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FESTIVAL: ReadersMagnet returns at the L.A. Times Festival of Books this 2023

Self-publishing and book marketing company ReadersMagnet is excited to exhibit again at the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books. The book festival will take place on April 22-23, 2023, at the University of Southern California (USC) University Park Campus. It will be ReadersMagnet’s fourth time (including the digital edition in 2020) to exhibit at the […]

Reading: TOLU OLORUNTOBA

Sunshine Coast Arts Council 5714 Medusa St., Sechelt, BC, Canada

Tolu Oloruntoba was born and practiced medicine in Nigeria before migrating to Canada. He is no stranger to the experience of conflict and human fragility as well as the experience of displacement and resultant isolation — themes in his poetry. Oloruntoba’s debut collection The Junta of Happenstance won the 2021 Governor General’s Award and the prestigious 2022 […]

READING: Read Local: Author’s Open House

White Rock Library 15342 Buena Vista Avenue, White Rock, BC, Canada

On Sunday, April 23 at 2pm, join the Friends of the White Rock Library in celebrating local literature for the Read Local: Author’s Open House. This entertaining afternoon program features five local authors reading from their latest works. Read Local is a wonderful opportunity for avid readers and aspiring writers to connect with local literary […]

Free

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

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

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

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

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

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