Literary calendar

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

Carol Kearns - Recently retired grief counselor presents her memoir “Sugar Cookies and a Nightmare: How My Daughter’s Death Taught Me the Meaning of Life.” Today, 12:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Auntie’s Morning Book Group - “A Confederacy of Dunces” by John Kennedy Toole. Tuesday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Auntie’s Evening Book Group - “Little Bee,” by Chris Cleave. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Deanna Davis - Local motivational speaker and workshop leader presents her latest book, “Laugh, Cry, Eat Some Pie: A Down-To Earth Recipe For Living Mindfully.” Thursday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Cafe Writers’ Group - Led by local author Jessica Titchenal. Bring pens, papers, drafts and your ideas for a support group for writers of all genres. Thursday, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble cafe, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104

Friends of the Airway Heights Library Booksale - Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m., Hicks Open Market, 12435 W. 13th Ave., Airway Heights. (509) 893-8250

Penelope Rundle - Signing her book “Last Caravan.” Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave., Made in Washington on Skywalk level. (509) 363-0304

Book Lover’s Bingo - Come down for a few rounds of bingo; winners will receive some book-related goodies. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206

Mark Gudmunson - Signing his book “Priceless.” Saturday, 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104