Drop in to celebrate the culture of reading and writing in Mississauga.
City services | September 13, 2024
Mark your calendar for September 14, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and come be part of an exciting day filled with books and writing at the Mississauga Literary Festival. This unique gathering in Mississauga brings together book lovers and writers. Throughout the day, meet authors, participate in engaging discussions and workshops, and enjoy lively presentations. You’ll learn how to turn your writings into published books, hear exciting stories from special guests, and get inspired to write even more!
Mississauga Literary Festival
Saturday, September 14, 2024, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Hazel McCallion Central Library
301 Burnhamthorpe Rd. W.
Mississauga, ON L5B 3Y3
Admission to the Mississauga Literary Festival is free.
11 a.m.: Storytime with special guest Farah Qaiser
11 a.m.: Manuscript to Marketplace Workshop with Patricia Westerhof
12 p.m. (noon): Echoes of the Past: How to Research and Write Historical Fiction Workshop with Margaret DeRosia
12 p.m. (noon): The Art of the Short Story in Seven Easy Steps Workshop with Edo van Belkom
12:30 p.m.: The Ampersand Review Issue No. 6 Launch
1 p.m.: Author Spotlights: Author Readings and Q&A
1 p.m.: Murder and Muffins: Crafting Whimsical Whodunits Workshop with Inessa Sage
2 p.m.: Crafting Tales: The Art of Children’s Picture Book Writing Workshop with Lana Button
2 p.m.: Author Spotlights: Author Readings and Q&A
3 p.m.: Guest Author: Catherine Hernandez
To learn more or sign up for the event, please visit the web page for the Mississauga Literary Festival.
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