The Oxford Exchange Book Fair in Tampa, FL

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I had the most AMAZING time participating in the Oxford Exchange Book Fair in Tampa, FL on April 25th!

If you have never heard of the Oxford Exchange, you definitely need to look this place up. It’s more than just a bookstore… it’s a bookstore, coffee shop, restaurant and champagne bar all rolled into one!

Here’s a look at the bookstore…

This place may not seem like much from the outside, but like a Tardis – it’s bigger on the inside!

The OE Book Fair itself was an incredibly well-attended event that featured more than 50 Florida authors… including me!

I really lucked out because all of the authors in our little “neighborhood” of the event space were so encouraging and supportive. I was surrounded by so many talented writers working in a variety of genres that I did my best to soak up all that good creative energy.

And since I know there are bibliophiles out there that need to add to their TBR lists, how about checking out the work of a few of those talented authors I just mentioned…

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If you are in need of some Science Fiction short stories, tales of Fantasy or a dose of Inspiration, please check out the work of author Bria Burton.

https://www.briaburton.com/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1Q9dxntbiItXvaX-VecSmk_L_cQix2hserWFQPgCbUweEy0na6-y_FVlA_aem_AZnQ5OXhFZAI5fhp-YdmlECLoqzKRNTTdbP0XaCida6ZaKU5kx9RVL2N72TkKlvUZ2u45D3p3lpQFnUVk9FyLH01

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Are you looking for a suspenseful prison break story with a dash of the supernatural thrown in for good measure? Then look into the work of Jacob Moon, a writer who infuses his stories with a bit of history and ton of personal experience. Here’s the link…

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Speaking of suspense, if mysteries are more your thing and you enjoy a good detective thriller, then you’ll want to read the books of Aliyah A. Symonette. Her stories will keep your mind guessing and your heart racing. Learn more by visiting this link…

https://linktr.ee/aasymonette.author?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR0RQm0oOpmPXAnl7PoOSPgq2bXmQrzesMY4VC-CmArtqcRex0_Uj9mcU7Y_aem_ASbcBYu_Kg3C2cDwBk416-Kvhc4vGTmauPeEq4TuQnBYNJQnViNM_cu6NnSFR_ygQS2tsJDzmqrUxs_SO7O8ZCby

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Writers have a really profound way of transforming heartbreak into art and author Donovon P. Rogers is one of those insightful creatives who will move you with his words. Learn more and get your copy of his collected poetry by visiting this link…

https://donovonrogers.com

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Author Jayne Lisbeth writes emotional stories about friendship and families that will move you to your core, edify your spirit and give you hope. Learn more about her books by visiting this link…

https://www.jaynelisbeth.com

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All in all, it was a fabulous night. My thanks to Laura Taylor for organizing such a well-run book fair and to the Oxford Exchange Bookstore for supporting local indie authors.

Here’s a quick video recap of the event…

For more on the Oxford Exchange Bookstore, please visit…

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I am writer and artist with a degree in art history who loves to talk to people about art. I have spent the last seven years building up The Wandering Art Historian “brand” as a way to connect with people who want to learn more about art. I give lectures and presentations and teach classes and host book club discussions with a creative or artistic connection. I also write about local artists, events, museums, and exhibitions to promote the arts in Central Florida. In 2021, I had a creative crisis. I struggled with authenticity in the art making process. I decided to make myself vulnerable and find out what a real, genuine Adrienne H. Lee artwork would look like. The process was challenging and emotional and revelatory. I learned that if necessity is the mother of invention, then authenticity is the mother of reinvention. I reinvented myself and learned an entirely new medium. The resulting artwork surprised me, and it will surprise you, too. Some people wish for a fairytale ending. For me, the fairy tale is only the beginning.