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Join author Kathy Stinson and illustrator Ellie Arscott for the launch of Levi’s Gift. This heartfelt picture book celebrates the healing power of music and the magic of intergenerational friendships. There will be a reading, signing, crafts and a performance by a young musician.

Books will be available for purchase on site.

Toronto Lit Up is a multi-year initiative, started in 2016 by the Toronto International Festival of Authors and the Toronto Arts Council, to spotlight Toronto writers and empower local artists with career-building opportunities. Between April 2016 and March 2025, Toronto Lit Up has presented over 200 events featuring over 250 Toronto authors and illustrators. Toronto Lit Up book launches take place throughout the year at venues across the city. They are open to the public and free to attend. Click here for more information.

This event will be followed by a book signing.

Levi’s Gift

A big-hearted book from the beloved author of A Tulip in Winter celebrating the healing power of music and the magic of intergenerational friendships. Levi’s violin tells stories. It quietly sings the tragic song of how Levi lost his home and family to war. It also celebrates happy times, as Levi ... Read more

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Ellie Arscott

Ellie Arscott has illustrated several children’s books including The Warmest Blanket in the World (Second Story Press) and A is for Anne (Pownal Street Press). Her illustration debut, Night Walk (Groundwood Books), was awarded the SCBWI Canada East Crystal Kite award.

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