This is a FREE event with registration. Please RSVP on Eventbrite to reserve your spot. Click here. Join us for an engaging conversation exploring the artistic, linguistic, and dramaturgical processes behind translating the play I, Your Big Analogue Brother, His F*cking Cat, and You by one of Germany’s most prominent contemporary writers, Felicia Zeller. This […]
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Who says the road to happily ever after has to be smooth, tidy, or even all that “happy”? Join authors Kristin Cast and Ellie K. Wilde as they dig into the beloved (and sometimes eye-roll-inducing) happily ever after. What makes a satisfying ending? When do you bend the rules, and when do you blow them […]
What is it about romance that keeps readers coming back for more? Authors Farah Heron, Amy James, and Jackie Khalilieh reflect on why they love the genre and explore its timeless appeal. From emotional connection and hope to the joy of happy endings, they’ll discuss what makes romance uniquely powerful and how it continues to […]
Every author’s path to publication is unique. H. Leighton Dickson, Rebecca Fisseha, and Emily Ohanjanians share their personal journeys from debut novels to navigating the publishing world. They’ll discuss the challenges, surprises, and lessons learned along the way, offering insight and encouragement for aspiring writers. Moderated by Sonica Mizerski Limited space available. Arrive early to […]
The mystic world of tarot comes alive with authors Kristin Cast and Lori Dyan as they explore how the cards inspire and influence their work. Dyan’s Big Deck Energy offers a vibrant, empowering guide to connecting with tarot’s transformative energy in everyday life, encouraging readers to trust their intuition and embrace their inner power. Meanwhile, […]
Experience the thrill of sports romance with Amy James and Ellie K. Wilde as they dive into their latest novels. Ellie’s Only Between Us brings a steamy NFL fake-dating romance where two rivals team up to save their careers and maybe find love. Amy’s Crash Test races through a Formula 1 love story tested by secrets, heartbreak, and […]
Celebrate the magic of the season with authors Julia McKay (pen name for Marissa Stapley) and Kristine Winters (pen name for Karma Brown), as they unwrap stories of warmth, hope, and second chances. In McKay’s The Holiday Honeymoon Switch, two best friends swap getaways—one ends up snowed in with a grumpy academic rival, the other stuck in […]
BookTok has transformed the way readers discover romance, turning unexpected titles into viral sensations overnight. Authors Briar Boleyn and Lily Chu dive into the impact of this powerful community on the genre. They’ll discuss how BookTok shapes reading trends, the challenges and joys of having a book catch fire online, and what it means for authors trying to […]
From enemies to lovers, fake dating, and the ever-iconic second chance at love, tropes are the beating heart of romance fiction. Authors Melodie Edwards, Jenny Holiday, and Emily Ohanjanians unpack why readers can’t get enough of familiar storylines told in fresh, surprising ways. Together they’ll explore how tropes evolve with each generation, how they reflect cultural […]
Explore the bittersweet and exhilarating journeys of self-discovery and connection with Kelley Armstrong and Amy Rosen. Rosen’s Off Menu follows a young woman who inherits both money and the push to pursue her passion, navigating the heat of culinary school and the complexities of modern romance. Armstrong’s Writing Mr Wrong follows a debut author and […]
Step into worlds of magic, danger, and desire with authors Briar Boleyn and H. Leighton Dickson, whose stories blend romance, rebellion, and richly imagined realms. In Boleyn’s The Bonds That Burn, the halls of Bloodwing Academy run on power, secrets, and dragon fire, where legacy can be as deadly as love. In Dickson’s Ship of […]
Discover the vibrant worlds of young love and self-discovery with Jackie Khalilieh and M.K. Lobb as they explore the highs and lows of romance in their latest young adult novels. In To Steal from Thieves, Lobb delivers a thrilling fantasy romance filled with loyalty, danger, and unexpected connections. Khalileh’s You Started It blends heartfelt emotion […]
When love starts as pretend, anything can happen. Join Rebecca Fisseha and Nisha J. Tuli for a conversation about ambition, risk, and finding truth in unexpected places. In Not Safe for Work, Tuli delivers a sharp forced-proximity romcom where workplace rivals find themselves forced into close quarters on a Hawaiian retreat, discovering that competition and […]
Join authors Lily Chu and Jenny Holiday as they explore the irresistible tension between rivalry and desire. In Into the Woods, Holiday brings together two fiercely independent personalities who must share close quarters during a wilderness retreat, where old grudges and new attractions blur the line between irritation and affection. In Chu’s Drop Dead, professional rivals […]
Mentees join their mentors to explore the process of creative writing through the University of Toronto’s Creative Writing Programme. Join Shyam Selvadurai, Phoebe Wang, and Anne Michaels in conversation with their students on the benefits, drawbacks and surprises of mentorship. Panelists: Anne Michaels Shyam Selvadurai Phoebe Wang Moderated by Tom Froh
A lively discussion on how the age of AI is impacting creativity in the classroom. The life of an academic might seem like a good fit for a creative writer — an engaging life of the mind, eager students, summers off. But it also has its challenges, complications, and surprises. Four writer-professors affiliated with Victoria […]
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT Join us for a remarkable evening with internationally acclaimed author, John Irving, as he presents his sixteenth novel, Queen Esther – a powerful return to the world of his beloved classic The Cider House Rules. Spanning from Vienna in 1905 to Jerusalem in 1981, Queen Esther traces Esther Nacht’s extraordinary […]
PUBLIC ON SALE: October 16 Celebrate the best in contemporary Canadian literature at an evening showcasing the 2025 Giller Prize shortlisted authors. Join these exceptional authors as they read from their nominated works, share insights into their craft, and discuss the stories that earned them a place among Canada’s literary elite. Don’t miss this chance […]
Join celebrated graphic novelists Eric Kim (Canada) and Hong Yeon-sik (Korea) for a special showcase on the theme of “Home.” They will present original concept art and discuss the cultural differences in how “”home”” is perceived in their work. Eric Kim, has over two decades of experience across genres from sci-fi to Canadian superheroes, including […]
Grab a slice of cake, a cup of tea, and get into the festive spirit with bestselling authors Holly Cassidy, Jenny Colgan, and Farah Heron as they come together to celebrate their latest holiday romances. These authors will discuss the magic of seasonal storytelling, the joys and challenges of writing holiday romance, and why snowy […]
Grab a slice of cake, a cup of tea, and step into a dialogue between two beloved authors Melodie Edwards and Uzma Jalaluddin for a spirited conversation on modern romance inspired by the timeless works of Jane Austen. Jalaluddin’s Much Ado About Nada offers a fresh take on Persuasion, set against the backdrop of a […]
Join Giller prizewinning author Michael Redhill as he dives into the world of his much anticipated new novel, The Trial of Katterfelto, the second instalment of Modern Ghosts, a triptych of novels. Set in the late-eighteenth century, the novel follows traveller, conjurer and amateur scientist Gustavus Katterfelto and his colleague, Roger Gossage as they travel […]
Join editor, Elamin Abdelmahmoud, and contributors Jesse Wente, Jessica Johnson and Carol Off as they discuss the new collection Elbows Up! Canadian Voices of Resilience and Resistance. This anthology is in response to the USA’s recent threats against Canada, and brings together a diversity of Canadian voices who question what it means to have treaties […]
Join international authors Sibylle Grimbert and Michel Nieva in conversation as they approach our contemporary climate crisis through fictional lenses of the past and the future. Award-winning French novelist, Grimbert’s The Last of Its Kind is translated into English for the first time and tells the story of a young geologist in 19th century Iceland […]
