Hosted by SJ Valiquette, Liars of Orpheus revolves around writers attempting to lie their way through stories, poems and lectures. Each of the five writers will produce work that are made entirely of lies with the exception of five pieces of truth each. They will win points from sneaking their truths past their opponents or […]
Royal City Literary Arts Society presents Poetry in the Park Every Wednesday night from July 3 – August 28 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Each weekly session will feature 2 poets and an Open Mic. Open Mic sign-up at 6:15pm. Location: Queen's Park Bandshell, New Westminster, BC. In partnership with Arts New West and […]
Cross & Crows Books welcomes author Mx. Nillin Lore and Matsui de Roo for a virtual reading and discussion of Nillin's first book, How Do I Sexy? ABOUT HOW DO I SEXY? What even is “sexy,” and how do you do it? A tough question for trans and nonbinary queers struggling to find their sexual […]
Join jaz papadopoulos (I FEEL THAT WAY TOO) and Melanie Siebert (SIGNAL INFINITIES) in conversation with Vancouver writer and editor Elee Kraljii Gardiner at Cross & Crows Books on Thursday, September 12th, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
The Write on Bowen Festival of Readers & Writers is a three-day event on beautiful Bowen Island that showcases writers and authors and their work. It provides opportunities for participants to attend workshops and other events that will aid them in the development of word-based creative endeavours. It allows everyone, including the general public, to […]
Join us and Eve Rickert & Andrea Zanin for the release of More Than Two, Second Edition. Cultivating nonmonogamous relationships with kindness and integrity, in conversation with Carrie Jenkins. Venue & Accessibility The event will be hosted at the Massy Arts Gallery, at 23 East Pender Street in Chinatown, Vancouver. Registration is free, open to […]
Sarah Leavitt launches her new book SOMETHING, NOT NOTHING, a graphic memoir about grief, loss, queer love, and joy. Sarah will give a reading followed by a Q&A with cartoonist Mita Mahato. Includes snacks, book signing, and a chance to play with watercolour.
In partnership with TransLink and BC Transit, Read Local BC presents the launch of this year’s Poetry In Transit campaign at Word Vancouver. Now celebrating its 28th year, this beloved community-engagement project displays the work of ten BC poets on public transit vehicles throughout the province. Join us to hear a selection of the featured […]
Join the party for an evening of dinos, readings, trivia, music and drag to celebrate the launch of Hannah McGregor's new book, "Clever Girl"! Enjoy readings and performances from Rainbow Glitz, The Established Shanda Leer, Dina Del Bucchia, Cynara Geissler, David Ly AND MORE! RSVP early to reserve your space. The hosts would like to […]
Book launch of M.A.C. Farrant's expanded 20th Anniversary Edition of My Turquoise Years--a memoir. Date: October 10, 2024 Time: 7 - 9 pm Place: Small Gods Brewing, 9835 Third Street, Sidney BC Free event. Readers: M.A.C. FARRANT and BARBARA BLACK, Introduction by PAULINE HOLDSTOCK