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Updates on the Festival of Literary Diversity, FOLD Kids Book Fest, FOLD Academy, FOLD Reads and all year-round events supporting underrepresented Canadian authors.

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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Prepare for the new school year with FOLD Kids Book Fest! On Aug 26, join us for a free preview of the festival & learn how to bring meaningful conversations into the classroom with diverse Canadian books. Sign up at: foldkidscuratingstories.eventbrite.ca #edusky #skybrarian @foldkids.bsky.social
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FOLD Kids presents Curating Stories that Matter
Discover how the festival can help you bring meaningful conversations into your classroom through diverse books and Canadian authors.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
Check out Season 1 of the FOLD's Into the FOLD Podcast on YouTube. Enjoy all seven episodes and be sure to follow us on YouTube or wherever you listed to podcasts before Season 2 begins. youtube.com/playlist?lis...
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Into the FOLD: A Books and Lit Fest Podcast - YouTube
Into the FOLD: A Books and Lit Fest podcast is hosted by authors Jael Richardson and Hudson Lin. Guided by Richardson and Lin’s inquisitive natures, love of ...
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 09/05/2025
We are so excited to welcome R.F. Kuang back to the Rose Theatre in Brampton! On Monday, September 15 at 7:30pm, R.F. Kuang joins the FOLD's executive director, Jael Richardson, in conversation about her new novel, Katabasis. Tickets are on sale now! Visit thefoldcanada.org/rfkuang for more info.
[Image Description: blue graphic with photo of East Asian woman with black hair in a ponytail, wearing a black shirt. In front of her is a green hard cover book with gold text and sprayed edges. Text reads: Monday, September 15, 7:30pm. The Rose Theatre, Brampton. The FOLD Presents: An Evening with R.F. Kuang. In conversation with Jael Richardson. $18 Admission Only. $55 Admission + Book.]
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Jason Himsl (he/him/his) @jasonhimsl.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Happy 10th anniversary to #FOLD2025! Congratulations to @jaelrichardson.bsky.social and the rest of the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social organizing team for putting together yet another excellent program. I can't wait to be back in Brampton next year for year 11!
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Saleema Nawaz @saleema.bsky.social · 05/05/2025
Such an honour and thrill to attend @thefoldcanada.bsky.social this weekend! Truly one of the best literary festivals in the country.
The Rose Theatre in Brampton with a large banner for The Festival of Literary Diversity. Bubble pillar celebrating 10 years of The Fold. Smiling author with lanyard.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Here for the High Tea! #FOLD2025
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Suzan the chalant goth @sillysyntax.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
Oh also related to this, please follow/support the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social like they literally facilitated these interactions. They live posted panels this week. I see tons of people jumping down orgs/festivals that do things wrong. Fair. But also let's support orgs doing great. 🖤
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Suzan the chalant goth @sillysyntax.bsky.social · 04/05/2025
One more point about @thefoldcanada.bsky.social Today I had 5 separate Trinidadian women come up to the signing table and say, I thought I was alone. I like SF but I have never seen myself represented. Or, I have tried to write and I have never found a writing group person who understood +
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Sue Archer 🍁 @suearcher.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Some treasures from authors featured at the FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social, which is having its 10th anniversary. This is such a wonderful literary festival - I look forward to it every year. Lots of great panel conversations today, and now it's on to the spoken word showcase tonight! #FOLD2025
A collection of books surrounding the 10th anniversary program for The Festival of Literary Diversity. They include Wild Life by Amanda Leduc, The Match Faker by Ruby Barrett, Detective Aunty by Uzma Jalaluddin, The Brampton Poetry Project, Attic Rain by Samantha Jones, It Must Be Beautiful To Be Finished by Kate Gies, and last but definitely not least, Countess by Suzan Palumbo.
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Heather J. Witchy🧙 Wood @rollwithheather.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
The Novel Ideas panel @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ❤️📚
Authors Suzan Palumbo, Amanda Leduc, R.F. Kuang, Lindo Forbes sitting on a couch
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Heather J. Witchy🧙 Wood @rollwithheather.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
Critical conversations panel @thefoldcanada.bsky.social
Mattea Roach, Amal Elena Alh’Jooj, Morgan Campbell, Tanya Talaga sitting on a couch and talking to each other
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Heather J. Witchy🧙 Wood @rollwithheather.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
On the Go Train to Brampton for the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social! ❤️📚 thefoldcanada.org
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Home - The FOLD
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Suzan the chalant goth @sillysyntax.bsky.social · 03/05/2025
I had a lovely time at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social readception. The musicians and readers were incredible. It was heartening to be at an event that has diverse art, writing and readers at its core in these uncertain times. You all should give their account a follow. It's good work their doing.
