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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 5h

Jordy Rosenberg - Night Night Fawn Eric Beck Rubin - Ten Clear Days Ahmad Saber - Ramin Abbas Has MAJOR Questions Anakana Schofield - Library of Brothel

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 5h

Joss Richard - Let's Kiss and Tell Lisa Robertson - Riverwork, Boat Eden Robinson - The Sorceress of Sky Serpents Jane Rogoyska - Hotel Exile

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 5h

Come listen to these wonderful guest authors at #VWF2026! Purchase your tickets through writersfest.bc.ca 🎟️

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 7h

Kevin Hardcastle (County Road Six) and Zak Jones (Fancy Gap) have written two of the most gorgeously penned, revelatory novels of the year. They’ll discuss craft and share the stories behind these stunning new books at #VWF2026. October 24 at 5 PM writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 30/09/2026

We are honoured to hear from these authors at this year’s Festival, and encourage you to pick up these recommended reads at a bookstore or library near you.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 30/09/2026

On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’re highlighting a few recent books that are guiding our understanding of the ongoing process of reconciliation—along with outstanding books of every genre by Indigenous authors, that deserve a place on your shelf.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 30/09/2026

📖 Emily St. John Mandel with her stunning latest novel, Exit Party. She offered insights into her writing process with moderator Michelle Cyca. 📸: Rick Lee ‼️ Not to mention R. F. Kuang last weekend (photos to come), Patrick Lennox at Incite, and up next, Rachel Reid on Monday (sold out)!

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 30/09/2026

🌆 Colson Whitehead with Cool Machine, the electrifying finale to his iconic Harlem Trilogy. He gave a speech both humorous and thought-provoking about his work, and was interviewed by William Johnson. 📸: Helen He

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 30/09/2026

In case you missed it, we’ve been having a legendary pre-Festival special event run. In the past few months, we’ve had the great fortune of hosting: 🐎 Ann Patchett with her luminous and rave-reviewed new novel, Whistler. She spoke on-stage with VWF Artistic Director Leslie Hurtig. 📸: Chelsey Stuyt

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 29/09/2026

Respected authors and political commentators Andrew Coyne (The Crisis of Canadian Democracy), Patrick Lennox (On Treason), and Carol Off (True Patriot Love) take the stage to address the threats undermining Canadian democracy and sovereignty. Moderated by Max Fawcett.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 29/09/2026

Event 69. Roundtable on Canadian Sovereignty is sold out in-person, but you can now purchase tickets to watch the event online! Pay-what-you-can options are available for the livestream. October 24 at 10:30 AM (or watch the recording until Nov 1) writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 29/09/2026

Yasuko Thanh worked with Palestinian citizen Hassan Kanafani to turn his experiences amidst the genocide in Gaza into a book of clear-eyed witness: Pizza Before We Die. She speaks here with Carol Shaben. Yasuko Thanh’s attendance presented thanks to the generous support of an anonymous patron.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 29/09/2026

Event 48. Yasuko Thanh: An Eyewitness Account in Gaza is sold out in-person, but you can now purchase tickets to watch the event online! Pay-what-you-can options are available for the livestream. 🗓️ October 22 at 8:00 PM (or watch the recording until Nov 1) writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

Originally envisioned as a film, A New Kind of Clean represents a new level of collaboration between bestselling author Iain Reid and award-winning filmmaker Ellie Foumbi. In conversation with Tom Charity. Presented in partnership with VIFF writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

Carolina Pihelgas - The Cut Line Willie Poll - Minnow, A Salmon Story: Protecting the Future Michelle Porter - A Glacier's Guide to Dying Iain Reid - A New Kind of Clean

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

Mangeshig Pawis-Steckley - Canada: We Are the Story, Mooz / Moose @cadenceweapon.bsky.social - Ways of Listening: Building a Deeper Relationship with Music in the Streaming Era Briony Penn - The Seabird Trials: How a Scientist Took Big Oil to Court and Won

