Join us for a conversation with Ziyad Saadi, Zeina Sleiman and Jemimah Wei, three authors whose latest works explore the intricacies of family. Through readings and conversation, these writers bring to light the contradictions that define family life—love and silence, closeness and distance, fragility and resilience. Their stories remind us how family, in all its […]
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It is a well-worn cliché to say it takes a village, but behind every writer there is a publishing team helping to transform their concept, stories, and ideas into a finished book. As a writer’s career develops, what are the opportunities for other individuals in the industry to develop? How can Canada continue to grow […]
The evolution of genre fiction into mainstream readership has been one of the major success stories for the publishing industry in recent years. Romance, fantasy, as well as crime & mystery, are not only driving readership and defining literary trends, but cultural trends too (TIFA launches its new Romance Festival in November 2025)! Our expert […]
In 2025, the International Visitors (IV) Programme will welcome publishing leaders from around the world and across Canada to discover the wealth and diversity of the Canadian literary scene and publishing industry. The five day programme begins with this headline event, open to publishing professionals and public alike, to celebrate the achievements of Canada’s publishing […]
Come meet the people behind Canada’s independent publishing houses at TIFA’s Small Press Market. With 19 exhibiting small presses from across Ontario, this is a rare chance to explore the beauty and breadth of small press publishing, from handmade, limited-edition poetry chapbooks to larger-scale print productions of fiction and poetry. Spanning micropresses to mid-sized independents, […]
Enjoy the sonic landscape of many writers writing, connect with a typewriter, or receive a bespoke letter, poem or piece of flash fiction from a student in OCAD University’s Creative Writing program. All pieces produced are signed and ready to take home.
A Celebration of Brick Books’ 50th Anniversary! Please join TIFA and Brick Books as we raise a glass to 50 years of excellence in poetry and to the impact and resilience of Canadian indie publishing. Hosted by the wonderful Charlie Petch, with short readings by current and past Brick poets, special guests, and a celebratory […]
Join us September 7 for a night of theatre and music to celebrate the launch of Charlie Petch‘s new poetry collection Infinite Audition (Brick Books). Part poetry manuscript, part theatre resource for trans, non-binary and GNC actors, we will celebrate all the elements of the book, with music and performance. The author will be joined […]
Come join us for the exciting book launch of Matteo Cerilli‘s latest book release, Bad in the Blood (Tundra Books). This in-person event will be held at the Society Clubhouse at 967 College St in Toronto. With guest host Nkechinyem Oduh, followed by a book signing and a special screening of The Maltese Falcon, this launch is not to be missed. Be among […]
Celebrate the launch of Antonio Michael Downing‘s Black Cherokee (Simon & Schuster Canada) on August 21 at 7pm at It’s OK* Studios for a vibrant, genre-blending evening of music, literature, and community. The author—also known for his musical persona John Orpheus and his appearances on CBC’s The Next Chapter—will take centre stage for an unforgettable night […]
Join us Sunday, June 22 at 2pm for the launch of Sometimes I Eat with My Hands by Kid Haile (Groundwood Books). The event will take place at 13 Suns Ethiopian Cafe and Eatery. The author will be joined by moderator, Senait Litchmore for a conversation and reading followed by fun interactive activities including a […]
Join Bob and Phil, retired Toronto detectives, for a wild ride through the city’s crime history! With 30+ years of police experience, they’ll dish out jaw-dropping tales from Toronto’s underbelly. From shocking scandals to downright bizarre incidents, discover how crime shaped the city over 300 years. This event showcases stories handpicked from their walking tours, […]
Calling aspiring authors! Join our panel of experts from across the publishing industry in Canada, UK and the US, for a conversation filled with insights and advice from these who have the hard-won knowledge and experience of successfully getting a book from idea to print to reader. Get valuable tips and tricks on effectively pitching […]
What happens when a crime writer turns to love—and a romance writer turns to murder? Join bestselling authors Hannah Mary McKinnon and Uzma Jalaluddin as they cross genre lines in unexpected (and wildly entertaining) ways. McKinnon, known for her twisty psychological thrillers, is capturing hearts with her romance novels written as Holly Cassidy. Meanwhile, Jalaluddin, […]
At once deeply rooted in Korean society and universally resonant, Korean crime fiction is capturing the imagination of readers around the world. In this compelling panel, bestselling authors Mi-Ae Seo (The Only Child) and You-jeoung Jeong (Seven Years of Darkness and The Good Son) join literary influencer and #BookTok champion Jinwoo Park to explore the […]
Moderated by Jass Aujla (author of Next Of Twin and Regional Director for Crime Writers of Canada), and joined by panelists C. Fitton (author of Her Dead Boyfriend), Alexis Stefanovich-Thomson (author of The Road to Heaven), Steve Urszenyi (author of Perfect Shot), and Angela Van Breemen (author of Past Life’s Revenge), hear first-hand from debut […]
Red herrings. Hard-boiled loners. Remote mansions, closed circles, final twists. Mystery fiction is full of familiar setups – but it’s what writers and publishers do with those tropes that keeps readers hooked. We bring together three experts, Globe and Mail crime and mystery reviewer Margaret Cannon, Orenda Books publisher Karen Sullivan and bestselling author Gregg […]
From bumbling amateur sleuths and wisecracking sidekicks to farcical mishaps and perfectly timed one-liners, comedy has long had a home in the mystery genre. In this entertaining panel, authors Jonathan Whitelaw, Catherine Mack and Sue Hincenbergs dive into the art of writing crime fiction that’s as funny as it is suspenseful. They’ll discuss the delicate […]
Join case-active forensic anthropologist Gregory Grace-Alcock, as she details the day-to-day tasks of missing person searches and recovery, as well as the complications or considerations that are a part of human remain recovery. From trauma to taphonomy, participants will be able to engage with, and better understand how professionals ensure the ethical recovery and treatment […]
Join us to hear the latest in Canadian crime fiction! Crime Writers of Canada (CWC), a national non-profit organization for Canadian crime and mystery writers, will offer a thrilling glimpse into the latest scintillating stories by homegrown writers. This event is free to attend. Event takes place outdoors at Victoria University.
Join us May 21 at It’s Ok* Studios for the launch of Encampment by Maggie Helwig (Coach House Books), in conversation with Dr. Andrew Boozary. RSVP to the event here: encampment.eventbrite.ca ABOUT THE BOOK An activist priest provides sanctuary for an encampment of unhoused people in her churchyard The housing crisis plaguing major urban centres has […]
Join us on Saturday, June 7 for the launch of Revolutions by Hajer Mirwali (Talonbooks). This is sure to be a lively event full of poetry readings as well as various musical and vocal performances from local musicians. Another Story Bookshop with be on site to sell books. Schedule 6:30 – 7:00 pm – doors open […]
Join us on May 31 for the launch of A Dark Death by Alice Fitzpatrick (Stonehouse Publishing). The event will be also feature fellow author Anthony Bidulka and his latest book, Home Fires Burn. The event will be held at the Centre for Social Innovation on Spadina, doors will open at 6:45pm. Toronto Lit Up is a […]
Join us for an illuminating evening with Dr. Roberta Bondar, the world’s first neurologist in space and the first female Canadian astronaut, who will be discussing her latest book, Space for Birds: Patterns and Parallels of Beauty and Flight (Figure 1 Publishing). In Space for Birds, the lives and habitats of two majestic bird species — the endangered Whooping […]
