Literary calendar

Authors Tim and Becky Hattenburg - Hosting a book discussion about their nonfiction work, “Death Ride: A Little Boy’s Night of Terror,” the story of Larry Kuntz who in 1937 at age 5 witnessed the murder of his parents. Today, 2 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400.

Author Jack Nisbet - Celebrate the release of “Ancient Places: People and Landscape in the Emerging Northwest,” an assemblage of nonfiction stories that reveal the symbiotic relationship of people and place in the Pacific Northwest. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

“Room for Bear” Storytime and Craft - Bear and a family of ducks try to find the perfect home to share; but what suits the bear does not suit the ducks, and what suits the ducks does not suit Bear. How do they solve the dilemma? Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Inland Northwest Writers Guild - A presentation and discussion of the topic: “Blogging to Market Your Work.” All beginning, lightly published, traditionally published and self-published writers are encouraged to participate. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Idaho Writers League - Brooklyn Ann, published author of witty Regencies and dark paranormal romance, will speak on “How to Survive a Conference.” Thursday, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 262-4833.

Authors Stephen Arno and Carl Fiedler - Reading, discussion and signing of “Ponderosa.” Recounting human history among the pines, Arno and Fielder illustrate the historical changes of the forests and offer advice on restoration efforts. Thursday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Rich Schaus - The local author will sign his book, “Hero Quest.” Friday, 4-6 p.m., Shadle Hastings, 1704 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 327-6008.

Author Jannis Hibberts - Presents her first children’s book, “Tricky Ricky.” She will be available to answer questions and talk more about the Homestead Twins’ upcoming adventures. Light refreshments. Friday, 4 p.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. (509) 893-8300.

Author John Gunsaulis - Reading, discussion and signing of “Spokane Hot Rodding,” a history of hot rodding in the postwar community. Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

The Round #8 - Songwriters, slam poets and visual artists will share the stage and create while the audience sits only a few feet away. Featuring musicians Natalie Closner, Conor Knowles and Jesse MacDonald. Featured poet will be 2015 Spokane Poetry Grand Slam Champion Seth Marlin and featured visual artist is Tiffany Patterson. Friday, 8 p.m., 228 W. Sprague Ave. $8/advance; $10/doors. (509) 747-2174.

“The Wolf of Britannia, Part II” - Meet and greet event for this novel set in first century A.D. Britain, a prequel to “The Sign of the Eagle.” Saturday, 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble Spokane Valley, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 922-4104.

“There Was a Coyote Who Swallowed a Flea” Storytime and Craft - Skinny ol’ Coyote delights readers as he swallows his way through this delicious southwestern-flavored retelling of a beloved rhyme. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Spokane Novelists Group - A support/critique group for writers, open to anyone with an interest in writing fiction. No memoirs, nonfiction, poetry, etc. Participants should bring 5-10 pages to read aloud and six to eight copies for others to read along and critique. Meets the second and fourth Saturdays of each month, noon-4 p.m., Otis Orchards Community Church, 23304 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. (509) 590-7316.

Author Jane Lyons - Book signing of “Amira, One Yazidi Girl,” the story of a young girl and her family as ISIS rampages through Iraq and pushes them up Mount Sinjar killing, raping and selling young boys, women and girls into slavery. Saturday, 1-3 p.m., Courtland Place, 1309 N. Evergreen Road. (509) 263-1793.

Author Cindy Hval - Signing of “War Bonds: Love Stories from the Greatest Generation.” The book bridges the gap between the homeland and the warfront during World War II. Saturday, 1-3 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Authors Arleen Williams and David Armstrong - Reading, discussion and signing of “Biking Uphill.” This novel explores the dynamics of friendship, danger, homelessness and hope. Saturday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.