Join Theresa Kishkan for a reading from her new memoir, The Art of Looking Back. At 23, Theresa Kishkan met an artist who became obsessed with her. She was young, she was flattered, and the situation quickly overwhelmed her. He drew and painted her for a few months, after which she went away for a […]
The LiterASIAN Festival returns for its 14th annual edition with “Re-Generation,” a timely exploration of how Asian Canadian writers are reshaping literary culture today. Running from June 27-28 across Vancouver, the festival brings together leading and emerging voices for a national celebration of storytelling, community, and creative exchange. Widely recognized as Canada’s premier festival dedicated […]
Enjoy an afternoon of poetry readings, art “Show & Tell”, chats, and more! Come listen, share, and connect. Presented by Janet Kvammen, Poet Laureate of New Westminster. In partnership with Royal City Literary Arts Society. Admission Fee: Free, Drop-in Feature Poet Lozan Yamolky Feature Artist Tristan Wright
You are invited to a free upcoming author event featuring bestselling local author Robyn Harding, who will be talking about her brand new psychological thriller Strangers in the Villa. This book is the Richmond Reads Adult Summer Book Club pick for 2026, and the reading club runs from June 24 to August 31. Membership in […]
Hear from many of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 North Shore Authors Collection! The North Shore Authors Collection inspires, supports, and celebrates the talent of North Shore authors by showcasing locally-created content in all three North Shore libraries. Join us on July 14 and 18 as we highlight some of the […]
Hear from many of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 North Shore Authors Collection! The North Shore Authors Collection inspires, supports, and celebrates the talent of North Shore authors by showcasing locally-created content in all three North Shore libraries. Join us on July 14 and 18 as we highlight some of the […]
Isabella Mori, author and mental health advocate, will be speaking with Sandra Yuen, discussing recovery from mental illness, creativity, and Sandra’s new book of art and poetry, I Want to be Buried Standing Up. They will each read from their body of work, show some of Sandra’s art in the book and after a conversation […]
In celebration of Richmond Pride Week, Richmond Public Library is inviting readers to connect with author, educator, and advocate Mischa Oak at an inspiring book talk and live Q&A! A long-time advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion, Mischa will discuss his recent book Rainbow Wisdom: 18 LGBTQ+ Life Lessons for Everyone, an uplifting exploration of how the […]
The 44th annual Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts will take place August 13-16, 2026, featuring established literary stars and exciting new voices, with opportunities for writers and readers to mingle amidst Rockwood’s heritage gardens. With 19 events and 3 workshops to choose from, there is an event for everyone! The festival will feature […]
Get ready for an awesome in-person event where Shan & Sam, reunite for an exciting live podcast recording and a brand new book launch! The Sam I Am: One Woman's Search for Meaning, Miracles, and Potato Chips on the Camino de Santiago. Come hang out, enjoy some great conversations, and be the first to grab […]