Literary Calendar

Sun., Feb. 14, 2010

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

Inland Northwest Writers Guild - Join with other aspiring writers to discuss the latest news about the publishing industry and get support from your peers. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Dawn Nelson, Bob Manion and Vern Hopkins - Nelson reads from “A Cowgirl Remembers When” and “A Cowgirl’s Justice;” Manion reads from “Santa’s Heroes” and “Treehouse;” and Hopkins reads from “It Seemed Like a Good Idea at the Time.” Friday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Chaps Cafe, 4327 S. Cheney-Spokane Road.

John A. Harrison - Lewis and Clark High School graduate and former Spokane Chronicle reporter presents his book, “A Woman Alone: Mona Bell, Sam Hill and the Mansion on Bonneville Rock.” Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Dawn Nelson - Local author signs copies of her memoir “A Cowgirl Remembers When” and her novel “Cowgirl’s Justice.” Saturday, 1-3 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

A.T. Draxlir - Signs his children’s book “The Flower.” Saturday, 1 p.m., Corner Bookstore, 106 W. Main St., Sandpoint. (888) 361-9473

Don Caron and Lyle Hatcher - Book signing of “Different Drummers,” based on the true story of the friendship between two young boys. Saturday, 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble cafe, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104

James Parry - Former Spokane middle school teacher signs his memoir “Book All the Teachers!” Saturday, 2-5 p.m., Hastings, 2512 E. 29th Ave. (509) 535-4342

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