THE ANNUAL book fair returned to Llandeilo for the fourth year on Saturday (Dec 9).
Organised by local author Christoph Fischer, the event attracted a wide range of local authors exhibiting their work and giving readings at several venues.
Since moving to west Wales with his Welsh partner, Mr Fischer has been amazed at the abundance of literary talent on his doorstep.
Over 30 local authors gathered in the Horeb Chapel and in the Shire Hall from 10:30 to 4pm to exhibit their latest books and 14 of them held workshops and readings in shops all over Llandeilo.
“Although Llandeilo has the Red Cross Charity Book Shop, the town’s literary appetite is still unsatiated and demand for books and bookish events is high,” Mr Fischer explained.
While the event is smaller than the April Lit Fest the Book Fair managed to capture its spirit by bringing the authors and their readings right into the heart of town.
From Eve’s Toy Shop, Peppercorn KitchenWare through to Deb’ Wool, The Fountain Fine Art Gallery and The Flying Goose, shops invited the authors to read samples from their work. Other shops, such as In Stitches, Chess Men’s Wear, Pinc! Flowers and the Art Works Garden Centre had visits from the Llandeilo Book Fairy, who organised a book hunt through town, adding some excitement to the advent season with a festive treasure hunt.
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