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Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition

Saturday, October 3, 2026 · Portland

Black Girl Book Fair! Spooky Edition is a words & ideas event at a location the organizer announces directly on Saturday, October 3, 2026. Check the organizer's listing for ticket prices. A virtual book fair spotlighting Black voices in horror and fantasy, easy to drop into from home.

When

Saturday, October 3, 2026

Where

Portland

Cost

See listing

Best for

readers into horror and fantasy who want to discover Black authors

Energy

low

Rain plan

Indoors — rain-proof

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