The Book Market
Since 2021, Exeter City of Literature has hosted a yearly Book Market, working with independent bookshops across Devon to bring Exeter an exciting afternoon of bookish activities.
The Book Market has previously taken place at Powderham Castle and Positive Light Projects, but we now have a permanent home on Exeter Cathedral Green every summer.
The Book Market 2026 takes place on Sunday 14th June, 11am - 4pm.
The Book Market 2026
The sixth annual Book Market - Exeter City of Literature’s celebration of Devon’s thriving literary scene - takes place on Sunday 14th June 2026!
Author Talks
Indie Bookshops
Local Food & Drink
Free Literary Activities
The Book Market
Case Study
Discover what we’ve accomplished with The Book Market since we launched the yearly celebration of Devon’s local literary scene in 2021 with our brand new Case Study.
Learn about the importance of free events in the city, how many independent bookshops we’ve worked with, and some of the fantastic feedback we’ve received from bookshop owners and the public!