A picture if the Rose theatre stage with a Jazz band bathed in blue light. Jael the host and founder if fold is at the mic.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
What a joyous evening filled with beautiful words and gorgeous colour at Daniel Maluka's PAINT AND POETRY NIGHT. Thanks to all who came and crafted such inspiring pieces based on Daniel's poems. That's a wrap on Day Five of #FOLD2025, join us tomorrow evening for THE GREAT READCEPTION at The Rose.
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Cheryl Payne @paynefulfun.bsky.social · 02/05/2025
Great morning w students @thefoldcanada.bsky.social learning from @davidarobertson.bsky.social & @tanyatalaga.bsky.social about family, community & the writing process. Inspiring! Thank you everyone! #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
A little BTS look at spoken word poets Wali Shah, Lisa Shen, Joshua "Scribe" Watkis, and host Spitty - another exclusive event for school groups. If you'd like to see a Spoken Word Showcase, check out our event this Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. EST only at the Rose Theatre #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
FOLD DAY 5: We kicked off with a student session featuring Tanya Talaga, David A. Robertson & Alyssa Gray-Tyghter talking about family & the importance of Indigenous community & storytelling #FOLD2025
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Suzan the chalant goth @sillysyntax.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
I'm going to be at the Rose theatre on Saturday with R.F. Kuang and Amanda LuDuc for the FOLD! This will probably be the biggest group I've ever talked about writing in front of 😅 I'll also be at the literary Cabaret tomorrow, which there may be some tickets left for? Say hi to me if you're there! 😃
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Iryn Tushabe (she/her) @wordsweaver.bsky.social · 01/05/2025
I’m wearing my best and newest shirt for my @thefoldcanada.bsky.social debut, a panel celebrating short stories and 30 years of the Journey Prize. Starting in 30 minutes!
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Hear short story authors John Elizabeth Stintzi, Iryn Tushabe, and Shashi Bhat discuss the power of short but meaningful stories. Moderated by Jack Wang, this event celebrates 30 years of the Journey Prize. 7PM EST Trivia, panel to follow. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
📣Love CBC’s Bookends? Join us for a special live taping with Mattea as they chat with Tanya Talaga, Amal Elsana Alh’jooj, and Morgan Campbell about navigating tough conversations with care. Grab your tickets TODAY: fold2025.eventbrite.com #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Embracing the cringe when writing poetry helps you become more honest and critical of your work. Learn from artist and poet Daniel Maluka on how to own the awkwardness in this LUNCH N LEARN POETRY WORKSHOP. Join us only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
This is just a handful of the momentous quotes that were shared in this morning's school group panel on CRAFTING GENRE. This panel and others are available to watch and re-watch until June 30th, only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
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Kerry C. Byrne @kercoby.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
I had a lovely time “talking genre” with @sillysyntax.bsky.social, Uzma Jalaluddin, and Ruby Barrett this evening at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ! Plenty of wonderful festival programming to come this week, and looking forward to my trip to Brampton for the in person event this weekend! 💜✨
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Kim Fahner @kimfahner.bsky.social · 30/04/2025
Congratulations to the folks at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social for some amazing programming again this year, and for the great links to buy books from indie bookstores like @anotherstoryto.bsky.social!
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Suzan the chalant goth @sillysyntax.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
I'm not supposed to be on SM lolz, but I WILL be at the FOLD virtual very very shortly. See you soon. 🖤
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Join Ruby Barrett, Suzan Palumbo, Uzma Jalaluddin, and moderator Kerry C. Byrne as they dive into the wonderful world of writing genre fiction. Event sponsored by ECW Press. 7 PM EST is trivia, with the panel TALKING GENRE to follow. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
Graphic of three authors and their book covers, with the words TALKING GENRE above them in black and gold letters.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Sharing this beautiful piece of wisdom from today's Interview with Kate Gies, the FOLD's very own writer-in-residence. Kate's interview, as well as all #FOLD2025 panels, are available to watch and re-watch until June 30. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com
Quote from Kate Gies: "When you’re writing about trauma,  keeping it time bound is important. So I’d be okay I have this memory so I’m just going to go into it and out of it. It was always in these short little pieces...Taking the idea of vignettes and with the advice of ‘write where the energy is’, so I wouldn’t write chronologically. "
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Join us soon for our interview with the FOLD's Writer-In-Residence, Kate Gies. Kate will share insights into her writing process, publishing journey, and more. Visit fold2025.vfairs.com to watch #FOLD2025
Graphic of an author smiling for the camera, with a picture of her book cover beside her. The words INTERVIEW WITH KATE GIES is written above her in black and gold letters.
