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Wanting to stay updated with independent BC Publishers? Here is our starter pack of Books BC members active on Bluesky! go.bsky.app/CUYmYPF

Exciting news! Keiko Honda recently sat down with Joseph Planta for an engaging, in-depth interview on The Commentary. Tune in as they explore Keiko's third memoir, Words That Last. Check out the full interview here! thecommentary.ca/ontheline/24...

The Read Local BC BookBlast is back! This collab between Books BC and BCLA @bcla.bsky.social celebrates new and upcoming titles published in BC. The session for Adult Titles is on Nov 12 at 2:00 pm, and Kids & Youth Titles is on Nov 19 at 2:00 pm. Register at buff.ly/K0rKYzB @readlocalbc.bsky.social

Discover the perfect autumnal children's book 🍂 www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle... @greystonebooks.bsky.social

We’re excited to see the British Columbia Library Association launch the BC Library Professional Development Calendar, a convenient tool to find library training & events. Find NNELS and Co-op webinars listed too: bclaconnect.ca/events/ @bcla.bsky.social @booksbc.bsky.social @nnelsca.bsky.social

Exciting news! Poetry in Transit is here to stay. This past weekend, TransLink announced that they will not be cancelling the iconic program. Thank you TransLink, community organizers, poets, and everyone else who shared their support for #poetryintransit!

Poetry is Transit is here to stay! TransLink has decided not to cancel this beloved cultural icon. More celebrations to come. We're celebrating 30 years, after all. And here's to another 30. #poetryintransit #BCBooks

Is this the end of the line for Poetry in Transit? The beloved and long-standing community engagement project from Books BC will likely be discontinued after 2027. Learn more at buff.ly/lnIRBHk #poetryintransit #readlocalbc

Job alert! The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) @abbookpub.bsky.social is hiring an Editorial Coordinator! This role will support the Read Alberta @wereadab.bsky.social website, an initiative promoting Alberta's book publishing sector. More details below. Apply by Nov 4, 2026.

Job alert! @figure1publishing.bsky.social is hiring a Managing Editor! The role oversees editorial and production workflow for all Figure 1 book projects, incl. managing schedules, coordinating authors and editorial talent, and ensuring projects move smoothly. Apply by Nov 9, 2026: buff.ly/O75uicQ

Coming up on Sat, Oct 31 at 10 AM—Hit Submit! with Lisa Hislop. Join editor Lisa Hislop for a walk-through of the submission process, tips to avoid rejection, and an extended Q&A—plus templates to make submitting your work easier! Register and more info: www.bcwriters.ca/eve...

Want a local book for your next read? We've made a Read Local BC round up with genres spanning from poetry, to mystery, and nonfiction worth checking out www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/10/19/y...

On this week's BC Bestseller List: Canadiana, Vancouver pride, and travel guides! 🍁 www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle... @arsenalpulp.bsky.social @greystonebooks.bsky.social @harbourpublishing.bsky.social @touchwooded.bsky.social

Welcome to the 39th annual Vancouver Writers Fest! 📚🎉 From October 18–25, join us on Granville Island and across Vancouver to gather with literary community; exchange ideas and dialogue; and discover the latest works from 150+ local and international authors. 🎟️ Tickets at writersfest.bc.ca

Join Yvonne Blomer, editor of Sublime, along with acclaimed poets from across North America, for a captivating live virtual reading. The event takes place Saturday, October 24, at 3 pm PDT / 6 pm ET. Simply click this link at the event time to join: www.crowdcast.io/c/4iz6pivshlt2

What inspired The Teachings of Mutton, the award-winning book about an unforgettable canine? Megan Cole speaks with author Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa about the research, inspiration, and collaboration with a dozen co-authors that brought Mutton’s story to light. #coastsalishwoollydog

Interested in our NNELS services, resources and events? Sign up for the @nnelsca.bsky.social newsletter sending this week 🎉Link to subscribe below!

The pop-up 📚Festival Bookstore📚 is open now on Granville Island! Managed by our official bookseller Book Warehouse / Black Bond Books. 📍 The Fishbowl, 100–1398 Cartwright St. 🗓️ October 20–24: 10am – 10pm 🗓️ October 25: 10am – 7pm

NOVEMBER 6, VANCOUVER! Join us for a free evening of #poetry and community to celebrate Talonbooks' fall 2026 launch. The venue is fully accessible. Beverages and light refreshments will be served. Come gather! #BookSky📚💙 talonbooks.com/events/talon...

We’re thrilled to announce that two Caitlin Press titles—Where The Eff is My Red Tent by Heather Hendrie and Emily & Elspeth by Catherine McNeil—have been featured on All Lit Up’s Recommended Book List for Women’s History Month! Check out the full list here: alllitup.ca/book-list/bo...

Join us online! If you’re too far to travel here, your favourite event is sold out in-person, or you simply want to watch world-class literary events from the comfort of your home, these events can watched online. writersfest.bc.ca/2026-festiva...

You can catch Nightwood authors Elizabeth Bachinsky, Adrich Brock and Renée Sarojini Saklikar at the Fraser Valley Writers Festival this November! For event details, visit www.fvwritersfestival.com!

Ready for PYI? Sat Oct 24th is fast approaching. Not registered yet? There is still space to attend the conference (in person or live stream). The in-person one-to-ones are now full.

Less than a week until the 2026 Festival begins! We are excited to see these authors at #VWF2026.

