Spooktastic Haunted Book Fair Brings Dark Reads and Macabre Merch to Creative Cafe

FLINT, Michigan — Readers who like their stories a little cursed can browse the free Spooktastic Haunted Book Fair on Saturday, October 17, from noon to 3 p.m. at Creative Cafe, 3318 Corunna Road.

Marketed as a “grown-up” take on the childhood book fair, the event targets fans of dark and paranormal romance, horror, haunting histories, and fantasy.

Eighteen local authors, artists, and book vendors will be on hand to chat with shoppers and sign books. Beyond books, visitors will find bookmarks, stickers, jewelry, handmade journals, and other macabre merchandise. The first 25 people through the door will receive a free goodie bag. New this year, raffle tickets will be available, with prizes awarded at 2 p.m.

Participants include authors Kelli Storm, Jaime Johnesee, Rachel Ann Hubert, Roxanne Rhoads, Melodie Bolt, Martha Allard, J.A. Flanagan, JNae Wilcox, Sara Mack, Hope Daniels, Nevah Ann, Kenya Moss-Dyme, and K.D. Ellis, along with Hallowed Hues, R&B Used Books of Grand Blanc, Blackened Ruby Jewelry, Dragon’s Roost Press, and Faeriepapers.

More information is available on their Facebook event page.