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

We’re pleased to introduce these authors as featured guests for #VWF2026! Tickets for all events on sale now at writersfest.bc.ca.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

72. David Treuer in Conversation 🗓️ October 24 at 10:30 AM New York Times bestselling author David Treuer offers an intimate rumination on the distinct nature of North American violence in his groundbreaking memoir, The Savage Mind: An Indigenous Legacy.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

63. Eden Robinson in Conversation 🗓️ October 23 at 5:00 PM 💛 Also presented with Penguin Random House Canada Internationally acclaimed Haisla and Heiltsuk author Eden Robinson shares her latest fantastical novel, The Sorceress of Sky Serpents.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

40. Masterclass with Monique Gray Smith 🗓️ October 22 at 1:00 PM Grades 3–6 58. Monique Gray Smith: Sharing the Light 🗓️ October 23 at 1:00 PM

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

04. Storytime with Willie Poll 🗓️ October 20 at 10:15 AM Sold out in person; register to watch online! 07. Jesse Wente: Tough Lies - SOLD OUT 🗓️ October 20 at 1:00 PM

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

Celebrated authors take the stage in these #VWF2026 events featuring Indigenous writers and their acclaimed latest works, presented in partnership with Talking Stick Festival. 💛 All tickets: writersfest.bc.ca/2026-festiva... 📸 Photo from VWF 2025: Paola Tolentino

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

Amal El-Mohtar offers glimpses into gleaming worlds and fairy tales with teeth, and a plethora of award-winning stories, in Seasons of Glass and Iron.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

The clever, wry stories in Dina Del Bucchia’s Tougher Than the Rest investigate the ripple effects of wealth disparity on women. Chanel Sutherland traces the lives of Caribbean immigrants navigating life and identity in Canadian cities in her linked short story collection, Layaway Child.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

Moderated by Corinna Chong, come hear from the authors of three exceptional short-story collections: @delbauchery.bsky.social, @amalelmohtar.com, and Chanel Sutherland. October 22: Presented with Room Magazine writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

Pulitzer Prize-winning author Andrew Sean Greer’s charming latest novel, Villa Coco, is coloured with an endless stream of visitors, some love conundrums, and all the delights of la dolce vita. He’s joined in conversation by Alix Ohlin at #VWF2026. October 21: writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

71. Poets in Conversation 🗓️ October 24 at 10:30 AM 💛 Presented with Vancouver Poetry House Renowned Canadian poets Canisia Lubrin, Eve Joseph, and Derek Beaulieu sit down for a wide-ranging conversation about the art of verse.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

57. Verses of Transformation 🗓️ October 23 at 1:00 PM 💛 Presented with Indian Summer Festival Multi-award-winning poet Canisia Lubrin introduced this event at last year’s Festival to great accolade. Featuring Jordan Abel, Gwen Aube, Camilla Gibb, Jess Housty, Shani Mootoo, and Lisa Robertson.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

53. Do It Wrong: Poetry Masterclass with Derek Beaulieu 🗓️ October 23 at 10:00 AM In this radically liberating masterclass, Derek Beaulieu will hand poets, students, and educators a permission slip to take a path others reject, do the counter-intuitive thing, and embrace the weird.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

49. The Poetry Bash 🗓️ October 22 at 8:30 PM 💛 Presented with Modo and Vancouver Poetry House This year’s Poetry Bash lineup features Jordan Abel, Gwen Aube, Elee Kraljii Gardiner, Jess Housty, Eve Joseph, Meghan Kemp-Gee, Canisia Lubrin, and Billeh Nickerson with host Rob Taylor.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

38. Word! 3 🗓️ October 22 at 1:00 PM There are three chances to catch our Spoken Word event series, and this is the last one with tickets available! Hear powerful performances from Brandon Wint, fanny kearse, and Ayda Niknami, curated by Jillian Christmas.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 25/09/2026

