Our Books https://www.ourbooks.ca Our Books Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:45:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=5.6.8 Toronto Book Expo 2020 Celebrates Diversity and Multiculturalism https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-celebrates-diversity-and-multiculturalism/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-celebrates-diversity-and-multiculturalism/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:45:54 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2868 The 2020 Toronto Book Expo is gearing up to be one of the most substantial book expos in Canada. The literary celebration aims to not only give back to the community by tackling social issues, but it also diversifying the local community by celebrating diversity in all forms.

The Expo is set to take Toronto by storm for three uninhibited and non-consecutive days of literary merry-making. The local literary community is buzzing with excitement and for good reason. Several foreign authors and publishers are expected to make an attendance.

In line with the Expo’s aim to showcase the cultural vitality of the literary industry, the addition of foreign vendors is expected to inspire aspiring authors to write more about their cultural backgrounds.

There is no lack of cultural representation in books, yet there seems to never be enough of it. Expo-goers can expect to encounter a diverse range of titles that cater to all tastes and are designed to pique the interest of all expo attendees.

The event is expected to bring together a multitude of attendees in pursuit of knowledge and adding value to their lives. You can expect to find literary vendors, artists, innovative entrepreneurs and food vendors that are eager to share their diverse masterpieces with you.

In true multicultural nature, the Toronto Book Expo has invited a variety of authors and publishers from across the globe. Expo-goers can expect to find not only First Nations authors, but authors and publishers from Asia and other continents as well.

Among the many authors, students, academics and professors are excited to meet authors that showcase an array of intellectually piquing topics. Academic writers are expected to make an appearance and share their life’s work with thousands of attendees.

The Toronto Book Expo has aligned itself with Agora Publishing to promote self-publishing within the literary community. The non-profit organization is well known for putting the needs of aspiring authors first and valuing their success, unlike other self-publishing companies.

In addition to this several artists from different cultural backgrounds will also be making an appearance. It’s no secret that art plays a vital role in keeping the literary community alive. The practice of “cover-buying” has gone on for years and has turned the cover design into one of the most important aspects of a book.

Furthermore, a number of upstarting entrepreneurs will be showcasing their innovations for all expo-goers. Entrepreneurs are expected to showcase inventions and services that significantly add value to day to day life.

The Expo is the perfect platform for businesses and individuals to reach a wide audience eager to learn and find something new. Overall, it is set to be a completely enriching event that not only benefits the attendees, but its vendors too.

The Toronto Book Expo is the perfect opportunity for all parties to create connections within different industries. The coming together of innovative ideas and literature will benefit all parties involved.

To deliver on the Expo’s promise of premium marketing opportunities, the Toronto Book Expo’s organizers have employed the help of Freelance marketing and sales experts. Not only will these freelance experts effectively help vendors reach their full commercial marketing potential, but it will also serve to benefit the freelancers as well.

The Toronto Book Expo will provide an opportunity for all parties involved to widen their network and create personal connections on a global scale.

The Expo is not only a prime chance for individuals to promote their work, but it is also a great opportunity to bring social issues to the forefront of the conversation. Thanks to the Expo’s adamant stance on diversity, several issues will be put in the spotlight. Authors who talk about serious issues like racial and gender discrimination will be able to reach an audience eager to open their minds to every possibility.

The non-profit Expo’s mission is to bring attention to illiteracy issues in Canada. One can only hope that the success of the Expo means that illiteracy into adolescence and adulthood will be tackled more seriously and be eradicated altogether.

Vendor applications and tickets are still available for early-bird purchases on the Toronto Book Expo website. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of literary history and improve the literary community’s vitality.


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Toronto authors get alternative bookstore to Amazon https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-authors-get-alternative-bookstore-to-amazon/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-authors-get-alternative-bookstore-to-amazon/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:42:54 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2865 Authors in the Toronto area are buzzing with excitement over the new kid on the block—Ourbooks.ca. The new online bookstore provides local authors and publishers alike with an opportunity to reach a wide audience and tap into professional marketing expertise.

The online bookstore is presented as an alternative to Amazon and is expected to empower authors to pursue their passion for writing. The non-profit platform will allow authors to experience a significant increase in visibility and will further allow them to take charge of their work.

