Norman Kelker to Sign “Immigrant Family: Three Centuries in America” at London Book Fair 2026

Author and historian Norman Kelker will take the spotlight at the 2026 London Book Fair with a scheduled signing for his historical work “Immigrant Family: Three Centuries in America,” set for Tuesday, March 10, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Stand 6A100 on the Ground Floor of Olympia London. The appearance forms part of The Maple Staple’s author program at the book event, where the Toronto-based bookstore will host a series of signings and title features during the three-day publishing event.

Running from March 10 to 12, the London Book Fair remains a longstanding fixture of the global publishing calendar, bringing together industry professionals for rights discussions, title showcases, and literary programming across print, audio, film, and digital platforms. Returning for its third year as an exhibitor, The Maple Staple continues to spotlight independent and self-published works while hosting a series of author signings that connect writers directly with readers and industry attendees.

Kelker’s participation at the fair coincides with his feature as the cover author of the MapleStaple Magazine Fall & Winter 2026 Issue. Copies of the magazine, alongside selected book giveaways, will be distributed at the stand during the event, offering attendees additional insight into the author’s work and historical focus.

“Immigrant Family: Three Centuries in America” traces the story of the Kelker family beginning with a 1743 voyage from Switzerland to the American colonies and continuing across ten generations. Presented through biographical portraits, the book explores lives shaped by achievement, hardship, public service, and social change, reflecting the broader arc of American history through one family’s experiences. From revolutionary-era soldiers and lawmakers to modern scientists and public figures, the narrative follows descendants whose stories reveal both continuity and transformation across centuries.

A retired scientist who later turned to historical research and writing, Kelker approaches family history through careful documentation and narrative storytelling. Based in New York City, he brings a research-driven perspective to the examination of immigration, identity, and the long-term impact of family legacy in the United States.

Visitors attending the fair can meet Kelker during his signing session and learn more about his featured title through The Maple Staple’s author page: https://themaplestaple.com/norman-kelker/. Updates, highlights, and ongoing coverage from the event will be shared through The Maple Staple’s official social media channels.

“Immigrant Family: Three Centuries in America” is available through Amazon and other established online bookselling platforms worldwide.

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