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Shade @shadyfiles.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
I’ll be eating & gisting with food influencer, Ozoz Sokoh, author of Chop Chop this Sat, May 3. We’ll be at the Festival of Literary Diversity in Brampton @ 5:30pm. Come join us as we talk Naija food and culture. Tkts - thefoldcanada.org/register #blacksky #blackbooksky @thefoldcanada.bsky.social
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Samantha eff Jones @sjonespoet.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
read. having a blast at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ❤️📚
Woman with long curly brown hair wearing glasses, beaded earrings, and a golden yellow sweatshirt that says, “read.”
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Starting soon is our educational and can't-miss Lunch N Learn Workshop: NON-FICTION MEMOIR & CARE. Memoir author K. J. Aiello introduces the basics of memoir writing, a narrative arc, how to write difficult topics, and more. Enjoy your lunch and learn a bunch only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 29/04/2025
Missed R.F. Kuang at the sold-out NOVEL IDEAS panel? Catch her at the GREAT READCEPTION - where author readings meet live jazz, curated by Brampton’s Carmen Spada. Featuring R.F. Kuang, David A. Robertson, Amanda Leduc & more. Tickets going fast: fold2025.eventbrite.ca #FOLD2025
Six headshots of authors smiling, with the words THE GREAT READCEPTION: A LITERARY CABARET above them
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Test your trivia skills at 7 pm EST before MONSTERS IN NY MIND - a panel that openly and honestly discusses mental health and how it is reflected in writing #FOLD2025 Stick around for the after party post panel. This event is sponsored by Second Story Press. JOIN US: fold2025.vfairs.com
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
🚨🚨BREAKING NEWS! Tickets went fast! These events have officially sold out (or will be soon) - but don’t worry! There’s still so much more to experience, from thought-provoking panels to hands-on workshops this year at #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Curious about the impact of Artificial Intelligence on publishing? Want to know the implications of using this technology in writing? Lawyer and author Alicia Ellis navigates this here-to-stay technology in the workshop THE IMPACT OF A.I. ON PUBLISHING. Join us: fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
Graphic of a Black woman smiling, with cartoon pencil behind her. The words THE IMPACT OF AI ON PUBLISHING is written above her in gold and black letters
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Morgan Campbell is The Author of Your Next Fav Book @morganpcampbell.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
If it's nearly May, then it's almost time for my Don't Call it A #BookTour. I'll be everywhere with #MyFightingFamily, starting this Friday & Saturday at the Rose Theatre in Brampton as part of #FOLD2025 @thefoldcanada.bsky.social Ticket info right here
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Today at 2:00 PM EST, listen as literary agents Carly Watters, Marin Takikawa, and editor Anita Chong share their insights into how the publishing industry has changed over the last 10 years and where the industry is headed into the next decade. #FOLD2025 Join us, only at: fold2025.vfairs.com
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Starting soon is our first Lunch n Learn Fiction Workshop: THE POWER OF IMAGERY. Hear author Denise Da Costa delve into the world of storytelling through the use of sensory details and vivid description. Join us on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
We're kicking off Day 2 of #FOLD2025 with SUCCES IN SELF-PUBLISHING. Join Alicia Ellis, Tao Wong, and Katia Rose as they engage in conversations around the self-publishing process, and how this shift with publishing has impacted their careers and the industry. Visit fold2025.vfairs.com to watch:
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 28/04/2025
Trivia time! Join us RIGHT NOW on fold2025.vfairs.com for some fun questions before COMMUNITY IN CONFLICT. Hear authors Kagiso Lesego Molope, Sheung-King, and Andrea Currie discuss the ways they find meaningful connections and build community in the midst of conflict. #FOLD2025
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
Don’t miss the recording of The Sht No One Tells You About Writing at our next panel! Co-hosts Bianca Marais, CeCe Lyra & Carly Watters do "Books With Hooks" live w/ guest agent Marin Takikawa - real queries, real feedback, real insights. fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
Four headshots of women smiling, with the writing above them: "The Shit No One Tells You About Writing" panel
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
🚨Happening on vfairs AND YouTube🚨 #FOLD2025 Join FOLD Executive Director (and Canada Reads megafan!) Jael Richardson as she chats with these superstars on the impact that this competition has on their careers and how it affects CanLit. YT: www.youtube.com/live/CJg8MWc... VFAIRS: fold2025.vfairs.com
Words say "Canada Reads All Stars" and below are three headshots of authors participating in the event.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
Happening soon - Celebrate 10 years of the Festival of Literary Diversity with the FOLD team! We're kicking off the 2025 festival with our annual opening trivia event. Join us for the party and the chance to win exclusive book prizes. Visit: fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025
Four women of colour smiling at the camera, with the words "FOLD kick off party" above them
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 27/04/2025
HAPPY #FOLD2025!!! Kicking off this year is a morning writing sprint with Island Scribe, Simone Dalton. Join us on fold2025.vfairs.com for more!
