Name: Poetry Reading: Alice Major & Jordan Scott
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April 2023
April 26, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

BOOK LAUNCH: The Double Life of Benson Yu and Tell Me Pleasant Things About Immortality

Chinatown Storytelling Centre 168 Pender Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Presented by Word Vancouver and The Asian Canadian Writers Workshop Book Launch: Kevin Chong and Lindsay Wong Guest Reading from Christine Lai Come celebrate the joint book launches of Kevin Chong, The Double Life of Benson Yu, (Simon and Schuster) and Lindsay Wong, Tell Me Pleasant Things About Immortality (Penguin Random House). Enjoy readings and […]

Free
April 27, 2023 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

READINGS & BOOK LAUNCH: The Joy of Poetry

A reading of local poets in honour of National Poetry Month, held in Kelowna, BC. at Third Space Coffeehouse. This is a combination reading, book launch and open mic. All are welcome.

Free
April 28, 2023 | 9:00 am - April 30, 2023 | 7:00 pm

ReadersMagnet Book Confab San Francisco: An Endless Pursuit of Spreading the Art of Storytelling

Studio 1086 1086 Howard St., San Francisco, CA, United States

This year, ReadersMagnet will once again host ReadersMagnet Book Confab - its original and innovative pop-up event for storytellers and book lovers. More than just a gathering of book enthusiasts, the event allows writers to build their brand and connect with their readers. Following its resounding success on the East Coast, ReadersMagnet will bring its […]

Free
April 30, 2023 | 2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

WORKSHOP: Using ChatGPT to Up Your Productivity

Mission Point House 4603 Sunshine Coast Hwy, Davis Bay, BC, Canada

Are you a writer or editor who is curious about ChatGPT? We will have a demonstration of how ChatGPT can make you more productive at our Sunday, April 30th meeting at 2 pm, Mission Point House. Bring your laptops if you want to assistance with installation, or have technical questions.

Free
May 2023
May 2, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Ellen Schwartz: Book Launch | Jewish Book Festival

Jewish Community Centre 950 West 41st Avenue, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join the JCC Jewish Book Festival and Heritage House for the launch of Ellen Schwartz's memoir, "Galena Bay Odyssey: Reflections of a Hippie Homesteader." Tuesday, May 2, 7:00pm In the Zack Gallery moderated by Calvin Wharton • FREE • Please register via Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../book-launch-ellen-schwartz... • Book will be available for purchase • Author will be […]

Free
May 4, 2023 | 12:00 pm - May 27, 2023 | 5:00 pm

LiterASIAN 2023

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Gardens 578 Carrall St., Vancouver, BC, Canada

Vancouver, BC - LiterASIAN returns with established and emerging literary voices coming together for a month of commemoration, celebration, and conversation showcasing the resilience and growth of Asian Canadian voices in CanLit. With this year’s theme of Inclusion 2023, the festival will be packed with events including book readings, writing workshops, panel discussions, and an […]

$5 – $60
May 6, 2023 | 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Helen Humphreys Discusses Rabbit Foot Bill and Saskatchewan’s LSD Mental Health Trials

Zoom

Author Helen Humphreys will be joining us virtually to discuss her book "Rabbit Foot Bill" and her interest in and research of Saskatchewan’s mid-twentieth century LSD mental health trials. She will also talk about her latest book about the writer’s life. "Rabbit Foot Bill" is one of NVDPL’s Book Club book selections. Find out when […]

Free
May 7, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Wine and Words: Dimsum with the Authors

Floata Resturant 180 Keefer Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Join us and the LiterASIAN Festival for an afternoon of food and festivities! This fundraiser will include dim sum, wine tastings, author readings, and live and silent auctions. All event proceeds go to supporting this year’s Word Vancouver literary festival in September. Tickets are $60. Members enjoy a discounted rate at $45 through a promo […]

$60
May 12, 2023 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Book Launch: Frances Barkley by Cathy Converse

Maritime Museum of BC 634 Humboldt St., Victoria, BC, Canada

Join bestselling author Cathy Converse at the Maritime Museum of BC for an afternoon of sailing stories and maritime adventures to celebrate the launch of her new book, Frances Barkley: Eighteenth-century Seafarer. Friday, May 12 | 4:00 pm Maritime Museum of BC | 744 Douglas Street | Victoria, B.C. Free with Museum admission ($10) Save […]
May 17, 2023 | 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Poetry Reading: Alice Major & Jordan Scott

Poets Corner Reading Series welcomes Alice Major and Jordan Scott. Alice Major has published twelve collections of poetry, two novels for young adults and an award-winning collection of essays about poetry and science. Jordan Scott is a poet and children’s author. His debut children’s book, I Talk Like a River (illustrated by Sydney Smith), was […]

Free

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