Hello/Goodbye: An evening of readings & literary discussion presented by the Calgary Distinguished Writers Program

Calling all readers and writers! Join the Calgary Distinguished Writers Program for an evening of readings, literary discussion, live Q&A and book giveaways. Help welcome incoming Canadian Writer-in-Residence Meg Braem and say farewell to outgoing Writer-in-Residence Sharanpal Ruprai. Registration required. Meg Braem is an Alberta-based playwright whose plays have been nominated for the Governor General’s Literary Award…

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By CAA Volunteer September 18, 2020

Victoria Festival of Authors: 2020 Victoria Book Prizes

Join us for a festive evening celebrating our region’s finest authors. CBC Radio’s Gregor Craigie will host readings by authors shortlisted for this year’s Victoria Book Prizes. The event will conclude with the awarding of the City of Victoria Butler Book Prize ($5,000) and the City of Victoria…

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By CAA Volunteer September 16, 2020

Victoria Festival of Authors: In Conversation – Leanne Betasamosake Simpson with Carey Newman

Featuring Leanne Betasamosake’s new novel Noopiming: The Cure for White Ladies Celebrated for her uncompromising truth-telling and genre-bending style, Michi Saagiig Nishnaabeg writer, scholar, and musician Leanne Betasamosake Simpson has been the recipient of numerous literary accolades. Join us as she discusses her most recent book Noopiming with…

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By CAA Volunteer September 16, 2020

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