John W Partington

Ottawa Book Expo

This curated indoor event will bring together passionate readers, talented writers, independent authors, bookstores, publishers, and book-inspired creators for a full day of discovery, storytelling, and meaningful connection. I'll have my entire catalog with me, and accept cash, debit, and credit for payment. You can check their website for more details. It takes place at  Rideauview Community Centre, 4310 Shoreline Drive in Ottawa ON, from 10:00am to 3:00pm.

23 May 2026

Stittsville Arts in the Park

This is the only outdoor market I do on a regular basis, and it's also the most fun. There will be more artistic endeavors than you can shake a paint brush at, and food vendors too. I'll have my entire catalog with me under a big tent. Cash, credit, and debit accepted as forms of payment.

07 June 2026

Horror-Fi

This is a new event dedicated to the horror and science-fiction genres at the Nepean Sportsplex. I will be attending with my catalog of science-fiction books. That's about half my catalog. You can check here to see what I'll be bringing. I'll accept cash, credit, and debit as forms of payment.

13 & 14 June 2026

ReStore Reads

This is the Habitat for Humanity ReStore Book Fair on Iber Road in Stittsville. You can browse used books on any subject and buy them for discount prices. There are also a number of local authors, like me (if they accept my application), offering their books to avid readers. At 3 Iber Road, Stittsville, ON K2S 1E6, time yet to be determined.

23 - 26 July 2026 (to be confirmed)

More than a Market

This is an outdoor arts festival. I'll have my entire catalog of books, including the latest - Jake & Chearice: Imposter. I'll accept cash, debit, and credit as payment. This takes place at the Cumberland Heritage Museum at 2940 Old Montréal Rd., Cumberland, ON K4C 1G3. The event runs 10:00am to 3:00pm. Click here for more details.

15 August 2026

Geeked Out - Fall Edition

This is the premier geek event in Ottawa, now with increased vendors and a new floor plan. I've applied to be there, and if accepted I'll be there with my entire catalog. Forms of payment are cash, debit, or credit. My latest Jake & Chearice novel should be available. My table location will move with the new floor plan, but the quality of my books remains. At the Nepean Sportsplex.

03 & 04 October 2026

Robert Plante's Thanksgiving Market

There are handmade items, crafts, and maybe my books, which go from fantasy to science-fiction. I'm applying for a table when applications open. Typically runs 09:00am - 4:00pm. At 4228 Navan Rd, Navan, ON K4B 1H9.

10 & 11 October 2026 (to be confirmed)

Robert Plante's Holiday Market

There are handmade items, crafts, and maybe my books, which go from fantasy to science-fiction. I'm applying for a table when applications open. Typically runs 09:00am - 4:00pm. At 4228 Navan Rd, Navan, ON K4B 1H9.

14 & 15 November 2026 (to be confirmed)

Geeking Out for the Holidays

This is the geek lovers craft fair. There are handmade items, crafts, and occasionally books, which go from fantasy to science-fiction. I'm applying for a table. This is located at the Nepean Sportsplex and typically runs from 10:00am - 4:00pm.

29 November 2026

Robert Planet's 2nd Holiday Market

Just in case you missed the first one. There are handmade items, crafts, and maybe my books, which go from fantasy to science-fiction. I'm applying for a table when applications open. Typically runs 09:00am - 4:00pm. At 4228 Navan Rd, Navan, ON K4B 1H9.

12 December 2026 (to be confirmed)

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