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16 Nov

Accent Open Mic Vol. 126 “Glossolalia” with Emmanuel Deraps, Robin Durnford, and Josh Quirion

Join us for another amazing evening of poetry and prose with featured readers Emmanuel … More info Read more
16 Nov

Accent Open Mic Vol. 126 “Glossolalia” with Emmanuel Deraps, Robin Durnford, and Josh Quirion

Join us for another amazing evening of poetry and prose with featured readers Emmanuel … More info Read more
18 Nov

Lunch and Learn with SODEP

The Société de développement des périodiques culturels québécois (SODEP) is an association dedicated to the defense and promotion of Quebec’s cultural magazines. Founded in 1978, SODEP brings together nearly 50 rich, diverse and unique magazines devoted to the arts, literature, social issues, history and heritage. Its mandate is to make cultural magazines accessible to all and to offer its members a variety of services to support their professional development.
27 Nov

Queering Literature in 2025

Join us in the Village for a roundtable discussion with three local, literary authors: H. Nigel Thomas, Su J Sokol, and Talhí Briones, as well as multidisciplinary artist Nour Symon—all of whom have published works in 2025. In conversation with local writer Brooke Lee, the panel will discuss their latest works, queer time and space in the literary arts community, and what a hopeful future can look like during socially turbulent times.
28 Nov

Mapping Your Poetic Voice

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. 
4 Dec

Lunch & Learn: Creating Common Ground: How the Blue Metropolis Festival Began

How to create a cultural event to promote English-language authors living in Quebec? In … More info Read more
6 Dec − 7 Dec

2025 Read Quebec Book Fair

The Read Quebec Book Fair turns 10! Celebrate this milestone year on December 6–7 at Casa d’Italia, with special events, author signings, and the latest releases from Canadian writers and publishers. 

Produced by the Association of English-language Publishers of Quebec (AELAQ), the Fair celebrates the vibrancy of English-language writing, publishing, and translation in Quebec. In honour of the tenth anniversary, this year’s Fair will, for the first time, welcome publishers from across Canada.
6 Dec

New Knowledge: Nonfiction Lightning Round

Often, fiction gets the limelight, poetry gets the prestige. But nonfiction books are published every day that help illuminate, preserve and create the world around us. Join local authors as they share the passions that led them to investigate a single subject in depth and then write an entire book about it.
6 Dec

Valentine in December! with Heather O’Neill and Arizona O’Neill

The duo will take to the stage to discuss their collaboration Valentine in Montreal. The novel, written by Heather with illustrations by Arizona, is a sweet Montreal adventure in which our famous metro plays a starring role. The O’Neills will sign copies after their onstage appearance.
6 Dec

NaMOOste Yoga for Kids 

Author Marlee Kostiner never fails to get kids giggling as she reads all the ways animals say “Namaste” with their animal sounds (the cow says naMOOste, the chick says namaSQUEEK). After an engaging reading, Marlee guides the kids through yoga poses they learned in the book, ending with a relaxing moment of silence (yes, the kids are quiet!). NaMOOste features 13 beautiful watercolour animals practising authentic yoga poses, and shows young readers ways to care for their bodies and minds. For kids ages 3–9.
6 Dec

Guernica Editions Showcase

An event celebrating Guernica Editions’ longstanding presence in Quebec, featuring readings by authors with new releases this year, including fiction, memoir, and poetry. With the purchase of a book, guests will be entered into a raffle to win a selection of Guernica titles.
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!  

 

QWF Annual Timeline

Zines laid out on a page

January

Woman reading at a microphone in front of an intimate audience

February

March

April

  • QWF Annual General Meeting (AGM)
  • Writers in the Community Pyramid Campaign ends
Stacks of books on display

May

June

Women in a classroom

July

People wearing summer clothes in nature

August

Two women smiling at the camera

September

Group of women smiling at camera

October

November

December

The QWF Office closes for the last two weeks of December—happy holidays!  
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