This summer we have some amazing programs to help you immerse yourself in Simcoe Reads 2021, including a Simcoe Reads Author Talk series where we'll meet the authors of the books chosen for this year’s competition!
Please note that all events below require registration; register on our Events Calendar, in person, or by phone at 705-728-1010.
Simcoe Reads Author Talks
Alicia Elliott – A Mind Spread Out On The Ground
Wednesday, August 4, 7-8pm
Join award-winning Haudenosaunee writer Alicia Elliott as she discusses BPL's pick, A Mind Spread Out On The Ground, a bold and profound meditation on trauma, legacy, oppression and racism in North America.
Michael Christie: Greenwood
Tuesday, August 10, 7-8pm
Join author Michael Christie as he discusses New Tecumseth Public Library's Simcoe Reads pick, Greenwood.
Uzma Jalaluddin: Ayesha at Last
Thursday, August 19, 7-8pm
Join author Uzma Jalaluddin as she discusses Bradford West Gwillimbury Public Library's Simcoe Reads pick, Ayesha at Last.
Jael Richardson: Gutter Child
Thursday, August 26, 7-8pm
Join author Jael Richardson as she discusses Essa Public Library's Simcoe Reads pick, Gutter Child.
Frances Itani: The Company We Keep
Tuesday, August 31, 7-8pm
Join author Frances Itani as she discusses Innisfil ideaLab and Library's Simcoe Reads pick, The Company We Keep.
Amanda Leduc: The Centaur’s Wife
Thursday, September 9, 7-8pm
Join author Amanda Leduc as she discusses Midland Public Library's Simcoe Reads pick, The Centaur's Wife.