Writers from the Fox Valley will participate in the first Wayne Book and Author Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, at Wayne’s Old Village Hall, 430 Railroad St., behind the police station. Admission is free.

Sponsored by the Wayne Historical Preservation Society, the inaugural event has been organized by Tim Hall of Wayne, who is celebrating the release of a nonfiction, autobiographical novel, “Full of It: The Birth, Death, and Life of an Underground Newspaper” (www.timhallbooks.com). Taking part is Gene McCormick, also of Wayne, author of “Rain on the Sun” and additional titles, who will read from a work in progress. A partial list of other area writers includes Gabriella Filippi of Wayne; Pulitzer-nominated George Rawlinson of Elgin; Rachel Gies of St. Charles, reading from her newest novel, “The Darkness Within”; and Jason Behrends of St. Charles; plus special guest Alex Bledsoe, author of the best-selling fantasy/mystery novel “The Sword-Edged Blonde.”

At the holiday book fair, authors will read from their work throughout the day and will be available for book signings and discussions. Refreshments will be provided for a suggested donation, with proceeds earmarked for the Historical Society.

At press time, a limited number of spaces remained for authors interested in joining in; for more information, call Hall at (630) 313-0489.