Desolate St. John's tour stop!It is the year 2047 and Jean Adler knows precisely three things.First, she adores her adopted town of Desolate Island and wants to live there forever.Second, leading her community through the fallout that plunged their world into darkness, forcing her to decide if they will stay or leave, is way outside […]

Join author Prajwala Dixit and illustrator Duncan Major for the release of their book The Tales of Dwipa at Chapters on Kenmount Road, St. John's.The Tales of Dwipa uses timeless Indian tales and beautiful illustrations to tell stories of acceptance and kindness set in environments familiar to modern-day children.https://www.facebook.com/events/780363456267056/

Francesca Ekwuyasi says of writing her first novel, Butter Honey Pig Bread, "It gave me a sense of purpose and it felt like a companion that I miss now. Just having this thing that I could always turn to and be like, 'I love building this and I have a relationship with it.' When it […]

Join us for a historical fiction panel featuring bestselling authors:Susanna Kearsley, author of THE VANISHED DAYSGenevieve Graham, author of BLUEBIRDSanta Montefiore, author of THE DISTANT SHORESModerated by Janet Somerville.Enter to win a copy of all three books by purchasing a signed author copy from your local bookstore. Find a participating bookstore and enter now: https://bit.ly/3x6yEj0This […]

Please join us to celebrate the launch of Birth Road by Michelle Wamboldt.Set in early twentieth-century Nova Scotia, Birth Road is a story of love, lost innocence, and the secrets that so often haunt small places.The event will include an author talk and reading, as well as treats and books for sale and signing.Located at […]

Engen Books is proud to invite you to the launch of Sonia B. Glover's political memoir, 'It's Just Politics.' Thursday May 5 in the Garrison-Signal Room of the Sheraton St. John's, the same room where the fateful events of the memoir took place.There will be light refreshments and a cash bar.https://www.facebook.com/events/325967266300825/

I will be reading from If I Cry, I'll Fill the Ocean as well as taking questions about the book. This reading is sponsored by Canada Council for the Arts as well as The Writers' Unionhttps://www.facebook.com/events/4920693861331197/

Free Comic Book Day makes its triumphant return to the first Saturday in May and in person!Join us for free comics, cake, popcorn, and hand/arm painting for the kids!Sales:Long Box Back Issues - $1New comics – 20% offCollectible comics – 20% off (Short boxes and wall)Trades – 20% off (includes Manga, New & Used Trades)Pops […]

Flanker Press, in partnership with Coles - Avalon Mall will be hosting a Mother's Day Author Signing on Saturday, May 7th from 11:00 am - 3:30 pm.The following authors will be in attendance:Susan Flanagan - Supermarket Baby - 11:00 am - 12:30 pmHelen C. Escott - Operation Trafficked - 12:30 pm - 2:00 pmIda Linehan […]

Heya friends!Come help celebrate Free Comic Book Day with us May. 7/22!It’s been too long and I can’t wait to see everyone! ????Join us for:➡️ Free Comics➡️ Treats➡️ Prizes ➡️ Huge Discounts➡️ Cosplay Heroes & Villains from 12pm-3pm (Spider-Man, Black Cat, Captain America, Kingpin, Doctor Strange)Costumes are encouraged! Bring the whole family!Please hand sanitize at […]

After 2 years of hibernation, FREE COMIC BOOK DAY is BACK!!! ????????Join us in the safest way possible, outdoors at Acadia Park! Saturday, May 7th from noon until 3pm join us to get some free comics, meet some heroes, play some games, visit our mini artist alley, and have a great time! Don't forget to […]

Join author/illustrator Emma FitzGerald ("Hand Drawn Halifax"), for a walk that encourages slowing down and noticing the ways that active transportation is transforming the city of Halifax through sketching on location. Through noticing together we can share what we think works, doesn't work and could be even better!This walk is inspired by her recent illustration […]

L'autrice Nicole Poirier tiendra une séance de signature à la crèmerie Amiro à l'occasion de la fête des Mères.https://www.facebook.com/events/369715208273331/

Engen Books and Spoken Word St. John's would like to invite you to a very special Mother's Day event: the launch of Hannah Jenkins' masterpiece 'The Birds Come Back in the Spring.'Join us after 7:30PM May 8th at The Ship for an open mic book launch celebrating the launch of Hannah's new book of poems […]

Be the very first to get your copy of James Mullinger’s new book, Brit Happens and meet the man himself! Featuring an author talk, Q&A, refreshments, and more! This event is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase. https://www.facebook.com/events/999649114012501/

Sweet! Let's join Aaron in his kitchen and chat about his book.​ He is a “Mom-taught” baker with a thriving specialty cake business called of course “Happy Belly Cakery”!Please register here.https://publiclibrary.webex.com/publiclibrary/j.php?RGID=r01a7adf5358687f0ad3fb40e76269326Or call 737-3950 for more information.Registration will close 1 hour before the event.**The links to our events are not posted on Facebook. It will be […]

