Books by the Banks

Authors List Now Posted

researcher — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 21:01:23 +0000

Our author list for Books by the Banks, 2010 is now posted. There are many great authors, but-more will be coming! We’ll be adding authors throughout the summer, so check back often!

Check it out here!

How to Survive a Garden Gnome Attack!

haitzlm — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:30:19 +0000

“Move over zombies and adolescent vampires.

There’s a new threat in town—and it’s only twelve inches tall. How to Survive a Garden Gnome Attack is the only comprehensive survival guide that will help you prevent, prepare for, and ward off an imminent home invasion by the common garden gnome. Once thought of as harmless… Continue Reading

Memoirs of a Goldfish

haitzlm — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:14:48 +0000

Day One

“I swam around my bowl.

Day Two-I swam around my bowl. Twice…

And so it goes in this tell-all tale from a goldfish.With his bowl to himself and his simple routine, Goldfish loves his life…until one day…When assorted intruders including a hyperactive bubbler, a grime-eating snail, a pair of amorous guppies, and a… Continue Reading

Don’t Slam the Door!

haitzlm — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 16:08:30 +0000

Cincinnati’s own Will Hillenbrand will be a featured author at Books By the Banks 2010.

Will has a great website that shows his process in creating his drawings, his inspirations, and much more. You can check it out here.

Kristina McBride: The Tension of Opposites

haitzlm — Mon, 21 Jun 2010 14:07:42 +0000

” I grew up across the street from an old library with English architecture of red brick and Bedford stone.I loved nothing more than walking under its high beamed ceilings, searching the shelves for books, and taking them home to get lost in the pages and experience the characters’ lives. I can’t remember a time… Continue Reading

Benjamin Franklin, American Genius

haitzlm — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 14:28:52 +0000

Author Brandon Marie Miller captures the essence of this exceptional individual through both his original writings and hands-on activities from the era."This smart and delightful book captures the magic of Benjamin Franklin and shows why his life is so inspiring. Above all, it celebrates his creativity, which was the source of his genius." Walter Isaacson, author, Benjamin Franklin: An American Life"*

Thanks to all authors

haitzlm — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 19:54:17 +0000

Thanks to all the authors who applied to become part of Books By the Banks 2010. The application process closed June 15, and we are now working on producing a fabulous list of participants. Stay Tuned!

Sandy Plunkett: The World of a Wayward Comic Book Artist

haitzlm — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:11:39 +0000

Sandy Plunkett moved to southeast Ohio in 1990. He made his debut in the comic book world in the late 1970s, with several works for Marvel, DC and Gold Key comics.

A self -taught illustrator and comic book artist, Plunkett came of age in New York City during the 60′s and 70′s and began drawing… Continue Reading

Call for Authors

norrisms — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 14:57:11 +0000

CALL FOR AUTHORS: The Books by the Banks 2010 author selection team is currently accepting authors’ submissions to participate in the 4th annual Books by the Banks scheduled for Saturday, October 2, 2010 from 10am to 4pm at the Duke Energy Convention Center.

The application process is quick and easy. Here’s how authors are selected… Continue Reading

Applications Now Being Accepted!

haitzlm — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:37:51 +0000

Books by the Banks is pleased to be accepting applications from authors for the 2010 festival.

Applications are gathered via an electronic form on this website.

Instructions, guidelines, and more can be found on the submission form.