Writing a book is a labour of love that often involves working through complex relationships right on the page. Join four Canadian novelists writing at the intersections of romance, comedy and mental health as they discuss creating lovably flawed characters, share the process of writing second chance storylines and offer their tried-and-true writing tips to […]
We connect people to exceptional books, ideas and dialogue through year-round programming that ignites a passion for words and the world around us.
The On Edge Reading Series showcases the work of writers who are doing the freshest, most interesting, and relevant work, writers who are also artists, volunteers, literary award winners, social justice organizers, prison abolitionists, literary organizers, dancers, managing editors, filmmakers, creative writing instructors, and scholars. FEATURING: Hajer Mirwali Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 5:30PM PT […]
The Alcuin Society and Vancouver Public Library are pleased to present the biennial Alcuin Wayzgoose, the largest letterpress print and book arts fair in Vancouver! Come and meet more than 27 many skilled book artists, printmakers, letterpress printers, papermakers and paper marblers and watch various book arts demonstrations throughout the day. The exhibitors this year […]
In 2025, the Whistler Writers Festival is pleased to gather in-person to welcome readers and writers to our mountain town.
Join us for an evening lost in translation with three talented poets as they discuss the often overlooked art of translation. How do you carry a book from one language to another, line by line, with precision? UBC Associate Professor Bronwen Tate will moderate the discussion with poets Rhea Tregebov, Rahat Kurd and Deborah Woodard. […]
The Fraser Valley Writers Festival is an annual two-day literary festival featuring keynote addresses, readings, panel discussions, writing workshops, live podcast recordings, and more, hosted at the Abbotsford campus of the University of the Fraser Valley. November 7-8, 2025 UFV Abbotsford, Room B101
The On Edge Reading Series showcases the work of writers who are doing the freshest, most interesting, and relevant work, writers who are also artists, volunteers, literary award winners, social justice organizers, prison abolitionists, literary organizers, dancers, managing editors, filmmakers, creative writing instructors, and scholars. FEATURING: Neveah North Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 5:30PM PT […]
On November 21, head to Russell Books to see Rahat Kurd feature at Planet Earth Poetry! Kurd will be sharing poetry from her brand new collection The Book of Z. Now in their 30th season, Planet Earth Poetry is Victoria’s longest-running poetry-only open mic and reading series. All of the information can be found here. Rahat Kurd at Planet […]
Join us for an evening with Robert Muckle as he discusses his book Once upon This Land: Archaeology in British Columbia and the Stories It Tells. Once upon This Land introduces readers to some of the most notable archaeological investigations, including footprints left in mud on Calvert Island 13,000 years ago, the remains of a […]