The platform is revolutionizing the literary trade by allowing authors and publishers to create accounts to handle their marketing. The platform will allow authors and publishers access to premium marketing opportunities that they can adjust according to their needs.

The community-driven online bookstore is expected to outshine Amazon in terms of helping books be discovered more effectively. In addition to that, the online bookstore is focused on providing authors with a platform that will allow them to succeed in the literary industry.

It is a known fact admitted by Amazon that only forty out of hundreds of thousands of authors succeed on their platform. That statistic is highly unbalanced and only serves to deter aspiring authors from actually publishing their work.

When you think about it, there is bound to be a severely untapped pool of aspiring authors who never reach their potential due to this. Writing a book is an incredibly time-consuming task and to know that you could be among the hundreds of thousands that won’t succeed is enough to scare even the most brilliant minds.

Fortunately, Ourbooks focuses on the needs of all authors. This means that you are more likely to receive attention on this platform compared to others. Online bookstores certainly aren’t new; there are a variety of brick and mortar bookstores that have adapted to the digital age.

That isn’t to say that authors should completely throw in the towel when it comes to walk-in bookstores. Although struggling, walk-in bookstores are still a vital part of society. Online bookstores simply broaden the horizon and allow shoppers a more accessible way of shopping for their next book haul.

There are plenty of reasons why Ourbooks is a platform that authors are getting excited about. However, none are more excited than self-published authors who receive the lowest statistical rate of succeeding in the literary industry. That is, of course, not to say that you won’t succeed in the literary industry if you self-publish. If we look back in recent years, there has been a dramatic increase in self-published books succeeding.

Perhaps—at least in part, it can be attributed to self-publishing companies like Agora Publishing that provide its authors with the best marketing opportunities and guide to publishing correctly.

The digital age has not only made it more convenient to shop, but it has also allowed authors to be more easily noticed and recognized in the industry. Thousands of bookworms are open to trying new things and if authors would only align themselves with establishments that have their best interests at heart, literary success would be just a breath away.

If you’re a self-published author, it would make more sense to sell your book on this platform compared to Amazon. Yes, Amazon has its own self-published books company; however, it does not focus on your needs as much as Ourbooks does.

A quick overview of the website and its functions will show you that you will be able to take the reins in every aspect of your book. It works similarly to Etsy wherein you have complete control over your product.

Often, authors find themselves unsuccessful because the distribution of their work is not as they have envisioned. This is especially true when being published traditionally. Most of the time, an author’s work is resplendent yet when it doesn’t fit the vision of the publisher, it will be altered.

These alterations cost so much of the book’s true essence that oftentimes these books go unnoticed. That is, of course, not to say that traditional publishing companies are ineffective—they certainly are, it is just something that happens all too regularly and leads to great disappointment to some authors.

Despite numerous competition, it is high time Canada releases a highly competitive platform for authors and publishers alike to reach a wide audience and have full control over their marketing potential. One can only hope that the revolutionary new online bookstore inspires more authors to come out of the woodwork and follow their passion.

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Toronto Book Expo 2020 Helps Authors with Self-Publishing https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-helps-authors-with-self-publishing/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-helps-authors-with-self-publishing/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:40:19 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2862 Self-publishing companies are now a dime a dozen. You will find them everywhere you go and while there are a handful of really good ones, most self-publishing companies do not care about how your book turns out. For this reason, many writers are always doubtful about self-publishing.

To curtail this problem, the Toronto Book Expo is supporting the literary community in Canada, by hosting a book fair that encourages and allows established and aspiring authors to pursue their goals through self-publishing.

The Toronto Book Expo is sponsored by Agora Publishing and a handful of other companies. Unlike many self-publishing companies that you will come across, Agora Publishing provides an unlimited amount of helpful information for aspiring self-published authors. The company offers countless workshops and informational guides to self-publishing to fully prepare writers for the challenges of self-publication.

The goal of the Toronto Book Expo is to encourage and enable authors and aspiring authors to pursue their goals through self-publishing. In true support of the literary community, the Toronto Book Expo has made sure that authors—whether published or aspiring, are aware of companies like Agora Publishing.

The event aims to introduce a better path toward publishing your work using reliable self-publishing companies like Agora Publishing. The presence of the self-publishing service will inspire aspiring authors to take a shot at self-publishing.