Poetry lovers, this one’s for you! Join us at #VWF2026 to hear from local and international poets who will fill your cup with exquisite verse. Browse all poetry events: writersfest.bc.ca/2026-festiva... 📸 Marc Perez reading at last year’s Poetry Bash.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

ASL interpretation is included at this event. Watch this video for information in ASL:

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

BC’s Human Rights Commissioner, Kasari Govender, hosts acclaimed Turkish author and journalist Ece Temelkuran for a vital conversation and episode of the Beyond the Headlines series on October 23. @humanrights4bc.bsky.social Free to attend, in-person or online: writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

Billeh Nickerson - Blood Clot Banana Bag @liznugent.bsky.social - The Truth About Ruby Cooper Sara O'Leary - A Friend Is a Friend Is a Friend Arizona O'Neill - Opioids and Organs

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

Meet this next group of guest authors! Come listen to them and many more authors at #VWF2026 from October 18–25, 2026. Tickets are live! 🎟️ 🎟️

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

🧑‍🏫 Teachers— although the subsidy application form is now closed, you can still register your class to watch any Festival youth event online for FREE! 💗 The full list of our 2026 donors is available on our website.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 24/09/2026

We’re thrilled to share that thanks to the support of our generous donors, the Vancouver Writers Fest has been able to distribute over $15,000 in subsidies to schools across the Lower Mainland this year, enabling hundreds of students to attend #VWF2026 and be inspired by brilliant authors. 💛

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 23/09/2026

In Live to See the Day, journalist @markmedley interviews more than 250 people to find people who have devoted their lives to dreams they know have little chance of coming true. He speaks with Marsha Lederman at #VWF2026. October 20: writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 23/09/2026

63. Eden Robinson in Conversation 🗓️ October 23 at 5:00pm 💛 Presented in partnership with Penguin Random House Canada and Talking Stick Festival 77. Jason Stanley: Erasing History 🗓️ October 24 at 5:00pm 💛 Presented in partnership with Vancouver Historical Society

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 23/09/2026

59. Sally Hayden: This Is Also a Love Story 🗓️ October 23 at 1:00pm 62. Liz Nugent in Conversation 🗓️ October 23 at 5:00pm 💛 Sally Hayden and Liz Nugent’s attendance are made possible thanks to the generous support of Culture Ireland

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 23/09/2026

08. Graphic Novel Masterclass with Ian Boothby and Pia Guerra 🗓️ October 20 at 1:00pm 17. Canary in a Coal Mine 🗓️ October 20 at 8:30pm 20. Storytime with Friends 🗓️ October 21 at 10:15am

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 23/09/2026

Multiple events at #VWF2026 have already sold out, and these events—a mix of youth and adult offerings—are on their way. If you have your eye on any of these seven events, we recommend checking your schedule and booking your tickets soon! 🎟️ writersfest.bc.ca/2026-festiva...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 22/09/2026

Filled with memorable stories and James’s contagious passion for music, this is an unmissable event for his fans, and all who find inspiration in song.

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 22/09/2026

Colin James shares a heartfelt coming-of-age story in his newest memoir Playing the Changes. He is joined by Jared Bland in conversation at #VWF2026. October 20: Presented with Penguin Random House Canada writersfest.bc.ca/festival-eve...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 21/09/2026

Jackie Morris - The Book of Birds Geoffrey D. Morrison - The Coffin of Honey Roz Nay - All Rise for Murder @classicshowbiz.bsky.social - Sorry, We're Funny: How Canada Became a Comedy Powerhouse

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 21/09/2026

Danielle McKechnie - This Changes Everything @markmedley - Live to See the Day: Impossible Goals, Unimaginable Futures, and the Pursuit of Things That May Never Be @robertmoor_ - In Trees: An Exploration Shani Mootoo - Starry Starry Night, Oh Witness Dey!

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 21/09/2026

Meet these guest authors at #VWF2026 happening from October 18-25th! Grab your tickets now. 🎟️

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