Literary Calendar

One Day, 25-Hour NaNoWriMo Kick-Off - Take advantage of November’s extra hour with a write-in. You can drop in or write the entire 25 hour! Get started on your novel, meet other writers and get some inspiration. Today until 6 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

BootSlam - All ages performance poetry competition organized by Spokane Poetry Slam. Poets will have three minutes per round to perform their original work, without the aid of costumes, props or musical accompaniment. Five audience judges, chosen at random, score the work, and the poet with the highest score after two rounds wins the $50 grand prize. This event is open to poets and fans of all ages, but Spokane Poetry Slam does not censored for content. Sign-ups at 7 p.m.; slam at 7:30 p.m. Today, Boots Bakery, 24 W. Main Ave. $5/competitors or spectators. (509) 703-7223.

Author Carol Cassella - Reading, discussion and signing with Cassella, a practicing physician and best-selling author of “Oxygen” and “Healer.” Both novels were Indie Next Picks and finalists for the Washington State Book Award in fiction. Her newest book, “Gemini,” is about a physician who battles to keep her “Jane Doe” patient alive and becomes involved in the search to discover her identity and family. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Poetry Scribes of Spokane - Wholesome poetry for ages 18 and older. Bring a favorite poem to read. Wednesday, 1 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 796-2180.

Spokane Authors and Self-Publishers - Monthly meeting with guest Beth Camp, author of “Standing Stones” and “Years of Stone,” and a quarterfinalist in Amazon’s 2014 Breakthrough Novel competition. She will speak on “Contests and Marketing Strategies.” Everyone is welcome. Thursday, 2:30 p.m., Golden Corral Restaurant, 7117 N. Division St. Meal purchase required. (509) 489-3136.

“The Last Unicorn” - See the animated fantasy film on the big screen. Event includes a discussion and book signing with author Peter S. Beagle. Costumes encouraged. Pre-show signing begins at 5:30 p.m.; film begins at 6. Thursday, Wandermere Village Center Cinemas, 12622 N. Division St. $10. (509) 232-7727.

Inside Story 2014 - Learn the “story behind the story” of 2014 children’s and young adult book releases from Inland Northwest members of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators. In a discussion moderated by children’s literature specialist Marilyn Carpenter, the authors will share anecdotes, insights and little known facts that will be of special interest to teachers, librarians, booksellers and parents. Book giveaway and signing to follow. Thursday, 6:30-8 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-5371.

Author D. J. Atwood - Book signing of his debut novel, “Lady of the Island,” tells a gripping tale of love and crime. Readers will follow the life and struggles of a woman as she seeks true love and a better life. Friday, 4-8 p.m., Hastings Books South, 2512 E. 29th Ave. (509) 328-5829; Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hastings Books Coeur d’Alene, 101 Best Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 664-0464.

Mixology Book Release Cocktail Party - “Mixology: The Art of Classic Cocktails,” a project by Sheila Evans, celebrates mixing drinks and mixing paint in equal parts. From Aviation to Whiskey Sour, each one of a series of 18 still life paintings represents a different vintage drink. The paintings, accompanied by recipes, appear in a new book written and published by the artist. The paintings will hang throughout Mizuna’s bar and new banquet space during the First Friday event. Mizuna will offer drink specials using recipes from the book. Copies of the book as well as the original paintings will be available for purchase at the event. Friday, 5-10 p.m., Mizuna, 214 N. Howard St. Drinks and food available for purchase. (509) 714-2526.

Yellow Medicine Review Launch - The launch of the fall issue of the Yellow Medicine Review: A Journal of Indigenous Literature, Art and Thought. This issue includes writings by area residents and current and former students from University of Idaho’s graduate creative writing program. The launch will include readings from contributors Tiffany Midge, Jeanette Weaskus, Sayantani Dasgupta, Jay Dearien, Misty Ellingburg and Jordan Clapper. Friday, 6 p.m., BookPeople, 521 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-2669.

Three Minute Mic - The “Remember the Word” featured reader is Jonathan Johnson, director of EWU’s Creative Writing Program and poet. Bring up to three minutes’ worth of your own poetry, someone else’s, or just attend and enjoy Spokane’s thriving and talented live poetry scene. Guest host is Isaac Grambo. Open to all ages, but content is never censored. Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-5371.

National Novel Writing Month Write-In - Drop in anytime to work on your NaNoWriMo masterpiece. Bring your favorite notepad, laptop, or use one of the library’s computers to work on your project. Staff will be on hand with a prompt or two just in case you experience writer’s block. Saturday, 10 a.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

Skippyjon Jones Story Time - Join Skippyjon Jones for stories and photo opportunities. Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., BookPeople, 521 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-2669.

Spokane Novelists Group - Please bring seven to eight copies of a chapter/manuscript of no more than 10 pages each. Review of fiction only, including novels and short stories. Please no memoirs, poetry, children’s books or any form of nonfiction. Meets the second and fourth Saturday of each month, noon-4 p.m., Otis Orchards Community Church, 23304 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. (509) 590-7316.

Author E. Reade Brown - A signing with the author. Saturday, noon, Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Esther J. Hildahl - Signing of her children’s chapter book, “Meadow Pond,” which tells the story of Web Frog, his friends and their adventures as they battle the mean Red Boat kids and Hes-per, the monster snake. Also, signing of her book “Inky: Spider with an Attitude.” Saturday, 2 p.m., Hastings Shadle, 1704 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 327-6008.

The Wordwright’s Workshop - Presented by Spokane Poetry Slam. This is a poetry, writing, performance and spoken word workshop open to poets and writers of all backgrounds and skill levels. No prior experience is necessary, and you don’t need to bring anything you’ve already written. Workshop leaders provide writing prompts and a supportive environment to help you grow as a writer, reader and performer. Content and language are not censored. Saturday, 4:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Author J. Robert Lennon - Reading, discussion and signing with the author of “See You in Paradise,” a collection of short stories. Saturday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.