I will be joining Karen Kelloway, author of the wonderful book Keepers of the Pact, for an author meet and greet event. If you’re looking for holiday gifts for kids ages 8 to 12, make sure to stop by for a signed book!

Kids’ Day/Journée jeunesse happens Saturday November 2 in Paul O’Regan Hall at the Halifax Central Library. This free open-house-style fun fair for kids ages infant to 12 features writers and illustrators working in English and French[1] , with readings in the cozy corner starting at 1pm and lasting throughout the afternoon. Plus, kids get a free stampable passport when they come in the door, and they can visit with each author, get a stamp or sticker or autograph, do a craft or activity, snack on popcorn and lemonade and have a whole ton of fun. Doors are at 12:30 and the readings begin at 1pm. Drop by for five minutes, come and go a few times, or stay all afternoon. Woozles will be on hand with books for sale. You don’t need a ticket to get in, but you can register for free on the AfterWords website and that way you get a reminder email in advance, with all the details. https://afterwordsliteraryfestival.com/product/kids-day-journee-jeunesse/

Join local author Heidi Tattrie Rushton for a reading and signing of her middle-grade novel, Pet Tales!

This special event will also feature a supply drive for the shelter, so bring a donation, if you can! Rumour has it there might even be puppies on site! Drop by during the afternoon to support a great cause!

Booktoberfest is an annual literary fair that celebrates Nova Scotian authors & publishers—with a focus on books published over the past year—with sales, signings, and free creative writing workshops.

Be a Warrior, Not A Worrier Empowerment Tea with Melanie Mosher (Bertie Stewart is Perfectly Imperfect- Nimbus Publishing), Heidi Tattrie Rushton (Pet Tales- Nevermore Press) and Therapist Jean Mason & Psychologist Naomi S. Aquino.

We will be serving Persuasion Inspired - Chamomile Herbal Tea.

Author Heidi Tattrie Rushton will be attending the Doggie Expo and available for book signings. She will also be doing some readings from her middle-grade novel Pet Tales at this event.