The 39th annual Vancouver Writers Fest is happening October 18-25. Connect with local and international writers at one of the most recognized literary festivals in North America. Learn more at writersfest.bc.ca @writersfest.bc.ca #vwf2026 #literaryevent

Vancouver friends! Join Jess Housty at Massy Books on November 4 to celebrate the launch of How to Nourish a Cannibal! Doors open at 5 pm; the event starts at 5:30. Free to attend, but please register in advance. We hope to see you there!

Jess Housty's HOW TO NOURISH A CANNIBAL continues to sit on the BC Bestseller List, and here's where you can catch Jess read from their work in the next few weeks! For those in Toronto, Jess' reading at @anotherstoryto.bsky.social is free, but be sure to RSVP in advance! linktr.ee/nightwoodedi...

This presentation explores ways to increase print accessibility across your library, from promotions and everyday documents to programming and your website. You can learn more about the Stronger Together Conference: strongertogetherconf.ca

NNELS is at Stronger Together! Join NNELS and CELA (tag) for the presentation “Beyond Books: Making Library Services Accessible for All Readers” on October 20 at 2:00 pm Mountain Time.

Bill Thompson allowed us to share his haul from New West Comic Fest! Thank you for supporting out books! Featured in the photo is our books: Life Finds A Way and Mega Fauna. #newwestcomicfest #madeincanada #indiepublishers

The deadline for PROSE Awards submissions is now a month away, with the entry period closing on November 13th at midnight.  Don't wait, apply today at publishers.submittable.com/submit!

The community we continue to build at the IEA is a valuable part of what we have to offer as an organization. Join us on Thursday, October 29, at 11:00 am PCT. Tickets are available on Eventbrite now! ieademystifyeditingwriting.eventbrite.ca

Join Briony Penn at Salt Spring Island Library on October 28 at 7 pm for the launch of her new book, The Seabird Trials! Part environmental drama, part courtroom thriller, this fascinating book brings together heroes, villains, endangered seabirds, and an expertly crafted courtroom drama!

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Capilano University’s special event: “In Her Own Words.” Join Dr. Keiko Honda, Sophea Heang, and others for readings, talks, and workshops spotlighting women’s stories across generations and borders. www.pchc-mom.ca/upcoming-eve...

You're invited to an evening with Caitlin Press authors Russell Thornton and Fiona Lam at "Place: Presence: Canadian Authors Readings & Conversation" Friday, October 16, at 7 pm (doors open at 6:30 pm) at Christ Church Cathedral in Vancouver. We look forward to seeing you there!

Celebrate the launch of Keiko Honda’s third memoir, Words that Last. Honda will join Brenda Miller. Admission is free, but space is limited—please RSVP: www.eventbrite.ca/e/words-that...

The Victoria Festival of Authors is next week! The annual literary festival takes place on October 12-18, and features readings, workshops, and conversations with Canadian and international authors. Check out the full agenda at buff.ly/LsmrQ6p. #vfa #literaryevent #readlocalbc

Join us on October 29 at 11:00 am PCT for an exciting new style of webinar for the IEA—a panel discussion where we talk to three amazing creatives in the publishing world and answer all of your burning questions! Forward them to admin@indigenouseditorsassociation.ca by October 16.

Poet Lisa Lopez Smith joins Susan Johnston on CKCU's The Lit Room to discuss her debut poetry collection, Hallelujah Anyhow. #canadianpoetry #lisalopezsmith #TheLitRoom cod.ckcufm.com/programs/666...

Marketing a book can feel like a second full-time job! Running online from November 16 to 20, 2026, this expanded intensive will feature multiple sessions each day covering different aspects of author and book marketing. Register and find out more: www.bcwriters.ca/eve...

Join us on Thursday October 15th at 7pm for Picture Book Workshop, with award-winning author and Orca Books editor Gabrielle Prendergast. This seminar will cover the “Who, What, Where, When, Why, and How” of picture books for children. Register and more info here: www.bcwriters.ca/eve...

Congratulations @greystonebooks.bsky.social for being featured in TBL's inaugural Best Kids Books of the year (and in their Fall 2026 list)! @indiebookstores.ca recently launched TBL Kids to celebrate the most engaging books from around the globe for young readers: www.indiebookstores.ca/tblkids/

Today is Publication Day for Shot in Vancouver, Sam Wiebe’s highly readable new history of Hollywood North. A launch party is set for tonight. Details at the end of my review. #Bookshelf @arsenalpulp.bsky.social johnackermann.substack.com/p/shot-in-va...

I’m very excited to talk with M. Jay Smith about her amazing new story collection from Freehand Books, Cantaloupe! And to explore similar Western Canadian themes in my and my late husband’s book, Confluence. @arsenalpulp.bsky.social www.eventbrite.com/e/cantaloupe...

This Thursday!

⏰ The submission deadline for our upcoming call for papers, “Phyllis Webb at One Hundred,” has been extended to October 31, 2026! Click the link in our bio to learn more and submit your work.

Happening tonight!

Join Renée Sarojini Saklikar for a dynamic writing workshop at Upstart & Crow on Monday, October 19 at 6:30 pm. Explore a range of forms from epic fantasy and eco-fables to climate fiction and journaling to spark creativity and strengthen your writing practice! upstartandcrow.com/event/writin...

In this chat with the BC Review, Matt Rader reads from his latest collection, FINE, and talks about growing up in Comox, moving to Rutland in Kelowna, and the many ways community can be understood and experienced. #Canadianpoetry #mattrader www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSIL...

In Shades of Emily by bestselling author Leslie Howard offers a multigenerational story of love, ambition and breaking with convention. In this conversation with the BC Review, Leslie shares the ups and downs of her publication journey. www.youtube.com/watch?v=kqfQ...

www.thewhig.com/news/what-th... (features "Unfinished Wilderness," by Jason Heroux)