Literary calendar

Among the local literary events over the coming week (free unless otherwise indicated):

Heidi M. Thomas - Narrates a Power Point presentation with photos of her grandmother steer-roping in Montana rodeos in the 1920s, which became the inspiration for her novel, “Cowgirl Dreams.” Today, 12:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

V. Edward Bates - Retired social worker and an enrolled member of the Yankton Sioux Tribe presents his book, “In Search of Spirit: a Sioux Family Memoir.” Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Del Hungerford - Idaho author will present her book “But Words Will Never Hurt Me.” Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Penelope Paulsen Riley - Former Spokanite presents her book, “Travel Absurdities.” Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206