Literary calendar

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

Rod Norville - Signing his science-based book, “A Man Beyond Time.” Today, noon-3 p.m., Hastings, 1704 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 327-6008

Meghan Nuttal Sayres - Reading from her nonfiction children’s book, “The Shape of Betts Meadow.” Monday, 10:30 a.m., Palouse-Clearwater Environmental Institute, Artist Studio at Nature Center, Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-1444

Dick Jensen - Local tour bus owner and historian narrates a slide show presentation of historical monuments featured in his book, “Spokane Set in Stone.” Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Deer Park Library Book Club - “Run” by Ann Patchett. Wednesday, noon, Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. Free. (509) 893-8300

Jane Kirkpatrick - Award-winning Oregon author presents her latest book, “A Flickering Light.” Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Moran Prairie Monthly Book Discussion Club - Discuss a humorous book of your choice. Thursday, 2 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340

Naseem Rakha - Award-winning journalist presents her debut novel, “The Crying Tree.” Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206