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  • October 2023

  • Thu 12
    October 12, 2023 | 9:00 am - October 15, 2023 | 4:00 pm

    Whistler Writers Festival

    Fairmont Chateau Whistler 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, Canada

    The annual Whistler Writers Festival is Oct. 12 to 15, 2023 in Whistler. Hear the newest, enthralling works from favourite local, Canadian, and international authors, connect with literary agents and publishers, take workshops, and enjoy live music. Select events available online. Visit whistlerwritersfest.com for the latest information & tickets. Tickets on sale August 21, 2023. […]

  • Thu 12
    October 12, 2023 | 6:00 pm

    Reuniting with Strangers by Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio with Guests

    On Thursday, October 12th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Douglas & McIntyre in celebrating the launch of Reuniting with Strangers, a novel by Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio. Jennilee will be joined by Kawika Guillermo, Leah Ranada, Vincent Ternida, and Christine Añonuevo. This project has been made possible by the Government of Canada. Ce projet […]

  • Fri 13
    October 13, 2023 | 6:00 pm

    Sonnets from a Cell by Bradley Peters with Guests

    On Friday, October 13th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Brick Books in launching Bradley Peters' Sonnets from a Cell. Bradley will be joined by Rob Taylor, Kayla Czaga, Marc Perez, Nick Thran, and host, Sheryda Warrener. This project has been made possible by the Government of Canada. Ce projet a été rendu […]

  • Fri 13
    October 13, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

    Haida Modern Film Screening

    James Cowan Theatre 6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

    The Shadbolt Centre is honoured to present a screening of the film Haida Modern documenting the life and legacy of renowned Master Artist Robert Davidson. 80 min run time, followed by a Q & A, book sales/signing and reception with Robert Davidson, whose work is featured in Echoes of the Supernatural: The Graphic Art of […]

    $25
  • Sat 14
    October 14, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

    Dual Launch of “Gumboot Guys” and “Knots and Stitches”

    Osborne Bay Pub 1534 Joan Ave, Crofton, B.C., Canada

    Celebrate the Adventurous Spirit of Coastal Living in the 1970s. Two new Books are being launched in the inviting ambience of the Osborne Bay Pub. You can buy a beer, buy a book, meet the authors, and get your books signed. From the vibrant era of the 1970s when adventure seekers, dreamers, and wanderers flocked […]

    Free
  • Mon 16
    October 16, 2023 - October 22, 2023

    The Vancouver Writers Fest

    Granville Island (various) 202-1398 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

    The Vancouver Writers Fest connects people to exceptional books, ideas, and dialogue through year-round programming that ignites a passion for words and the world around us. Meet 115+ authors joining us at this year's flagship Festival, from October 16-22!

  • Tue 17
    October 17, 2023 | 6:00 pm

    Crushed Wild Mint by Jess Housty with Guests

    On Tuesday, October 17th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Nightwood Editions in celebrating the launch of Jess Housty's Crushed Wild Mint with guests. Jess will be joined by host Selina Boan, and reader Samantha Nock. Audrey Siegl will provide the Welcome. Venue & Accessibility The event will be hosted at the Massy […]

  • Wed 18
    October 18, 2023 - October 22, 2023

    Surrey International Writers’ Conference

    Sheraton Vancouver Guildford Hotel 15269 104th Avenue, Surrey, BC, Canada

    The Surrey International Writers' Conference is the most comprehensive professional development conference of its kind in Canada. SiWC offers writers in all genres — from beginners to experts — the opportunity to hone their craft. SiWC will be a hybrid in person and online conference again in 2023. SiWC runs October 20-22, 2023 (in person […]

    $99 – $799
  • Wed 18
    October 18, 2023 | 6:00 pm

    A Stranger in the Citadel by Tobias Buckell with Guest Karen Lord

    On Wednesday, October 18th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Tachyon Publications in celebrating Tobias Buckell's A Stranger in the Citadel. Tobias will be joined by guest reader Karen Lord. “With A Stranger In The Citadel, Tobias Buckell writes to the moment we live in, with a clarity and urgency that only fable […]

  • Wed 18
    October 18, 2023 | 6:00 pm

    26. The Strength of Storytelling (VWF)

    Performance Woorks

    At the Vancouver Writers Fest What a gift to be joined by three of the most lauded and creative Indigenous writers, who will share the strength of Indigenous women at the heart of their poignant and moving new novels. Alicia Elliott’s And Then She Fell was published just this week to rave reviews. Heather O’Neill called it […]

    $25
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