Aspiring and established authors alike are advised to book a ticket immediately and apply to be an author at the Toronto Book Expo in 2020.

The literary industry is very competitive and even though hundreds of thousands of books are self-published regularly, a lot of these books face failure on a daily basis. What are the chances that your book would stand out in the midst of millions of books already available on bookshelves globally? The only way to improve your chances would be to work with a reliable self-publishing company.

Of course, there is always the choice of going to a traditional publisher with your book. However, you must be aware that there is only a small chance that your work would get selected to be published by a traditional publisher. Many authors wait years before their work gets published—if at all. In the chance that your work is published by a traditional publisher, you would lose a lot of control over what happens to your book after publishing.

Traditional publishers have been known to reject perfectly good books, based on the fact that the author is unknown or that the author’s views do not align with those of the publishing company. Traditional publishers also often limit an author’s rights to their work. This includes creative authority from the book’s cover to the way it is promoted and most importantly, royalty from book sales.

Self-publishing provides a solution to these problems posed by traditional publishing. When publishing with Agora Publishing, the writer is given complete creative control over the work on top of being able to retain all the rights to your intellectual property.

What are you waiting for? Book your ticket to the Toronto Book Expo and get a chance to have a one-on-one chat with the self-publishing professionals at Agora Publishing.

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New Entrepreneurs Get Excited over Toronto Book Expo 2020 https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/new-entrepreneurs-get-excited-over-toronto-book-expo-2020/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/new-entrepreneurs-get-excited-over-toronto-book-expo-2020/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:37:36 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2859 Entrepreneurs are buzzing with excitement as the 2020 Toronto Book Expo draws nearer. Several promising entrepreneurs have applied for vendor status and all of them have something to prove: that their product/service is valuable to the community.

Entrepreneurs from everywhere you can imagine are expected to flock to the Toronto Book Expo for the chance to showcase their unique inventions and services. Several vendors have already snatched a spot on the vendor list and are highly anticipating the opportunity to reach hundreds of expo-attendees to display the value of their innovation.

It’s no secret that the Toronto Book Expo sits on quite possibly one of the best commercial marketing opportunities any business can encounter. The Toronto Book Expo has enlisted teams of volunteers to ensure that the Expo is as successful as possible.

It’s clear that the Toronto Book Expo’s benefits extend to all parties involved. These  include vendors, expo-organizers, attendees and marketing specialists alike. There is certainly so much to learn from spending a day immersed in human ingenuity and innovation.

The Expo aims to build a stronger community among all parties involved in the Expo. This includes camaraderie between vendors. The Expo encourages vendors to support one another by creating friendships, bonds and personal connections to last for many years.

There is, of course, a certain benefit to creating connections with fellow vendors during the Expo. One might say that the only way to succeed in the industry is to equip yourself with a long list of people to support your work.

This is especially true now that we are in the digital age. Support comes in many forms but it has become increasingly easier for people to help in expanding your audience with the tap of their screens.

The Toronto Book Expo provides the ultimate platform for entrepreneurs to not only gain a large list of potential clients but to also gain a solid team of supporters.

One of the best things about participating in Expos is that entrepreneurs are able to create personal connections with potential clients. Creating a personal connection is vital in any business. It solidifies your humanity and would appeal to certain people, especially if you have the chance to personally share your story with them.

The Toronto Book Expo is expecting to truly revolutionize the way society sees book fairs. After all, one of the results of reading books is having an open mind. Most innovators pick up books daily. The Expo aims to inspire aspiring authors or dormant innovators to “come out of the woodwork” so to say and explore their passion and talent.

Educating is not new for the Toronto Book Expo. Several academic authors are expected to be in attendance alongside newly minted inventions designed to improve and add value to daily life. In fact, the Expo’s main mission is to completely eradicate illiteracy.

Illiteracy remains a big problem in Canada. This is especially true if you look at the fact that some of those who are illiterate in society are well into adolescence and adulthood. The Toronto Book Expo aims to bring awareness to this fact and gain support in their mission to eliminate illiteracy.

There are several drawbacks to having illiterate members of society. Among the most obvious is the fact that they are unable to read about their rights. Most of them are unable to secure a job that goes beyond meagre tasks designed to keep them at minimum wage.

