Category: Book-ish Market

The vendor call for our Bookish Market on May 23rd is now closed. We thank everyone who expressed interest in taking part.

All applicants, including those on the waiting list, will be contacted no later than April 2nd. Please check your inboxes and spam folders.

We ask that artisans who did not apply during the vendor call please do not contact us asking for a spot – any cancellations will be filled from the existing wait list.

To avoid missing calls for future events, be sure to sign up for our vendor mailing list. https://www.torontodarkartsmarket.com/apply/

That is part of the beauty of all literature. You discover that your longings are universal longings, that you’re not lonely and isolated from anyone. You belong.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald

Last chance to apply to be a vendor at our Book-ish Market. This event is intended to provide an in-person market environment for literary creators, with an emphasis on alternative genres and sub-cultures.

Unsure if this is the place for you and your work? Dark, weird, and spooky wins out over normal and mainstream, but we will consider all applications to create a curated mix of alternative literature, writing-related wares and art and craft items.

Open to:

• authors (self-published or signed)
• small press publishers
• publishers of zines, chapbooks and periodicals
• creators of book accessories such as pens, bookmarks, tote bags, etc.
• makers of journals, stationery, cards, and other writing paraphernalia
• creators of other art or craft items

Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Open to the public: 11am – 5pm (free admission)
Location: Ground Control
1279 Queen Street West, Toronto
Fully accessible venue with wifi and ATM on site

Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31st, 1pm
All applicants, including those on the waiting list will be notified of their inclusion status no later than April 2nd.

Full details and application form at: www.torontodarkartsmarket.com

”The reading of all good books is like a conversation with the finest minds of past centuries.” – Rene Descartes

We are now welcoming applications from vendors for our first Book-ish Market. This event is intended to provide an in-person market environment for literary creators, with an emphasis on alternative genres and sub-cultures.

Unsure if this is the place for you and your work? Dark, weird, and spooky wins out over normal and mainstream, but we will consider all applications to create a curated mix of alternative literature, writing-related wares, and art and craft items.

Open to:

• authors (self-published or signed)
• small press publishers
• publishers of zines, chapbooks and periodicals
• creators of book accessories such as pens, bookmarks, tote bags, etc.
• makers of journals, stationery, cards, and other writing paraphernalia
• creators of other art or craft items

Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Open to the public: 11am – 5pm (free admission)
Location: Ground Control
1279 Queen Street West, Toronto
Fully accessible venue with wifi and ATM on site

Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31st, 1pm
All applicants, including those on the waiting list will be notified of their inclusion status no later than April 2nd.

Full details and application form at: www.torontodarkartsmarket.com

“A room without books is like a body without a soul.” – Cicero

We are now welcoming applications from vendors for our first Book-ish Market. This event is intended to provide an in-person market environment for literary creators, with an emphasis on alternative genres and sub-cultures.

Unsure if this is the place for you and your work? Dark, weird, and spooky wins out over normal and mainstream, but we will consider all applications to create a curated mix of alternative literature and writing-related wares.

Open to:

• authors (self-published or signed)
• small press publishers
• publishers of zines, chapbooks, graphic novels, and periodicals
• creators of book accessories such as pens, bookmarks, tote bags, etc.
• makers of journals, stationery, cards, and other writing paraphernalia
• creators of other art or craft items with a book or literary theme

Date: Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Open to the public: 11am – 5pm (free admission)
Location: Ground Control
1279 Queen Street West, Toronto

Fully accessible venue with wifi and ATM on site

Application deadline: Tuesday, March 31st, 1pm
All applicants, including those on the waiting list will be notified of their inclusion status no later than April 2nd.

Full details and application form at: www.torontodarkartsmarket.com