What is OXIB?
The National Independent Publishing Event
Established 2020
There are 2 OXiB events for 2026 and they’re both FREE to visitors.
- Summer Book Fair
Sunday 12th – July 11am-4pm
Magdalen College School OX4 1DZ - Autumn Book Fair
Sunday 22nd November – 11am-4.30pm
Oxford Exams Schools OX1 4BG
Both fairs bring together the book-buying public and the burgeoning independent creative community of small publishers & presses, established and un-agented authors, poets, writing groups, and self-published writers. A meeting place as much as a marketplace, OXIB offers a superb space for conversation, collaboration, and inspiration. Visitors can meet authors face-to-face, attend talks and readings, and hear the stories behind the stories – all FOR FREE.
OXIB offers a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere where independent and alternative voices take centre stage.
Join us and discover your next favourite book.
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Chris Andrews Publications Ltd
Author, Publisher, Artist
Chris Andrews Publications has produced guide books, coffee tables and souvenir books in Oxford for over 40 years. The company also publishes calendars, cards, posters and fridge magnets. All are photographed, designed and produced by ourselves. We also publish books and cards in the Cotswolds, Chilterns, Channel islands and Belfast.
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Oxford Independent Authors (OxIA)
Author
The Oxford Independent Authors are a mutually supportive group of writers who meet to share expertise, preserving independence and joining together at collaborative events. The focus of this group is on marketing, promoting, selling and raising the profile of our writers.
If you are an independent author or working towards becoming one and would like more information please send an email to oxfordindieauthors@gmail.com.
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Nick Cennamo-Smith
Author, Fantasy & Sci-Fi
Nick Cennamo-Smith is the author of the Mortzeel’s Lost & Found crime-fantasy series, as well as other standalone titles.
The latest installment of his whimsical and chaotic series, The Blade of Qalkar, will be releasing in August 2026.
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Dice Comics
Artist, Author, Childrens' Books, Fantasy & Sci-Fi, Publisher Services
Dice Comics is founded by Charles Cutting & Norm Chung.
Charles Cutting has been a professional artist for over 20 years. his work in comics has been published by the open university and various small presses. his latest graphic novel is the fiery crown. Recently, in 2026 he released a 10th anniversary edition of KADATH: The dream quest of Randolph Carter.
Norm Chung is an illustrator and artist painting in traditional media before working for several years in the games industry. In 2014 he won the Lakes international comic arts festival undiscovered talent competition and has since worked with other writers to produce graphic novels and Children’s picture books. He collaborated with writer Matthew Hllsdon to create the Graphic Novel ALIDOR: The Forbidden Friend, which will be released June 2026.
DICE COMICS is a collective that offers you a brand name to self publish your work under. We can also offer a free ISBN (if available) should you choose to self publish your completed work under the dice comics imprint. dice comics is not currently open to submissions but we hope to be soon. We publish entertainment titles aimed at all ages.
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The Little Review
Editors, Publisher
The Little Review is the pocket magazine for anyone interested in poetry.
Printed three times a year in bright yellow covers, each mischievous little issue includes a mix of poem and stories, impertinent interviews, irreverent essays and bracingly honest book reviews.
Our writers include Colm Tóibín, Patricia Lockwood, Luke Kennard, Lucy Ellmann, Anthony Vahni Capildeo and Karen Solie. Founded in 2025, The Little Review is sold in more UK bookshops than any other magazine dedicated to poetry.
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Meow Publishing Ltd
Artist, Author, Childrens' Books, Publisher
MY MEOW PUBLISHING is an Independent Publisher of Fine Artists’ high-quality illustrated and sewn Casebound Gift Books for everyone from five to eighty-five. Our first release is The Kitten Who Lost His Meow – a playful fable illustrated by Oxfordshire artist Patricia Broughton and written with Oxford musician, Francis Rockliff. The original drawings and story celebrate family, friendship and cats with landscapes inspired by the Cotswolds and Oxfordshire. The book is dedicated to the Samaritans for the emotional support it gives to many and the Blue Cross for its animal welfare work. The book can be obtained from the Broad Canvas Art & Craft Shop in Broad Street, Oxford and the Madhatter Bookstore in High Street, Burford. The book is also available online from our website.
‘I can see your book has been made with great love and care and the book’s website has a lovely touch of humour and is fun! I know wit x cat content, in general, is popular and charming and can convert to books nicely.’
Laura Higginson – Publishing Director Ebury Penguin / Gift Books for all occasions including Charlie Mackesy’s The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse (10M Copies) and the Horse and Johanna Basford’s The Secret Garden (Adult Colouring Book x 20M Copies).
What's happening on the day?
Free Talks & Poetry Slam Programme
Throughout the day we have a packed schedule full of exciting and informative sessions for all attendees.
Join us on Sunday July 12, thanks to The Oxford Festival of the Arts, and discover your next favourite book in the ‘Big School – the main hall of Magdalen College School: entrance Cowley Place just off The Plain.
But that isn’t all. Off the High Street approaching Magdalen Bridge is an entrance to the Rose Garden Gazebo/Bar where you can listen to poetry organised by The Oxford Poetry Circle.
In the Junior School Hall, to the left of the Gazebo, there will be speaker events. In the case of bad weather some of the poetry will take place there too.
Where to find us
The Venue
Contact
Magdalen College School
Cowley Place, Oxford, OX4 1DZ
Directions
By Car: The M40, M4 and A34 provide easy access to Oxford from London and the south. The M40 links Birmingham to Oxford from the north. The A420 and A40 approach Oxford from the west.
Parking: We are unable to offer parking for Festival events. Parking in Oxford city centre is limited. Visitors are advised to use one of the five Park & Ride systems, which are all clearly signposted from the Oxford Ring Road. The nearest car park to MCS is at St Clement’s Street, OX4 1AB.
By Bus: Oxford has an extensive network of local buses, making it easy to visit the town centre from every direction. The main Festival site is a short 5-10 minute walk from central bus stops. The closest bus stops are The Plain (Cowley Road) and St Clement’s. There are also fast and frequent bus services from central London (closest stop St Clement’s).
By Train: Oxford has a centrally located train station with frequent and direct train services from London and Reading, as well as from Birmingham via Banbury and Coventry. Oxford Parkway station, north of the city, serves London Marylebone. The main Festival site is a 25-minute walk from the station.
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