Who are we looking for?

Artists, photographers, zine-makers, printmakers, illustrators, comic book artists, graphic novelists, writers, poets, small press publishers, artist collectives, book restorers, bookbinders, screen printers, Risograph printers, letterpress printers, and calligraphers.

What kind of books are we looking for?

Original artists’ books, photo books, zines, unique voices, personal subjects, esoteric topics, experimental publishing projects, and artists’ books at affordable prices

How does it work?

✎   Make an online application and processing fee of £10

✓   Accepted exhibitors hire a table for the weekend

£    Set up your table. Sell your books and zines

When are applications accepted?

We run an open call throughout September, accepting applications until midnight on 30th.

The selection committee meets during the first week of October and notify applicants by 9th October.

Participating exhibitors have their work promoted in the lead up to the fair.

Exhibitor Fees

A full table costs £70 for the whole weekend. Half tables are also available for those who are happy to share. These cost £35 for the whole weekend. Exhibitors must be available for both days. Tables measure 6ft x 2.6ft, or 183cm x 76cm.

On the weekend

Brighton Art Book Fair opens from 11am to 5pm each day. Exhibitors set up before the fair opens. Exhibitors are also welcome to set their table on Friday afternoon if they wish.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the event organiser at brightonartbookfair@gmail.com