THE CAGE FULL OF BIRDS by T D OWEN

    An historical novel and mystery set in 12th century Oxfordshire and Berkshire.

    The Cage Full of Birds is story of real people who lived and struggled in The Anarchy of twelfth century England; a stirring tale of self-discovery, the triumph of hope over doubt and, ultimately, of good over evil.

    REVIEWS

    ‘I have been devouring A Cage Full of Birds! I love it, truly! The characters are so well drawn,
    and Gilles shines through like a Candide.’

    ‘Such detail, characters, description, pace… brilliantly done.’

    ‘What a dance you’ve done there, so good. You made the landscape and period integral
    to the reading experience, not just the characters and plot.’

    ‘The descriptive passages are very lyrical and beautifully evocative of their local settings.’

    ‘Great suspense building and humour too. I have laughed out loud at many places.’

    TIM OWEN is an historian, author, public speaker, teacher and battlefield tour guide with a flair for the dramatic.

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    John Mair

    Johh Mair is a local Oxford resident. He is a former BBC producer and director.

    Since ‘retiring’ he has edited sixty six (66) books mainly on media matters (including the BBC), UK politics and the oil boom in Guyana where he was born. In 2026 his published books have been LETTERS TO MATT BRITTIN, THE NEW BBC DG, IN SEARCH OF EL DORADO, A HISTORY OF RUM IN GUYANA AND A NEW EDITION OF THE INSPECTOR MORSE GUIDE TO OXFORD. He is currently working on OIL DORADO:EDITION 8 and a big project on Politics and the people :a disconnect? Both for publication in 2027. He runs My Jericho which has put on 350 events in the last decade.

    More details at myjericho.co.uk
    His email address is john mair 100@hotmail.com

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    Mario Coelho

    Mario Coelho – Illustrator

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    Mario Coelho is a award wining children’s book illustrator based in Oxford with several mainstream picture book publications including with the prestigious Oxford University Press and several independent publications with the very well known and acclaimed children’s poet John foster.

    Very recently I have worked alongside the great illustrator Korky Paul for a publishing project with Epic Tales where we both illustrated several titles.

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    Luigi Kohli

    Luigi A Kohli

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    Luigi A Kohli is an author of historical fiction whose work explores themes of faith, justice, power and identity in the ancient world. Following a successful corporate career, he turned to writing and spent years researching the historical, political and cultural landscape of the First Century AD. His award-winning “Aletheia” series combines historical scholarship with epic storytelling inspired by one of literature’s most enduring narratives.

    Born in London to Italian and Indian parents in 1965, Luigi Kohli met his Lebanese wife in 1990. They have two children.

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    Panjeree Publications Ltd

    Panjeree Publications Ltd

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    Panjeree is a leading and trusted name in Bangladesh’s publishing sector. Since its journey began in 1994, it has expanded from educational books into diverse areas of publishing, combining experience with a modern approach to serve readers of all ages.

    Panjeree has already achieved distinction in publishing creative works, particularly in children’s literature. Realising the importance of the young readers, we have been successfully publishing reference books, novels, poetry books, comics, travelogues, classics in translation for the juveniles that have created a culture of reading among them.

    Our commitment to publish quality books has received wide acclamation. Crossing the borders, Panjeree has already earned commendation as a result of our endeavor to expand our market and activities in India, the UK and other parts of Europe, the USA, Australia, and few other countries.

    Our contributors include distinguished academics, researchers, award-winning writers and editors, supported by experienced in-house editors and proofreaders. Panjeree also operates an extensive distribution network and PBS, its international standard bookshop chain, which organises year round book fairs all over the country.

    As we work towards becoming a global name, we remain committed to UNESCO’s ‘Books for Everyone’ and the Bangladesh Government’s ‘Education for All’, promoting a future where passion for reading drives social progress.

    Oxford Poetry Slam

    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.

    Who's Speaking?

    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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