Tides & Tomes: A Bookish Summer Market
About this Event
Welcome to Tides & Tomes: A Bookish Summer Market!
Join us for an evening celebrating books, creativity, and the incredible people who make our literary community thrive.
Tides & Tomes is a grassroots, community-driven market bringing together independent authors, artists, makers, and book lovers for a summer gathering on the Tacoma waterfront. Browse unique bookish goods, discover your next favorite read, meet talented authors, and support small businesses that are passionate about their craft.
What makes Tides & Tomes different? We are committed to preserving and celebrating human creativity. Every participating author and vendor has pledged not to use generative AI in the creation of their books, artwork, products, or merchandise. This market is dedicated to showcasing original work created by real people, supporting authentic artistry, and fostering meaningful connections within the creative community.
✨ Meet independent authors
✨ Shop handmade and bookish vendors
✨ Discover unique art and merchandise
✨ Connect with fellow readers
✨ Family-friendly and all ages welcome
✨ Free admission
📅 Sunday, July 19th
⏰ 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Foss Waterway Seaport
Foss Waterway Seaport
Whether you're a lifelong reader, an aspiring writer, or simply looking for a fun summer evening by the water, we invite you to celebrate the stories, art, and people that make our creative community special.
Free entry • All ages welcome • Community focused • Human-made creativity only
Authors & Vendors Attending:
- Amelia C. Rose
- Alexa Shay
- Ali's Enchanted Frames
- Baley Noal
- Bewitched Romance
- Chelsey Ann Tompkins
- Coral Alejandra Moore
- Dana Evyn
- Enchanted Links Jewelry
- Filter on the Fritz Designs
- Garen Glazier
- Jesikah Sundin
- Kamira Lennae
- Lia Duchaine
- Lindsey Sparks
- M.B. Thurman
- NC Barton
- Poppy Wild Book Co.
- Rayna L. Stiner
- R.K. Devon
- Robin Jeffrey
- Stephanie K. Clemens
- Samantha Jon
- Shelf Indulgence
- Sketchboard Joy
- The Galerie Tacoma
- Uncharted Pottery
- Wood & Ash
- Woodland Daisy Co.
- Woodland Waves
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