picture of a Black woman with pencil graphics behind her. Words "Sunrise Writing Sprint with Island Scribe Simone Dalton"
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 26/04/2025
Aspiring author or curious about publishing? Don’t miss The Writer’s Hub: Publishing Roundtables - a LIVE-ONLY virtual event with agents, editors & more. No replays! Grab your pass now: fold2025.vfairs.com
Black and gold writing says "The Writer's Hub: Publishing Roundtables" happening on Sunday April 27 at 3:30pm. A picture of a man smiling where a computer headset in front of a laptop is accompanying the image.
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The Rights Factory @therightsfactory.bsky.social · 25/04/2025
🍽️📚 Grab your lunch + log on for @thefoldcanada.bsky.social's Lunch N' Learn Fiction Workshop! Join author #DeniseDaCosta (#ANDTHEWALLSCAMEDOWN) for a virtual session on The Power of Imagery in #FictionWriting! 🗓️ Mon, Apr 28 | ⏰ 12 PM ET | 💻 Online 🎟️ Register: thefoldcanada.org/festival-eve...
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Heather J. Witchy🧙 Wood @rollwithheather.bsky.social · 24/04/2025
The 10th anniversary @thefoldcanada.bsky.social begins on Sunday! www.cbc.ca/books/panel-...
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Panel hosted by Mattea Roach among the events featured at 2025 Festival of Literary Diversity | CBC Books
The FOLD festival spotlights work by diverse authors. Other events include writing workshops and a panel featuring Canada Reads all-stars Kamal Al-Solaylee, David Chariandy and katherena vermette.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
We're thrilled to announce the FOLD's 2025 Writer-In-Residence, Kate Gies, author of IT MUST BE BEAUTIFUL TO BE FINISHED! Join us for the FOLD's 10th anniversary, virtually from Apr 27-30 & in-person May 1-4 in Brampton. #FOLD2025 @kategies.bsky.social @simonschusterca.bsky.social
Graphic showing Kate Gies's headshot next to the cover image for their book, IT MUST BE BEAUTIFUL TO BE FINISHED. Black text beside author headshot reads: THE FESTIVAL OF LITERARY DIVERSITY, April 27 - May 4. In a black bar below the author headshot is the test: Registration Opens March 19 at thefoldcanada.org. At the bottom is a computer icon with the dates April 17-30, and a people icon with the date May 1-4, Brampton. At the top of the graphic, in script is the line, Celebrating a Decade of Change. In the top left and bottom right corners are decorative gold triangles with images of an audience and a table of books.
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FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social · 12/02/2025
We're excited to welcome Tanya Talaga, author of THE KNOWING, to the 2025 Festival of Literary Diversity! Join us for the FOLD's 10th anniversary, virtually from Apr 27-30 & in-person May 1-4 in Brampton. Registration opens on Mar 19! #FOLD2025 @harpercollinsca.bsky.social @tanyatalaga.bsky.social
Graphic showing Tanya Talaga's headshot next to the cover image for their book, THE KNOWING. Black text beside author headshot reads: THE FESTIVAL OF LITERARY DIVERSITY, April 27 - May 4. In a black bar below the author headshot is the test: Registration Opens March 19 at thefoldcanada.org. At the bottom is a computer icon with the dates April 17-30, and a people icon with the date May 1-4, Brampton. At the top of the graphic, in script is the line, Celebrating a Decade of Change. In the top left and bottom right corners are decorative gold triangles with images of an audience and a table of books.
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