ABAA Fairs

47th Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair

47th Boston International Antiquarian Book Fair

The Boston Book Fair is the annual fall gathering for book lovers and collectors, featuring the top selection of items available on the international literary market.
57th California International Antiquarian Book Fair

57th California International Antiquarian Book Fair

The California International Antiquarian Book Fair returns to San Francisco in 2026! This three-day event features fine and rare materials from around the globe, including manuscripts, first editions, illustrated books, ephemera, maps, and autographs, as well as antiquarian books on a vast array of topics.
66th New York International Antiquarian Book Fair

66th New York International Antiquarian Book Fair

Universally referred to as the world’s finest antiquarian book fair, the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association of America’s (ABAA) New York International Antiquarian Book Fair (NYIABF) will return in April 2026.

Non-ABAA Fairs and Events

Books in Boston

A Celebration of the Book: Used and Antiquarian Books, Antique maps, Ephemera

Northampton Antiquarian Book, Ephemera, and Book Arts Fair

Rare booksellers, paper Americana specialists, and book artists, including hand bookbinders, fine letterpress printers, and small press publishers from New England and the mid - Atlantic states will convene to exhibit, sell, and schmooze at the popular two-day fair. Come browse the fair. There is something interesting and unique to take home for all attendees on any budget.

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Gauguin's Model

Gauguin's Model

Today's entry has to do with the way Tahiti looked to Gauguin, but it is also about colleagues, and buying things, and about surprises – about whether or not they...

Editing Shakespeare

Editing Shakespeare

Editors have sought to make Shakespeare's works more accessible since the first Folios. We showcase some of the best and worst of these projects, and highlight some controversial new attempts...