Name: BOOK LAUNCH: Oyster by Marianne Ackerman
Start: 2026-02-15T16:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-15T18:00:00-05:00
Location: BAR LE SPARROW, 5322 Saint-Laurent

15 Feb

BOOK LAUNCH: Oyster by Marianne Ackerman

Celebrate the launch of local author Marianne Ackerman’s latest release, OYSTER! Join us on … More info Read more

11 Feb

A Poetry Evening at the Thomas More Institute

Immerse yourself in the poetic worlds of four Montreal authors in this poetry evening … More info Read more

3 Feb

Lunch & Learn with: Confabulation

Confabulation is a monthly storytelling event based in Montreal, Victoria, and Calgary. Storytellers share honest stories from their lives without notes, props, or gimmicks. This Lunch and Learn will give you more information about Confabulation and storytelling. Prospective storytellers can learn how to pitch their story and participate in one of their shows. You can also learn how their storytelling workshops and coaching can enhance your daily communication skills. Whether you are a published author looking to branch into literary performance, an emerging writer longing to share your story, or a literary lover in want of engaging, entertaining events, you are invited to learn from Confabulation’s founding artistic director, Matt Goldberg, and general manager, Deb Vanslet, in this free information session.

24 Jan

Environmental Writers’ Reading to Benefit RAVEN Trust

Saturday, January 24, 5:00–8:00 pm ET Join us for a public reading on January … More info Read more

22 Jan

Anniversary Launch: Soliloquies 30!

Mark your calendars! Please join us on Thursday, January 22nd at 7PM at Bar … More info Read more

22 Jan

Launch of Ahoy Issue 4

The launch of our fourth(!) issue is on Thursday, January 22nd. Join us for … More info Read more

22 Jan

Launch of Quist Issue 3

QWF’s literary magazine for youth, Quist, is throwing a launch party! Join us on January 22nd at 7pm at Pulp Books to celebrate Quist’s third issue. There will be readings by issue contributors, followed by light refreshments.

19 Jan − 25 Jan

Cross-Border Conversations: Environmental Writers’ Retreat

January 19-25, 2026, Hotel Gault, Old Port, Montreal. Please join us for a relaxing, … More info Read more

18 Jan

Accent Open Mic Vol. 129, Cactus Press 20th Anniversary Bash

Cactus Press turns 20! Come celebrate with a bevvy of Cactus Press alumni on … More info Read more

15 Jan

The Words and Music Show Presents: Pigs&Wolves

Experience Montreal-based poetry-rock group Pigs&Wolves live at Casa del Popolo. With special guest Tara McGowan-Ross.

13 Dec

Travel Through Metaphor

In this generative workshop, we will consider factors that contribute to poetic voice. In doing so, we will see that our voices are not waiting to be found somewhere outside of ourselves. Rather, they call us to listen deeply to who we are and how we experience the world. You can expect to leave the workshop with tools for thinking about what makes your poetic expression unique. The workshop is open to writers of all levels, but some basic experience with poetry writing is recommended. Email sarahwolfsonwriter@gmail.com to reserve your spot in advance. Space is limited.

12 Dec

The Craft of Medicine: A Book Launch

What does it truly mean to be a doctor today? I will say a … More info Read more

11 Dec

Montreal launch of SHARP PINK CLAWS

Skip your awkward holiday party and come celebrate with us instead! Metonymy Press is … More info Read more

7 Dec

Accent Vol. 127 with Lisa Pasold and April L. Ford

Join us for the launch of two new Cactus Press chapbooks with April L. … More info Read more

7 Dec

Art and Life in Graphic Novels

Three of Quebec’s most distinctive voices in contemporary comics come together to explore the intimate connections between art and autobiography. Juli Delporte (Portrait of a Body), D. Boyd (Denniveniquity), and Pascal Girard (Pastimes) draw from personal experience to craft stories that are tender, funny, and deeply human. Join them for a conversation about turning life into art, the creative risks of vulnerability, and the evolving landscape of autobiographical graphic novels. Moderated by François Vigneault.

7 Dec

Speed Dating for Writers and Publishers!

Writers, bring your pitch and get ready to present it to a range of local publishers. Introduce yourselves, and then you’ll have three minutes to tell your publisher “date” what your book is all about. Don’t forget to leave time for questions or a little discussion. When the bell dings, move to the next available seat and do it again. Whether you find a home for your manuscript or not, you’ll make contacts and gather information that may serve you now and in the future.

7 Dec

Acquiring Editors at Work

Who gets to choose which books will be published – and how do they do it? Editors from three publishers will discuss how they decide what to publish, and how writers can improve their chances. Simon & Schuster children’s book editor Yashaswi Kesanakurthy, Baraka Books’ fiction and nonfiction editor Leila Marshy, and Curtis McRae, fiction editor at Véhicule Press, will give us the inside scoop on what acquisitions editors really do.

7 Dec

Archives Out Loud: Italian-Canadian Literature

There is a significant body of excellent Italian-Canadian literature available from a variety of sources in English, French, and Italian. The panel will discuss some established works as well as new voices emerging from the next generation. This session is part of the Archives Out Loud series organized by the Italian-Canadian Archives of Quebec. The panel will be followed by a reception in the office of the Italian-Canadian Community Archives of Quebec, in the basement level of Casa d’Italia.

6 Dec

Opening Cocktail

Join us for a special 10th anniversary edition of the Read Quebec Book Fair’s 5 à 7 featuring a DJ set by journalist and author of Habs Nation Brendan Kelly, known for his popular High Fidelity in the Park events. New wave, old-school disco and you. Open to all!