A community for readers, writers, and creators, with this year’s annual festival happening Oct 1-8 on #SaltSpringIsland.
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.@Michellecyca compiled a terrific list of great novels that were inspired by or set in Vancouver. Click to see what’s included and add your own to the thread!
listened to @Canadaland this morning & @jessebrown claimed that "no one has ever been inspired by Vancouver to write a great novel" so now I feel obligated to do a thread about great Vancouver novels:
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From all of us at Paper Covers Rock, we wish you a warm, relaxing, and healthy holiday season full of your favourite reads.
What are you reading right now?
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The holiday season is upon us! If you're still in search of a gift for the avid reader in your life or you're just looking for some great book recommendations, @ReadLocalBC and @MassyBooks has compiled the perfect gift guide for you. Explore the list: bit.ly/3uMjtJa
Consider supporting @VanWritersFest this #GivingTuesday!
Today is #GivingTuesdayCA! Support the Vancouver Writers Fest in our work to connect readers with the most exciting literary voices and donate today.
writersfest.bc.ca/donate
Join @MassyBooks, Massy Arts Society, and @Biblioasis to celebrate the 2023 Best Canadian Poetry on November 26. The event will be hosted by guest editor John Barton, and feature readings from Adrian Southin, Elli Kraljii Gardiner, and more. RSVP: eventbrite.ca/e/best-canadia…
Earlier this week, #SuzetteMayr was named the winner of this year's Scotiabank @GillerPrize for her novel, #TheSleepingCar. Congratulations to Suzette for the win! Explore the other finalists and learn more about Suzette Mayr's win: scotiabankgillerprize.ca/202…
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Learn how to make your own linocut holiday cards with The Salty Pear's Annika Siemsen: saltspringarts.com/product/l… #ssi
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The best ideas happen around the campfire.
The 2022 #PaperCoversRock wrap party is an open event, so bring your family and and friends. We'll have wine, beer, and tote bags on sale! Help us close out this year’s festival with a bang! No RSVP or tickets necessary.
A few highlights from Gracie Gardner’s ‘From Memory to Menu’ workshop yesterday 🍽 #PaperCoversRock
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And now, attendees are getting in on the action: chapbook making with @kevinspenst! #papercoversrock
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Danny Peart’s workshop is about to start, and he wants you to know that you should write a poem #papercoversrock
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Cecily Nicholson’s (@_c_n_) workshop on Sense of Place is now underway. Today, the theme of “welcome” will be explored, and the prompt is, “how would you greet a stranger in the woods?”
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After a few minutes, attendees are asked to share their responses. Interestingly, everyone took different things into consideration, from safety to whether or not they’re encountering a wild animal or a human. #papercoversrock
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#PaperCoversRock commits to listening to and learning from Indigenous peoples, and we will continue to uplift Indigenous voices and share their stories.
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Last call for our all-access festival passes! These guarantee you entry to all events and workshops taking place during #PaperCoversRock, valued at over $400. Limited quantities available. Get yours now: eventbrite.ca/e/paper-covers…
Thank you to @GIDriftwood for sharing the news about the return of #PaperCoversRockSSI! #ICYMI, we're back Oct 1-8, 2022. Explore our workshops and what to expect: bit.ly/3DrmmoD #saltspringisland #ssi
(Photos by Metta Rose Photography)
There’s something for everyone. Explore what our readers and writers festival has in store for you, happening Oct 1-8, 2022 on #SaltSpringIsland: papercoversrock.ca/ #PaperCoversRockSSI
