Are you interested in supporting local writers? Why not find your next great read through our Local Author Showcase! Join us for a month-long spotlight of all the local talent from Barrie and the surrounding area!
Featured Local Author Showcase Programs:
Jeanette Winsor: Superstition, Folklore and More in Newfoundland
Saturday, October 30, 2-3pm
Join local author Jeanette Winsor as she speaks to her Silver Cape Cove series which are a Historical Dive into Newfoundland Traditions, Superstitions, & Folklore. Watch it here.
Thriller Panel with Ann Burke, Jessica Hamilton, Judy Penz Sheluk and Peter McPhie
Sunday, November 14, 2-3pm
Join us for a thrilling discussion of books with four exciting local authors! Submit your questions in advance and join the discussion!
Registration is required, register now!
Author Talk: J.L. Witterick
Thursday, November 25, 11am-12pm
JL Witterick is the international best-selling author of the novel, My Mother’s Secret, which has been translated into 10 languages. Her books are used in schools around the world to teach courage, tolerance, and understanding. We will discuss the latest book by J.L. Witterick, as well as her writing process and tips. Come prepared with your questions!
Registration is required, register now!
All Local Author Programs:
- Superstition, Folklore and more in Newfoundland with Jeanette Winsor, Saturday, October 30, 2-3pm
- Coffee Chat with a Local Author Bruce Meyer Thursday, November 4 2021, 2-2:30pm
- Author Talks: Valerie Losell, Tuesday, November 9, 2-2:30pm
- Author Talks: Barrie Doyle, Saturday, November 13 2021, 2-2:30pm
- Thriller Panel (Ann Burke, Jessica Hamilton, Judy Penz Sheluk, & Peter McPhie) – Sun Nov 14, 2-3pm. *Registration Required*
- Author Talks: J.L. Benson, Wednesday, November 17 2021, 3:30-4pm
- Author Talks: Judy Penz Sheluk, Thursday, November 18 2021, 7-7:30pm
- Peter Jennings - Pushing the Boundaries, Tuesday, November 23 2021, 7-8pm
- Author Talk: J.L. Witterick, Thursday, November 25 2021, 11am-12pm. *Registration Required*
Learn More:
Interested in checking out some books written by local authors? Head to our collection for a variety of books written by some talented local authors. Click the image below to head straight to our Local Author Book List.