In Approaching Fire, Red River Métis poet, journalist, and editor Michelle Porter (MA’11, MA’20, PhD’16) embarks on a quest to find her great-grandfather, the fiddler and performer Léon Robert Goulet. Through musicology, jigs and reels, poetry, photographs, and the ecology of fire, Dr. Porter has created an ingenious portrait which expands beyond documentation into a […]

You are warmly invited to join us in celebrating the launch of Margo Wheaton’s new poetry collection RAGS OF NIGHT IN OUR MOUTHS (McGill-Queen’s University Press). Margo will be joined by fellow poets and special guest readers Brian Bartlett, Allan Cooper, and Basma Kavanagh. Hosted by the Writers Federation of Nova Scotia, this reading is […]

Join author Derek Yetman for the launch of his newest book, The Yankee Privateer at The Crow's Next (off the War Memorial).Derek Yetman will be reading from The Yankee Privateer, and will be signing copies The Yankee Privateer, The Beothuk Expedition, and Midshipman Squibb and the Battle for St. John's. Books will be available for […]

Carolyn Nicolson will launch her book "William Forsyth: Land of Hopes and Dreams" at the Kings County Museum. From the author's website:Carolyn Nicholson was born and raised in Nova Scotia, but it wasn’t until she began years of research into her Nova Scotia ancestors that she discovered how deep her roots were there. This lead […]

Join author Carolyn Nicholson at the King’s County Museum, Kentville, to celebrate the release of her first novel, "William Forsyth: land of hopes and dreams."https://www.facebook.com/events/4820317064733849/

Patrick Collins will be signing copies of his book, The Body on the Beach, on Friday, May 13, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road).Social distancing practices, as per provincial guidelines, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged.https://www.facebook.com/events/310452264499100/

Dawn Baker and Samantha Baker will be signing copies of their book, A Newfoundland Maple & other titles, at Coles - Village Shopping Centre on Friday, May 13, from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Drop by, say hi to Dawn & Samantha, and pick up a great gift for a child or two in your […]

Hey everyone! In the absense of my in-person shows this spring I've decided to do an online show this coming weekend for one day only (Saturday May 14th). I'll be going live at 12pm NL time for a walkthrough of my gallery and studio, show how I pack and ship artwork, unveil my 2023 calendars […]

The master of Newfoundland Gothic is back with a new novel to make you think differently about the stiff shadows of our culture. Brad Dunne outdoes himself with THE MERCHANT'S MANSION.Get it signed and meet the author at St. John's Farmers' Market Saturday, May 14 2022!https://www.facebook.com/events/1869403103251721/

Zine-making workshop*: Zines (pronounced ‘zeen’) are self-made, small books that can be about absolutely anything. In this workshop, you’ll learn to make your own zine with only a single sheet of paper. Zines area wonderful way to realize your creativity, either just for yourself or to share with others! *Registration is required, as seating is […]

Dawn Baker and Samantha Baker will be signing copies of their book, A Newfoundland Maple & other titles, at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road, St. John's) on Saturday, May 14, from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. Drop by, say hi to Dawn & Samantha, and pick up a great gift for a child or two in […]

Leo Furey will be signing copies of his new book, The Good Thief, on Sunday, May 15, from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road).Social distancing practices, as per provincial guidelines, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Masks are encouraged.https://www.facebook.com/events/1165313190935114/

Come visit us for Storytime with Meggie Spicer at 1pm as she reads her book "Pup's Place", and then pick up a personalized signed copy!https://www.facebook.com/events/700360327856560/

• Each participant will bring a locally authored novel that they have recently read and can part with. Locally authored will be defined as an author living within the Atlantic Bubble.• During the meeting, each person will take a turn telling everyone what they liked about the book they brought and why the others should […]

Fernwood Publishing in collaboration with the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition (CDPC) and Massy Books presents the launch of Heroin: An Illustrated History. This event will feature a discussion with drug activist Laura Shaver and author Susan Boyd. The speakers will discuss and draw from their years of advocacy for the end of drug prohibition, the […]

Join us for an evening of entertainment while supporting a good cause.Roderick MacDonald will read poems from his book 'Here and There' published by Acorn Press."These clever and accessible poems bring us home to the many joys of remembered verse, chock full of exquisite glimpse of PEI home and community, the people and places we […]

Please join us to celebrate the launch of Decoding Dot Grey by Nicola Davison.This heartfelt YA coming-of-age novel set in an animal shelter explores grief, first love, and growing pains.The event will be held at the Mic Mac Aquatic Club, 192 Prince Albert Road, Dartmouth, NS. (An accessible space)It will include a reading, Nicola in […]

Helen C. Escott will be signing copies of her book, Operation Trafficked, and other titles, on Friday, May 20, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road).Social distancing practices, as per provincial guidelines, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Masks are encouraged.https://www.facebook.com/events/1209293119840939/

The PEI Writers Guild is hosting another online opportunity for you to come together with other writers, share what we’d all like to individually work on for the morning, go off on our own to write and come back together a couple of hours later for a quick check in on what we’ve accomplished!This writing […]

Karen Dean shares a collection of raw, real stories of resilience from women in Nova Scotia in 2020Kacey Dean's storybook is about a young girl's unconditional love for her horse and how it's okay to be differenthttps://www.facebook.com/events/395646365905005/

