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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 Word Under The Street — Programming

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  • 2:00–3:00 :: Cartooning Workshop
    with Robin Thompson

    Pick up a pencil and learn how to create awesome characters and design your own comic strip. Robin Thompson is an illustration instructor at Emily Carr University, comic book artist of Knuckles Malone and Captain Spaceman, and freelance artist. He curated the exhibit The Art of Comics at the Concourse Gallery earlier this year.
    Class is limited to 20 participants so early queuing is recommended. Ages 11–16

  • 12:00–3:00 :: Comic Critiques

    Attention aspiring comic artists and writers. Do you have any in-progress or finished works and do you want an honest opinion from an experienced comic artist? Well here’s your chance to get 15 minutes of undivided attention, advice and affirmation. Bring your work, choose a mentor and sign up early at The Word Under the Street because we only have 24 spots and they’re going to go fast!
    Comic Consultants
    12:00 — Jeff Ellis, Tara C. Carmichael
    12:30 — Carina Piccioni, Kim Glennie
    1:00 — Steve Rolston, James Lloyd
    1:30 — Mary Karaplis, Sydney More
    2:00 — Leonard S. Wong, Jenna Sokalski
    2:30 — Jonathon Dalton, Jesse Davidge