Literary calendar

Spokane Poetry Slam - Spokane Poetry Slam is competitive performance poetry. Poets have three minutes to present their original work without costumes, props or musical accompaniment. Audience judges chosen at random score the poem and the highest cumulative score after two rounds of poetry wins the $50 grand prize. This is loud and raucous, and audience participation is highly encouraged. Content is not censored. Sign-ups at 7 p.m.; slam at 8 p.m. Monday, the Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. $5/competitor or audience member. (208) 340-2750.

Author Marian Palaia - Reading, discussion and signing of the debut novel, “The Given World.” It is a sweeping portrait of post-Vietnam America seen through the eyes of a young woman searching for the courage to go home again. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

“How to Surprise a Dad” Storytime and Craft - Dad’s special day is coming up and it is very important that you know how to surprise him. Auntie’s will have some pointers to make Dad’s day just as special as ever. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Inland Northwest Writer’s Guild - This month’s topic is “Bookstores 101: Auntie’s and You.” All writers are invited to attend. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Idaho Writers League - Adam Walsh will lead a workshop on creative writing. Thursday, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 262-4833.

Author Craig Johnson - Reading, discussion and signing of “Dry Bones,” a fast-paced Walt Longmire mystery. Thursday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Tonie Chacon - Reading, discussion and signing of the local author’s debut novel, “Struck! A Titanic Love Story.” Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Father’s Day Storytime and Craft - Join a celebration of all things Dad and make a special gift to take home. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Authors Mery Smith and Stacey Conner - Join two of the contributors to the inspirational new book, “Listen to Your Mother: What She Said Then, What We’re Saying Now,” as they tell stories and talk about their work on this project. Saturday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.