Amelia Island Book Festival

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Sun, Sea, Sand and Stories

The 2007 Amelia Island Book Festival was a tremendous success with a host of authors, readers and fun. Here are a few glimpses of the exciting events.

The Lady St. John riverboat was a big hit and many enjoyed the cruise along the Amelia River. Thanks to our sponsor VyStar Credit Union for making this memorable event extra special.

Amelia Island Book Festival president, Susan Siegmund with her husband David enjoy themselves at the kick-off 2007 Island Cruisin’ fundraiser featuring Tim Dorsey.

The Book Festival depends on volunteers each and every year. We appreciate all of their efforts and tireless work throughout the weekend. Check out the Volunteers page, if you would like to help with the 2008 Festival.

Make sure to mark your calendar for the 2008 Amelia Island Book Festival, October 3 - 5.

Come to the heart of historic downtown Fernandina Beach...

Meet over 35 authors, agents and publishers...

Don’t miss the Book Festival with Island Charm.

It's a booklover's dream getaway. Relax and enjoy an emerald island, lapped by the waves of the Atlantic – and for company, you'll have fascinating authors from near and far.

There's something for every reading taste — from novels to nonfiction, history, mystery, adventure, suspense, science fiction, Southern literature, romance, poetry and children's books.

36 exciting authors
Children’s Chapter Tents with storytelling and crafts
Dozens of talks and programs
Book signings, luncheons and great parties

What's New

The Amelia Island Book Festival is proud to announce the first annual volunteer awards. Named for the founders of the Festival, The Parker - MVP award after Don and Andrea Parker and The Selement - Volunteer of the Year Award after Joani and Joe Selement it is important to the Festival that their commitment and dedication to improving literacy and making reading fun in Nassau County is forever remembered.

The Parker - MVP award is presented to John Carr for his tireless work in helping to increase awareness of the Amelia Island Book Festival.

The Selement - Volunteer of the Year Award is presented to Cynthia Griffin for her dedication and nonstop efforts in coordinating all volunteers for the entire weekend. She is pictured with her husband Mike.

Festival T-Shirts

2007 Amelia Island Book Festival T-Shirts Discounted!

Now only $5 + s/h.

They make great Amelia Island souvenirs and gifts.

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Stuart Woods...

Claire Cook, author of Must Love Dogs...

“Amelia Island is not only a little piece of paradise, but it’s well on its way to becoming The Book Island! I had such a great time at the 2007 festival and returned home to a deluge of email from new readers – and friends! Whether you’re a book lover or an aspiring writer, the Amelia Island Book Festival is not to be missed!”

Claire Cook, national bestselling author of Must Love Dogs and Life’s a Beach - www.clairecook.com

Tim Dorsey...

Brian Corrigan (Poet of Loch Ness)

The sun, the surf, the salty air - what beautiful memories! ...The word is out - Amelia Island is the place to be for readers and writers. The printed word is healthy and thriving on Amelia Island.