A truly prosperous society is one that is highly educated and provides opportunities for everyone equally. The Toronto Book Expo believes in opening doors for people who are illiterate and allowing them the chance to learn how to read and write to give them better opportunities in the future.

After all, great minds need no further barriers other than implementing and promoting their work. Just imagine the untapped pool of innovative and valuable inventions, services and literary work that remained undiscovered simply because its main brain was unable to read and write.

The Toronto Book Expo continues to welcome applications for new entrepreneurs who would like to share their innovative inventions. If you or anyone you know would like to share their life’s work, visit the Toronto Book Expo now.



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Toronto Book Expo 2020 still accepts applications from publishers https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-still-accepts-applications-from-publishers/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-still-accepts-applications-from-publishers/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:34:58 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2856 Publishing companies from across the globe are coming together to participate in the 2020 Toronto Book Expo. The Expo is actively accepting applications from publishing companies who would like to be part of the multicultural literary celebration.

The Toronto Book Expo is the ultimate culmination of multiple cultures across literary works. Publishing companies can expect to see a wide array of bookworms from different cultural backgrounds searching for something to add to their ever-growing to be read pile.

Publishing companies will be able to immerse themselves in different cultures. The immersive nature of the event will ensure that publishers and authors alike come out with a new insight into various culture’s literary industries.

The literary industry is dynamic and competitive. There are hundreds—if not thousands, of books published every month around the world. If players in the literary field are not careful, they risk falling into the pit of a stagnant business.

Of the various works published each month very few are blessed with the opportunity to touch thousands of readers’ lives. Events like the Toronto Book Expo enables publishers to look at the market first-hand and make apt decisions regarding future published work.

It isn’t uncommon to see mainstream publishing companies getting all the attention. That’s because the literary industry thrives on recognition. It can be incredibly hard to grab someone’s attention if you’re an unknown publishing company—much less an unknown author.

The logic behind recognition is that the literary world is mainly controlled by recommendations from fellow readers. The soaring prices being slapped on books make it increasingly difficult to convince readers that your book is worth their while.

The key component to gaining recognition is to turn your publishing company—and consequently your authors, into recognizable names. This can be achieved in a variety of ways. Publishing companies often employ the help of book reviewers to get the word out, however, that can be a difficult move to make.

Sending out books for review doesn’t always guarantee that you’ll get a review in time or at all. Some book reviewers rarely put non-mainstream books at the top of their list.

The best way to guarantee organic exposure is to partake in book fairs like the Toronto Book Expo. Participating in fairs that celebrate the literary industry afford publishing companies the chance to make personal connections within the literary community.

There are a variety of ways publishing companies can create a memorable experience for bookworms visiting their booths at the Toronto Book Expo. Games and exclusive freebies can be given for every in-Expo purchase of books. Publishing companies should get creative.

Bookworms love it when they feel like the publishing company thinks of them and their needs. It establishes a connection that ensures bookworms about publishing companies caring beyond the sale of their books.

Publishing companies who prioritize culturally-diverse authors and topics are well aware of the struggle to effectively find an audience for their books.

Generally, adult romance genres do better than most others. It can be difficult to ensure a non-niche book success. Book fairs like the Toronto Book Expo remove these barriers.

Bookworms will attend simply to search through every pile of books they can find. Unlike in a bookstore setting, publishing companies will be able to make personal recommendations and interact with bookworms to convince them to try more books.

The beauty of book fairs is that despite not making a sale, you will still fund success in spreading the word for your books. Some bookworms may not end up purchasing titles right away but they will surely be able to recognize you and your authors in the future.

The Toronto Book Fair is the perfect event for publishing companies. Spend the day building friendships and connections within the literary industry and effectively grow your business and following in the process.

There is a multitude of bookworms that will be in attendance and among them, writers and aspiring authors. Who knows? You might find the next big author to add to your client list.

If you are a publishing company and are interested in taking part in this year’s celebration of multicultural literature, apply to be a vendor at the Toronto Book Expo now.

Slots are flying fast and the early bird rate is almost gone. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of Toronto’s literary history.



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Toronto Book Expo 2020 invites First Nations authors https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-invites-first-nations-authors/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-invites-first-nations-authors/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:30:46 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2853 The 2020 Toronto Book Expo aims to successfully diversify the local literary community by featuring authors from the First Nations. The multicultural event will inspire aspiring authors from every culture around the globe and is expecting several First Nations authors to sign up for vendor status.

