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Friday, September 21 to Sunday, September 23, 2012

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

  • Banyen Books & Sound

    Author reading and book signing. Banyen Books & Sound is located at 3608 W. 4th Avenue, Vancouver.

  • Historic Joy Kogawa House

    Meet the new writer-in-residence and learn to collage buttons. Historic Joy Kogawa House is located at 1450 W. 64th Avenue, Vancouver.


SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

  • Carnegie Centre

    A full day of workshops, readings, and talks at the Carnegie Centre on the downtown east side.


SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2011

  • Mainstage

    It’s Festival Central here at the steps of the South Plaza! The Word On The Street Vancouver presents an exciting and entertaining roster of performances.

  • Magazine Life Tent

    These panel discussions, demonstrations and performances will introduce audiences to the exciting world of Canadian magazine publishing. Free samples, subscriptions and special deals on offer!

  • Authors Tent

    Listen to and meet some of the biggest stars on the West Coast literary scene and discover fresh new voices all under one roof on Homer Street.

  • Canada Writes

    Popular, bestselling and thought-provoking reads ranging from murder and burlesque to environmentalism and astrology.

  • Poetry Tent

    Experience the power of great poetry to convey a complexity of emotions in these readings by established and emerging writers. Don’t forget to visit the Poetry in Transit bus at Hamilton and Robson.

  • Kids Tent

    Geared to ages 6 and up, the Kids Tent on Literacy Lane (Hamilton Street) is the place to be, with great Canadian literature for readers  of all levels.

  • Raise-a-Reader Corner

    Picture books, storytelling and more for the whole family, especially ages 0–7. Travel to distant lands, sing and dance, explore First Nations culture, and discover great local food on Literacy Lane (Hamilton Street).

  • Writing Talks

    Located inside the library, downstairs in the Peter Kaye Room. Focusing on writing and publishing, these special sessions fill up quickly, so early queuing is recommended.

  • Word Talks

    Downstairs in the library, in the Alma Van Dusen Room. Discover writing tips, learn how to make a business plan, and get marketing hints.

  • Visual Exhibits

    Located in the library, in the moat downstairs and the promenade upstairs. Take in exhibits displaying the visual component to books and magazines.

  • The Word Under The Street

    Local alternative comic book artists and illustrated zine producers. Downstairs in the Alice MacKay Room.

The 2011 Festival is now a three-day event.

Don't miss an exciting array of events on Friday and Saturday. The event you know and love will still be happening on Sunday at Library Square. Browse the website for detailed events, visit our blog, follow us on Twitter and Like us on Facebook!

 

Pick up a Program Guide

In September, printed program guides will be available at bookstores, libraries and community centres throughout the Lower Mainland. If you can't wait to pick up a copy, check out our online version via Issuu.

 

ADDITIONAL EXHIBITOR PROGRAMMING

Author Readings at the CUPE Tent (T4)
• 1:00 pm — Daniel Gawthrop reading from his work in progress, “Dear Joe...”: A Dissenter’s Inquisition of Pope Benedict XVI
• 2:00 pm — Charles Demers reading from Vancouver Special
• 3:00 pm — Derrick O’Keefe reading from A woman among warlords
Free Writing Consults by The Writer’s Studio at SFU
The Writer’s Studio at SFU alumni Karim Alrawi, Raoul Fernandes, Joan Flood, Arleen Pare and ReneĢe Sarojini Saklikar will offer free 15 minutes consults on 2–3 pages of your writing. They will also answer your writing questions. Consults are available between 10:30AM and 3:30PM at the Writing and Publishing table in the Village. A reservation is required, see details here.
Sony Reader Lounge
Take a break from all the wonderful on-site events and check out the Sony Reader Lounge on Homer Street (T10). Browse ebooks and check out the new 2011 eReader models.

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