Incite
Free conversations with authors, presented in collaboration with the Vancouver Public Library.
39th annual festival · Vancouver
Read. Resist. Repair. Rejoice.
October 18–25, 2026. A week of books, ideas and conversations across Granville Island and venues throughout Vancouver.
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Vancouver · 2026 · Writers Fest
R. F. KuangRachel ReidBarbara KingsolverMalcolm GladwellR. F. KuangRachel ReidBarbara KingsolverMalcolm Gladwell
Upcoming
Conversations worth leaving the house for.
Sep 26
R. F. Kuang in Conversation
Special Event
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Oct 05
Rachel Reid: Heated Rivalry
Special Event
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Oct 18
2026 Festival
Digital · Theatre
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Oct 18
Barbara Kingsolver in Conversation
Special Event
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2026 Festival
Ideas, on stage and in the room.
The 39th annual Vancouver Writers Fest brings local and international writers together for a week of conversation, discovery and live literary events.
150+local + international authors
90+festival events
Year-round
More ways into the world of words.
Youth
Events, classroom visits and resources connecting young readers with celebrated writers.
My Roots
A writing workshop supporting new immigrants as they develop and share stories of place.
Festival
The flagship October gathering on Granville Island, with in-person and online programming.