First Nations authors rejoice! In its aim to diversify the literary culture in Canada, First Nations authors are being invited to join the Toronto Book Expo.

The Expo will be the ultimate display of multicultural literary diversity. The addition of First Nations authors can only be seen as a great step toward showcasing the cultural vitality of Canada’s literary community.

If you’re sick of literary festivals focusing on the same set of mainstream authors, then the Toronto Book Expo is the perfect literary event for you. The Expo aims to shine a spotlight on grassroots-oriented authors who are in need of a commercial boost.

The multicultural event will bring together lesser-known authors and publishers together. Supreme commercial marketing skills from the team behind the Toronto Book Expo will be employed to give authors and publishers the chance to boost their following.

It’s no secret that it can be difficult to sell a book if the author isn’t known in the community.  As a general rule, authors who have slight recognition will sell better compared to authors that aren’t as recognizable.

The same can be said for publishing companies and authors that aspire to be published traditionally. Most traditional publishing companies will consider publishing work from authors that already have a small following.

The preference makes sense if you look at it from a bookworm perspective. Often, when browsing books in a bookstore, you would tend to pick up titles from authors that seem familiar. Most of the time, you pick up titles recommended to you.

The truth is, it can be incredibly difficult to get the word out about anything—much less, books. The Toronto Book Expo will provide authors and publishers with the opportunity to create a personal connection with potential readers.

Personal connections with potential readers are important in establishing your work in the literary community. The most effective form of marketing is done through word of mouth and book recommendations.

Financially, it makes sense. No one wants to risk buying a book if they’ll end up hating it. Book prices are skyrocketing and there’s only so much money that can be spent on trying out books you might end up not enjoying.

First Nations authors and authors who tackle a diverse range of social and cultural issues in their books often have a hard time reaching an audience. The Toronto Book Expo will allow authors to reach out to potential readers and customize their approach based on different bookworms.

The Toronto Book Expo is also the perfect place to gain new friendships and connections within the literary industry. The literary industry is highly competitive and in turn, dynamic. Surrounding yourself with players in the same field will enable authors and publishers alike to gain vital knowledge to keep up with the literary industry.

Joining in the Toronto Book Expo will also enable vendors access to related events that will be organized throughout the year. This means that a whole year of premium commercial marketing without you having to worry about applying and reapplying to multiple events.

Gaining valuable knowledge and experience as a writer will help you in your goal to become a full-time author. The literary industry is highly dynamic and competitive which means you need connections to keep you updated on new writing trends and techniques.

Keeping yourself up to date will only serve you well in your pursuit of literary success.

The Toronto Book Expo will be held across three non-consecutive days of grand literary celebration. The Expo will promote multicultural diversity and tackle social issues that are often avoided in literature.

In the ultimate showcase of Canada’s literary vitality, the Toronto Book Expo will shine the spotlight on multicultural and First Nations authors, artists and publishers.

The Toronto Book Expo’s mission of eradicating illiteracy in Canada needs support from bookworms, authors and publishers. Participate in the celebration and raise awareness of adolescent illiteracy issues in Canada.

Show your support by participating in the food dive by bringing in non-perishable food or making an online financial pledge or donation. Purchase your tickets now before they run out and apply to become a vendor in the multicultural literary event of 2020.


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Toronto Book Expo 2020 gears up for a March rendez-vous https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-gears-up-for-a-march-rendez-vous/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/toronto-book-expo-2020-gears-up-for-a-march-rendez-vous/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:28:04 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2850 Are you a book lover? Maybe you’re not just into reading but you’re a writer as well. Or perhaps you’ve made it your business by venturing into book publishing. It doesn’t matter how you connect with books. If the literary world intrigues you, drives you, and is vital to your life experience, the idea of a book fair must be as inviting to you as a breath of fresh air.Therefore, you’ll be happy to know that the not-for-profit Toronto Book Expo has come into existence.

As one of its leading organizers, Canadian Business Daily works hard to make this three-day event an experience to remember for all participants, be it the exhibitors representing the Canadian book publishing industry or the authors looking to find a new audience or build a professional network. And even if you are neither a writer nor a publisher, you can still visit the book fair as a general reader and immerse yourself inCanada’s expanding literary community from the country’s diverse cultural backgrounds,including the LGBTQ communities.

