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Meet Jan Hull – Author and Artist

The Ice House Gallery 31 Creamery Road, Tatamagouche, NS, CA

Meet Jan Hull the author of seven books set in Nova Scotia. Jan will give a brief talk about her books and read a short excerpt from her latest Tim Brown Mystery Novel, April: Sweetland.Jan Hull is also a sculptor with three new stone sculptures in "Terrain".Meet and greet starts immediately after the opening of […]

“Lucy’s Lamb”, Children’s book reading with author Carolyn j Morris

The People's Place: Antigonish Town and County Library The People's Place: Antigonish Town and County Library

All are welcome to join us for some family fun, as author (and school teacher) Carolyn J. Morris, drops by to share with us some of her newest books - "Lucy's Lamb" and "Into Town"! Copies of her books will be available for purchase, and signing. For more information, please call the Antigonish Library at […]

Launch party for IsThisAnOlogy!

Chapters St. John's 70 Kenmount Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

Join authors Amanda Bulman and Ruth Lawrence for the launch of IsThisAnOlogy? -- a fun way for kids to discover what scientists do, based on the popular BellFibe TV show. Amanda was the host on air! There will be books, colouring pages, activities and treats, as well as talks with the authors! A great way […]

Public Book Launch & Reception – Halifax

Halifax Central Library Halifax Central Library

Room 301Come celebrate Kathleen Foster-Alfred's writing debut! Kay, although struggling with some current health & mobility issues, is so excited to talk with people about the experience of writing her first book, a non-fiction telling of just some of the many experiences she had as a Foster Parent; some expected, some not so much. She […]

Book Launch – Lore Isle

A. C. Hunter Public Library 125 Allandale Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

You’re invited to the launch of Lore Isle by Jiin Kim. This middle-grade fantasy follows a young boy into a magical land of mummers, sprites, fairies, and murderous pitcher plants.There will be an author reading and Q &A, as well as refreshments and books available for sale and signing.The event is being held on June […]

Lore Isle by Jiin Kim Book Launch (Hybrid Event)

A. C. Hunter Public Library 125 Allandale Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

Newfoundland wolves come howling back in this middle grade fantasy!Join us online or in person for this celebration at the AC Hunter Public Library community room. All ages welcome. Refreshments, author reading, Q & A and books for sale and signing. All ages welcome.Register HERE: https://publiclibrary.webex.com/weblink/register/rfde5f25a93c402e7bffed07698f476d6or call (709) 737-3950.https://www.facebook.com/events/1611021662752476/

“Lucy’s Lamb”, Children’s book reading with author Carolyn j Morris

River John Library

All are welcome to join us for some family fun, as author (and school teacher) Carolyn J. Morris, drops by to share with us some of her newest books - "Lucy's Lamb" and "Into Town"! Copies of her books will be available for purchase, and signing. For more information, please call the River John Library […]

Brian J. Francis’s Halifax Book Launch – The Sacred Space

Open Book Coffee Open Book Coffee

You're invited to the HALIFAX BOOK LAUNCH for The Sacred Space by Brian J. FrancisDate: Wednesday, June 28, 2023Time: 7 pmIn this intimate collection of writing and art, Brian J. Francis invites us to explore the sacred space within. Through vision, prayer, and dream work, Francis channels messages from the ancestors to help us contemplate […]

Drag Storytime with Stella Starlet

A.C. Hunter Children's Library St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

Quadrangle NL, A.C. Hunter Children's Library & Writers NL presents:????????????Drag Storytime????????????with Stella Starlet ????Featured Book: The Ewe Who Knew Who Knit You by Cara KansalaAll Ages - Book Giveaways????Friday, June 30th at 2pm????@ A.C. Hunter Children's LibraryRegister by calling A.C. Hunter at 709-737-3953https://www.facebook.com/events/999725287879123/

Authors in Conversation: 2022-2023 Thomas Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award Winners

The Landing (Level 3, Room UC-3015) in the University Centre Building (1 Arctic Ave) of MUN’s St. John’s campus.

WritersNL is so excited to be a sponsor of yet another awesome upcoming event at Memorial University of Newfoundland, featuring 2022 and 2023 Thomas Raddall Atlantic Fiction Award Winners K.R. Byggdin and Michelle Butler Hallett, Writer! ????????????K.R. Byggdin's novel "Wonder World" explores the possibilities of queer belonging in small-town Canada. K.R. will be in conversation […]

Book launch: Trails of Halifax Regional Municipality — Michael Haynes at the Halifax Central Library

Halifax Central Library Halifax Central Library

Join Halifax Public Libraries, Hike Nova Scotia, and Goose Lane Editions at the Halifax Central Library’s Paul O’Regan Hall for the official book launch of Trails of Halifax Regional Municipality, 3rd Edition. Author Michael Haynes, Canada’s most published author of trail guides, will deliver a special presentation and discuss the 50 new and revamped trails […]

L’heure du conte avec Nico

Parc Du Centenaire Moncton Moncton, NB, CA

Dans le cadre de la série Acoustica de la ville de Moncton (https://fb.me/e/5MDMo2WuM), Nico animera une heure de conte.Mercredi 5 juillet, 18h00-19h00Parc du centenaire Bouton d'or Acadie sera sur place pour une vente de livres. https://www.facebook.com/events/973031420406017/

BOOK LAUNCH – Na Trì Mathain by Dr. James R. MacDonald

The People's Place: Antigonish Town and County Library The People's Place: Antigonish Town and County Library

On the Friday of the Antigonish Highland Games, join us in the children's room for the launch of Dr. Jamie MacDonald's new children's book Na Trì Mathain: the Gaelic translation of Goldilocks and the Three Bears!The author will read the book aloud, with a running translation provided in English. We'll learn a Gaelic song about […]

Happy Hour – Ochre Fest 2023

Ochre House Retreat Ochre House Retreat

Featuring Peter Wilkins discussing his new book over cocktails provided by The Newfoundland Distillery Co.https://www.facebook.com/events/831173797913629/

Ochre Fest 2023

Ochre House Retreat Ochre House Retreat

Ochre Fest is back again and brimming with talent this July as it marks its 11th fabulous festival of books, art, wine, and song! All events on July 7, 8 […]

Fathom and Our Outstretched Arms

Ochre House Retreat Ochre House Retreat

Readings from Violet Browne, Holly Hogan and Michelle Porter followed by live music from Sherry Ryan!https://www.facebook.com/events/267115142574005/

Self-Published Authors Market

MareGold Bookstore

MareGold Bookstore is holding an author's market in Annapolis Royal, Nova Scotia on July 8 and August 12 from noon to 4:00 pm.Come celebrate and support over 20 writers and […]

Official Book Launch – She Said, by Mitchell D. King

Chapters St. John's 70 Kenmount Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

Please join us at Chapters St. John's on Saturday, July 8, from 1:00pm to 3:00pm, for the official launch of She Said, the debut crime novel from Mitchell D. King. […]

Summer Poetry Reading @ the Elizabeth Bishop House

Elizabeth Bishop House Elizabeth Bishop House

You are invited to join writers Sandra Barry, Rosaria Campbell, Margo Wheaton and Kayla Geitzler for a pleasant summer afternoon of poetry at the historic Elizabeth Bishop House in Great […]

Bronwynn Erskine #QueerMarket signing!

St. John's Farmers' Market 245 Freshwater Road, St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, CA

Join the amazing author BRONWYNN ERSKINE during the SJFM Queer Market happening July 9th! ????️‍???? ???? From the cover: Secret lives within secret lives, and powers that don't always make […]