We have 11 Days to the 2nd Annual Mall Crawl Book fair, and we do still have a small number of spaces available. Also, apologies on the URL issues in last month's update- we should have caught them all for this edition. |
Join Us August 15 for the Mall Crawl Book Fair Looking for your next favorite book?
The Mall Crawl Book Fair returns on Saturday, August 15, from 10:00 AM–5:00 PM at Superstition Springs Center in Mesa. Admission is completely free, making this the perfect opportunity to: Meet local Arizona authors Discover independent publishers Find unique books and gifts Support the local literary community Enjoy a fun family outing Whether you're searching for fantasy, mystery, romance, poetry, children's books, or nonfiction, you'll find something new to take home.
Bring your friends, bring the family, and spend the day exploring Arizona's vibrant book community. |
Celebrate Halloween with books, community, and a few delightful scares at the Haunted Library at Bookmaze Mesa, a two-night fundraiser benefiting the Mesa Book Festival.
Inside Bookmaze, the store will be transformed into a haunted library where guests can wind their way through eerie stacks, mysterious rooms, and literary surprises inspired by the spooky side of storytelling. Admission is $5 per person, and children ages 12 and under receive free admission with an accompanying adult.
Outside, local Arizona authors can register to be a part of a festive Trunk or Treat, decorating their vehicles for Halloween while handing out candy, meeting readers, signing & selling books, and celebrating the season. Families can enjoy a safe and memorable Halloween experience while discovering talented local authors and supporting Arizona's literary community.
On Friday, October 30, the Mesa Public Library Read Runner Bookmobile will be on site with books, library resources, and literacy activities for visitors of all ages. Because of preparations for the Mall Crawl, we moved registration for Trunk and Treat spots to August 8th. |
Important Update: For vendors that may not be able to acquire insurance for the event, Anthology has provided a waiver alternative for 2026. Read more about that here.
Join hundreds of readers, authors, publishers, artists, and literary organizations at the 2026 Mesa Book Festival, taking place December 5–6, 2026. The Mesa Book Festival has become one of Arizona's signature celebrations of books and storytelling, featuring author presentations, panels, workshops, exhibitors, and thousands of visitors over two exciting days.
Vendor registration is now open, and early registration provides the best opportunity to reserve your preferred exhibit space. Whether you're: -> An independent author -> A small press -> A bookstore -> An artist with a literary tilt -> A literary nonprofit -> A writing organization we'd love to have you join us. |
Build Your Future with an Anthology Internship |
Looking for meaningful experience that goes beyond the classroom? Anthology is now accepting applications for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 internships. Interns work alongside experienced nonprofit and publishing professionals while gaining hands-on experience in areas such as: -> Event planning -> Marketing and social media -> Community outreach -> Volunteer coordination
-> Website content -> Public relations -> Book festival operations -> Nonprofit administration Interns also help organize major events including the Mesa Book Festival, Mall Crawl Book Fair, and other community literacy initiatives throughout the year.
Whether you're studying communications, marketing, business, nonprofit management, English, education, or simply want practical experience, an Anthology internship provides valuable skills while helping strengthen Arizona's literary community. |
Help Us Keep Arizona Reading |
Anthology is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening Arizona's literary community through festivals, educational programs, community events, and opportunities that connect readers, writers, and creators. Every donation—large or small—helps us: Present free community events Support local authors Expand literacy programs Create educational opportunities Grow Arizona's literary culture
Keep our events accessible to everyone If you've attended one of our events, discovered a new favorite author, or simply believe books make stronger communities, we invite you to consider supporting our mission. Together, we can continue creating places where stories—and the people who tell them—can thrive. Thank you for helping build Arizona's literary future. |
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