Everyone knows the most famous names in Canadian writing, especially those authors who have achieved international renown. But Canadian authors are not limited to Margaret Atwood, Yann Martel,and Alice Munro. Who are the new writers in Canada today? What platforms are in place for them to showcase their talent so that they can also have the opportunity to somedayjoin the list of luminaries like Dionne Brand and L. M. Montgomery? The Toronto Book Expo is the best place to find out.

The Toronto Book Expo is a great place to be an exhibitor, whether you are an author or a publisher. Following on the success of our last grand event, the Ottawa Book Expo of October 2019, we anticipateit will be a similarorganizational success that opens a channel of communication between the writing and publishing communities while promotingthe exposure and publicity of new literary works and forging business connections that will last far beyond the scope of a single-day event.

Those of you who had the good fortune to attend the Ottawa Book Expowill need no more encouragement to sign up for the Toronto affair inMarch. And for those of you who missed that opportunity, thisis your second chance … and it promises to be bigger and better than the Ottawa Book Expo in terms of scope and potential for success.

For those uninitiated into how such a book expo can showcase your workand what sets it apart as one of the best trendsetting book fairs in Canada, it perhaps will suffice to say that the Toronto Book Expo plans to incorporate some of the most appreciated and acclaimed events that the Ottawa Book Expo participants experienced and enjoyed.

All the authors and publishers taking part in the expo will be interviewed at their booths for Agora’s YouTube channel, which you can check out here. And by participating, you will also be included in the Toronto fair catalogue of exhibitors in a yearbook-style promotion of books with covers and publishers with portfolios, similar to the catalogue from the Ottawa fair following the October event. The authors participating in the event, along with aspiring writers unsure how to get their works published, can also get some quick guidance on self-publishing by checking out Agora Publishing’s services to learn how it can benefit your literary endeavours.

The popularity and potential of theToronto Book Expo is evident in the fact that the book fair is open to all participants, whether locally from Toronto, from other parts of Canada, or even from around the world.Applying to be an exhibitor is a simple process.

But what if you are unable to be physically present? No problem. You can still be part of the Toronto fair by applying for the virtual book expo.

Furthermore, check out the featured book section in the online portal of the Toronto book fair. The website is not just all about how to create your exhibitor profile by online application, or how to become a media partner or get involved as an educational or community organization partner.In fact, the Toronto Book Expo can be the ideal platform to promote literary works through book reviews and article posts.

Are you geared up for a fantastic experience and ready to become a part of the Toronto Book Expothis coming March? If you have not yet applied to be an exhibitor at the book fair, do so today and get to know the difference you can make to yourself and other participants by taking advantage of the cultural platform that this not-for-profit book fair provides.

We’ll see you at the York University Student & Convention Centre at 15 Library Lane for the Day 1 events on March 19, the Bram and Bluma Appel Salon Facility on the second floor of the main Toronto Reference Library near Yonge and Bloor Streets in downtown Toronto on March 21 for Day 2, and the internationally famous Roy Thomson Hall to cap Day 3 of the expo. And who can tell — perhaps enrolling as an exhibitor at this book fair will be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for to take your career as an author or a publisher to the next level!

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Ottawa Book Expo 2020: Restaurant Vendors Can Now Apply https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-expo-2020-restaurant-vendors-can-now-apply/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-expo-2020-restaurant-vendors-can-now-apply/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:25:46 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2847 The 2020 Ottawa Book Expo is expected to usher in an era of culinary tourism to the Ottawa area. To make this possible, restaurant vendors are encouraged to apply and to become a part of what could possibly be the biggest literary event in Canada.

Over 200 vendors are expected to participate in the historical literary expo. Among those, local restaurants who are all eager to showcase their culinary masterpieces with the masses.

The Ottawa Book Expo is providing local restaurants with an opportunity to reach hundreds—if not thousands, of expo attendees all in one place. The Expo will give vendors access to not only bookworms but foodies as well. Hundreds of foodies are expected to flock to the expo to sample the best food that Canada has to offer.