Join us at Chapters Fredericton for a special in-store author event with James Mullinger. Copies of his new book, Brit Happens: Living the Canadian Dream will be available for purchase. https://www.facebook.com/events/3188840104688642/

Please join us as Nicola Davison reads from her new Young Adult novel, "Decoding Dot Grey". It is described as "A heartfelt YA coming-of-age novel set in an animal shelter from the award-winning author of In the Wake, exploring grief, first love, and growing pains." All welcome. Masks are required. https://www.facebook.com/events/359533759345942/

Thigibh ann is gabh spòrs--at Cottage Café next to Lake Banook in Dartmouth. Drop in any time for Gaelic conversation and a few songs! Browse Bradan Press's latest Gaelic books, including a seconds sale, and used Gaelic books too. We'll be outside on the patio, weather permitting.https://www.facebook.com/events/370212834897738/

Author Sonia B Glover will be signing copies of her book IT'S JUST POLITICS at Coles Avalon Mall on May 22nd, 2022!https://www.facebook.com/events/553576319444726/

Join Bradan Press for the online book launch of Òr a Mhaireas / Lasting Gold, a collection of new Nova Scotia Gaelic poetry! WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lucsyoZ2NQhttps://www.facebook.com/events/363435419068666/

Please join me for the Fragments of Faith in-person book launch at the Gallery! Pick up your copy or/and grab a deliciously crafted beverage at this beautiful bistro (FACT: they have 3 different cafe mochas you can buy ...) I would love to see you on this special day!https://www.facebook.com/events/514228800413607/

AN INVITATIONPlease join us for the Kjipuktuk/Halifax launch of The Affirmations, Luke Hathaway's fourth collection of poems. It is, in the words of Ali Blythe, “a trans mystical work of love and change.” The launch will be held at the Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia, 1113 Marginal Road, Halifax (enter on the port side), Thursday, […]

Join us to celebrate the launch of ‘We Happy Few’, debut novel from Aren A. Morris.The BookAs part of the city’s war effort, Polly Tremblay decides to train and work as a welder at the Halifax Shipyards. Affirmed by her work, Polly’s journey toward personal and professional independence begins. Soon, Victory in Europe is declared […]

What's in your stash? Welcome Ralph Jarvis co-author of "Quilted Stash" for a Newfoundland and Labrador Library virtual author chat. Join us as we chat about their new book and some awesome quilt projects they have on the go.Please register https://publiclibrary.webex.com/publiclibrary/j.php?RGID=rb6541793cbfef61c1305272f3e0d9680Registration will close 1 hour before the event.**The links to our events are not posted […]

Leo Furey will be signing copies of his new book, The Good Thief, on Friday, May 27, from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm at Chapters (70 Kenmount Road).Social distancing practices, as per provincial guidelines, will be in place and hand sanitizers will be available. Facial Masks are encouraged.https://www.facebook.com/events/943791859650138/

Join James Mullinger for an in-store book signing at Westminster Books!Copies of his new book, Brit Happens: Living the Canadian Dream will be available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public.https://www.facebook.com/events/398345335527801/

Join us for Open City Halifax!We will be hosting artists Heidi Holloway & live sketching from Pat Shattuck as well as works from Sculpture artist Roisin Cadieux. Bradan Press will also be on hand with the latest books, graphic novels and colouring book!Argyle Fine Art1559 Barrington streethttps://www.facebook.com/events/7797160146962601/

Author BRAD DUNNE will be signing copies of his book THE MERCHANT'S MANSION at Coles Avalon Mall on May 28th, 2022!https://www.facebook.com/events/4973261039423260/

Susan MacLeod depicts her experiences navigating the labyrinthine long-term care system with her mother in this graphic memoir recently nominated for several Atlantic Book Awardshttps://www.facebook.com/events/567970201427838/

Katie Feltmate is a Local Poet, whose recently released collection "Love in the Age of Quarantine" explores love, heartbreak, trauma, mental illness, healing, womanhood, and more!https://www.facebook.com/events/343582231195937/

Invisible Publishing and Another Story Bookshop present Anna Quon (WHERE THE SILVER RIVER ENDS) in conversation with Dorothy Ellen Palmer (FALLING FOR MYSELF). Join us for a live-streamed discussion between the two authors about their latest works.DATE: Monday, May 30TIME: 6-7 PM ET (7-8 PM AT)WHERE: https://zoom.us/j/96935954667 (No pre-registration required.)COST: FREEABOUT ANNA QUON: Middle-aged, mixed-race, […]

We're thrilled to be hosting acclaimed local writer, Chad Lucas, as we celebrate the release of his latest book, 'Let the Monster Out'. There will be a short reading from the book, a Q&A with the author, book signing and doodads & snacks to go! A bit about the book: 'Let the Monster Out' is […]

Chester Playhouse invites you to join us In Conversation with journalist, television personality and new author, Nancy Regan.Nancy Regan is a Canadian actress, journalist, news anchor, and television personality, most known for her fifteen-year tenure as host of CTV's Live at 5, reaching more than a quarter of a million viewers nightly. Since retiring from […]