Fullers Bookshop will be buzzing with book related celebrations on National Bookshop Day which is taking place nationwide next Saturday, August 20th.

The day includes a Pedlars Parade for children, ‘Author Recommends Lunchtime’ and a talk from Australian publishing expert, Henry Rosenbloom, founder and publisher at Scribe Publishing.

The celebrations begin with a Pedlars’ Parade where young readers are encouraged to dress up as their favourite book character and take part in a parade through the shop.

Award winning children’s author, Lian Tanner, author of The Museum of Thieves will be judging and prizes will be awarded to the most creative, most colourful and the best parent/child combination. The Pedlars parade runs between 10-11 and to register email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

Lunchtime (12-2pm) will feature ‘Author Recommends.’ Some of Tasmania’s best known and loved authors will be chatting with customers about what they like to read and making recommendations in a casual and interactive environment.

Authors confirmed so far include Heather Rose, Peter Timms, Rachael Treasure, Rosie Dub, Katherine Johnson and Danielle Wood. This will take place between 12-2pm throughout the shop

At 2pm Australian publishing treasure, Henry Rosenbloom, founder and publisher at Scribe and an informed, intelligent and entertaining speaker will be talking about what actually IS going on in the world of books, publishing and writing in Australia. Do not miss this opportunity to hear Henry speak.