It’s clear that the Ottawa Book Expo presents a prime commercial marketing opportunity for all vendors involved. It isn’t getting any easier to promote local restaurants. However, with the help of the Ottawa Book Expo, local restaurants will have the opportunity to serve foodies who are actively looking for their next favourite restaurant.

You may be concerned about the number of vendors present. However, the Ottawa Book Expo has employed the help of professional marketing and sales experts to provide an equal opportunity for all vendors to reach their full marketing potential.

All you really have to worry about is serving your food fast enough to cater to hundreds of these hungry expo attendees. Due to the nature of this inclusive Expo, most of the attendees will be there solely to sample what local restaurants can serve them. Hundreds of foodies on the hunt for delicious food and a new restaurant to promote will be swarming your booth every day of the Expo.

The Ottawa Book Expo is truly revolutionary. Its partnership with Smoque Shack to launch the Great Canadian Barbecue which will be held alongside the Expo itself is expected to spearhead an era of culinary tourism to the Ottawa area.

Much like New York, the Ottawa area is expected to be turned into a melting pot of different cultures through culinary masterpieces. There is already an assortment of cultures that can be found in the Ottawa area. However, that is expected to double as talented chefs and experienced restaurateurs from all over the world prepare for the opportunity to cash in on Ottawa’s culinary future.

Of course, it would only serve to benefit local restaurants to be a part of the event that makes this happen. Not only would restaurants gain valuable exposure but they would also gain experience in serving a multitude of clients within a short span of time.

The Ottawa Book Expo’s Great Canadian Barbecue has also organized multiple all-singles events and a local foodie group on the Meetup website. The foodie group is geared toward individuals who share the love of barbecue, food and beer. The Great Canadian Barbecue hopes to encourage food lovers across Canada to come together in support of the historical event.

Due to the efforts of the team behind the Great Canadian Barbecue, it is safe to say that hundreds of foodies will be joining in the festivities solely for the purpose of supporting the local food culture. Food and culture go hand in hand and it is incredibly important to keep the vitality of the culinary community thriving.

The Ottawa Book Expo’s mission for cultural diversity goes beyond featured authors and publishers. The organizers are encouraging chefs and restaurants who serve food from other cultures to apply for the Expo. In addition to this, the Expo is also welcoming restaurateurs and chefs who prioritize Canadian cooking.

There is no lack of benefit for all parties involved in the Ottawa Book Expo. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of Ottawa’s history by participating in what could be the biggest literary event in Canada.

The possibilities are endless and the expo attendees are ripe for the picking. Reach an audience you never could have imagined and fulfill your part in keeping the cultural vitality of the Ottawa area alive. Apply to be a vendor now on the Ottawa Book Expo website. Early bird rates are still applicable. However, vendor slots are running out fast. Don’t miss the chance to be a part of Ottawa’s culinary history.

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Ottawa Book Fair: Big crowds expected for Great Canadian Barbeque in July and June 2020 https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-fair-big-crowds-expected-for-great-canadian-barbeque-in-july-and-june-2020/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-fair-big-crowds-expected-for-great-canadian-barbeque-in-july-and-june-2020/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:24:09 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2844 You just don’t write a great book, and not show it to the world. Neither does anyone ever cook up a great feast, and not invite people to eat it. For this reason, Smoque Shack and the Ottawa Book Expo are collaborating to deliver a real Canadian feast alongside an exhibition of literary resources this 2020.

The Ottawa Book Expo featuring the Great Canadian Barbecue will go on for a total of four days and are encouraging grassroots-oriented authors to step up and be a part of the local celebration. The events would hold on June 7, July 24th-26th at the Horticultural Building in Lansdowne Park.Tickets are nearly selling out, and big crowds are expected at the event.

The book expo would be geared towards celebrating local talent exclusively, and unlike other book expos before it, this event is bringing along the Great Canadian Barbecue to celebrate Canadian roots. Many book expos aim at promoting already established authors, thereby ignoring new talents who have little or no prior exposure, however, the Ottawa Book Expo celebrates the local pool of literary genius that has previously gone unnoticed. This way, new authors do not have to struggle so much to gain an audience, for their work.

