Author and writer events
Connect with writers near and far with City Library's many author events and programs. Previous author talks have included Suzanne Simard, Sonia Garrett, Lorna Crozier, Ann Hui and Ivan Coyote.
North Shore Authors Collection
The North Shore Authors Collection inspires, supports and celebrates the literary talent of North Shore authors by showcasing locally created content in all three North Shore libraries for one year, starting in the fall.
North Shore Writers Festival
Nestled between the towering, white-capped North Shore mountains and the deep blue waters of the Burrard Inlet, the North Shore Writers Festival brings Canadian authors and readers together to celebrate Canadian literature!
Upcoming events
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: Literary trivia with host Charles Demers
Friday, April 12, 2024, 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: From Snooze to Groove – Enliven Your Memoir Writing Process with JJ Lee
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 10:00 am to 11:30 am
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: Traditional welcome from Kung Jaadee
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 10:00 am to 10:15 am
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: Poetic licence — on approaching and creating poetry
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 11:45 am to 12:45 pm
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: The Veggie Verse — insights from plant-based cookbook creators
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: YA author Sarah Suk in conversation with Sabina Khan
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 2:15 pm to 3:15 pm
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Festival: Brian Thomas Isaac in conversation with Margaret Gallagher
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
Authors & writers
North Shore Writers Association: Kevin Chong in conversation with Emi Sasagawa
Saturday, April 13, 2024, 4:45 pm to 5:45 pm