FAQ & Contact

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where can I get the most frequent updates on A Book Affair?

The best source of information for A Book Affair is through our Facebook page linked above. We are constantly updating and posting on there to keep everyone up to date with all the newest updates and information. If you ever have a question, we are also available by email through the email provided above. That is the only  email associated with A Book Affair.

• What is A Book Affair's AI policy?

A Book Affair organizers believe that AI should not be in any creative works, this includes books and art. We try our best to screen all authors or AI use as we do not promote this in the book community. We feel it takes away the hard work and money that other authors attending have put into their books and marketing. We look through the provided social links on the application to search for generative AI use for book marketing materials, book covers, book and editing and promotional products. If you have found definitive AI use on an attending persons that we did not catch, please feel free to reach out to us through email and social media links so we can take the proper action. We are not perfect at spotting AI use as it constantly evolves, but we try our very best. We are always open to being educated and adapting to new ways to find AI usage.

Authors who do utilize AI: Please don't hestiate to reach out to us. We can provide tools and resources for cover artists, graphic designs, marketing materials, etc. Let's keep books in the hands of fellow humans and continue supporting artists. The very best thing about books is that it's created from the mind of a person, imaginations run wild and we get an exclusive look into some astounding minds. We want to see YOUR mind, YOUR creativity, and YOUR passion, not AI's.

• Are tickets required to attend A Book Affair?

Yes, tickets are required to attend A Book Affair. General Admission is only $5 and tickets can be purchased online under the tab of the event year you're interested in or at the door on the day of the event.

• How do I become an attending author or vendor for A Book Affair?

We are always excited to welcome new authors and vendors for ABA! Applications can be found on our socials or under the tab of the event year you're interested in above. Applications close once all spots are filled but you are always welcome to email us anytime and be added to the waitlist.

• Are there any plans to have A Book Affair anywhere other than Fort Wayne?

While we intend to always host A Book Affair in Fort Wayne, we do hope to expand into other areas of Indiana, Ohio and Michigan in the future. If you'd like to request we come to your area, email us to let us know!

• How many vendors and authors take part of A Book Affair?

A Book Affair 2026 had just over 60 indie authors and bookish vendors. We do plan on expanding a few spots outdoors but currently 2027 is facing the same numbers. We do hope to possibly grow A Book Affair to a two-day event in 2028 to accomodate even more authors and vendors for the book community!

• Where is A Book Affair taking place?

A Book Affair 2027 is scheduled to take place in the same buildings (3 &4 + Pavilion 5) at the Allen County Fairgrounds in Fort Wayne, Indiana. These buildings provide A/C and indoor restrooms. They are also handicap accessible. 

• Are there food options at A Book Affair?

Yes! We have food trucks as well as a few outdoor food vendors. We also have free water stations for attendees to help combat the summer heat, stay hydrated and enjoy the day.