One of the reasons why a lot of self-published books fail to thrive in the industry is the lack of publicity and common ties in the literary industry. The Ottawa Book Expo is borne out of a desire by independent literary businesses to fight to keep the literary culture in local Canada alive. It can be very discouraging to see local work disregarded while mainstream authors are celebrated regularly. Getting a chance to mingle with potential readers and fellow authors to allow you to sell your book upfront. This gives your book a better chance than when they’re just being sold at a bookstore.

The Great Canadian Barbecue offers an early bird rate of $89 per day. This consists of at least one portion of each delicious Canadian favourite served by Smoque Shack.  At the event, you will get to sample the various tapas-style dishes offered by Smoque Shack alongside all-time barbecue favourites like pulled pork sliders, jerk chicken egg rolls, brisket served on a crustini with horseradish mayonnaise and two bones of pork ribs.

Asides these many barbecue favourites, Smoque Shack would be providing one meal serving each of Smoque Shack’s signature Smoqued favourites:  Andouille sausage corn dogs and skewered shrimp. There will also be plates of cornbread with Jalapeno infused cheddar butter, mini mac and cheeses and various surprise feature dishes available.

Once you purchase a ticket for the Great Canadian Barbecue, you will be able to mingle alongside each other and enjoy a day full of literary and culinary sensations. So whether you are a foodie or a reader or both, the Ottawa Book Expo 2020 is the perfect place to be this year. To participate; please head on over to the Ottawa Book Expo website and register for this opportunity of a lifetime.


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Ottawa Book Expo 2020 – Authors, Publishers look forward to a top-notch Canadian book fair https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-expo-2020-authors-publishers-look-forward-to-a-top-notch-canadian-book-fair/ https://www.ourbooks.ca/2020/01/27/ottawa-book-expo-2020-authors-publishers-look-forward-to-a-top-notch-canadian-book-fair/#respond Mon, 27 Jan 2020 06:22:05 +0000 https://www.ourbooks.ca/?p=2841 Diversity has always been a complex issue, no matter where you look.Case in point, world-famous writer, Stephen King, has recently come under criticism for his views on diversity. The best-selling author had stated, “I would never consider diversity in matters of art, only quality. It seems to me that to do otherwise would be wrong.” Many criticized the novelist as being out of touch and “ignorant,” but one cannot deny that King’s opinions on diversity, mirror the thoughts of a whole lot of people in the creative industry.

The Toronto Book Expo is coming back in 2020, with a multi-cultural concept that aims to include marginalized authors.  The Expo intends to celebrate literary works of diverse cultural backgrounds, and the entire literary community in Canada is expectant. Book-lovers and writers alike, are invited to three days of uninhibited literary celebration where diverse cultural works will be prioritized. At the event, authors will be allowed to share their culture with a broad audience. The audience will be there specifically to purchase multi-cultural works.

Multicultural literary expos do not come every day. In Canada, there is a noticeable lack of literary events celebrating other cultures. This leads to a significantly lower amount of cultural diversity in the industry. The Toronto Book Expo would aim at giving more recognition to these marginalized voices. Understandably, more recognizable work will be prioritized.

The Toronto Book Expo is making a statement that diversity is needed in the literary community. The statement is truly motivating, especially if you consider the fact that this could mean more culturally diverse works of literature.

There is a lot of noticeable cultural ignorance in literature. This is an issue that needs to be addressed and books are one of the best means of improving multi-cultural diversity in literature. The Toronto Book Expo is going to fully utilize books to fight ignorance in the literary industry.

Real progress cannot be made if there is a substantial amount of ignorant people in the industry. In spite of advancements made in education in recent years, there is still a considerable percentage of adults who remain unable to read and write.The Toronto Book Expo aims to bring awareness to social literacy issues such as illiteracy.

It is important to uphold high literacy levels in the community and to support those who are uneducated. A thriving society cannot be achieved if the community is not able to read their civil liberties and write down their grievances.

The major foundation of a working and dynamic society is entrenched in literature. Literature offers us an understandingof the changes being made to our community.

The event would go on for three days at three different venues. Day 1 would hold at the York University Student & Convention Centre at 15 Library Lane on March 19. Day 2 would be held at the Bram and BlumaAppel Salon Facility on the second floor of the main Toronto Reference Library near Yonge and Bloor Streets in downtown Toronto on March 21 and day 3 of the expo would take place at the internationally famous Roy Thomson Hall.


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