Literary calendar

Sun., Nov. 4, 2012

Author David James Duncan - The Lion Rock Visiting Writers Series welcomes this fiction writer, essayist and environmental activist. Duncan will also take part in a Q & A discussion of his writing 3 p.m. Tuesday in SURC 140. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Central Washington University, SURC Theatre, 400 E. University Way, Ellensburg. Free. (509) 963-1530.

Author Linda Konecny - The author will sign copies of “Dave’s Thanksgiving: A Visit from Grandma.” Part of the Daver Dog Adventures series for ages 2-8. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (888) 361-9473.

Ladybug Girl Preschool Storytime and Craft - Listen to Ladybug Girl stories. Then create your own ladybug and bumblebee bookmark. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 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 County Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 796-2180.

Author Jack Nisbet - Teacher, naturalist and writer presents his latest book, “David Douglas, a Naturalist at Work,” which is the focus of a exhibition at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Poet Gabrielle Calvocoressi - Los Angeles Times Book Prize finalist will read from her work and sign books. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., University of Idaho, College of Law Courtroom, Menard Law Building, Moscow. (208) 640-1609.

“Making Sense of the American Civil War” - The Coeur d’Alene Public Library, in partnership with the Idaho Humanities Council, is offering a five-meeting, scholar-led reading/discussion program in November and December. The program is free but only 25 copies of each of the three books to be used in the series are available. Participants are asked to commit to attending all sessions in the series. Participants will also need a current Cooperative Information Network library card. Registration required. The five two-hour book discussions are scheduled 7-9 p.m., this Thursday, Nov. 15, 29 and Dec. 13 and 20. Coeur d’Alene Library, Community Room, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 769-2315, ext. 426.

Books are Fun Book and Gift Fair - Thursday and Friday. Book and gift items for all ages at discounted prices. All proceeds benefit the Spokane Valley Hospital Auxiliary. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, Spokane Valley Hospital and Medical Center, near the gift shop, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Free admission. (509) 953-3246.

Author D. Andrew McChesney - Book signing of “Beyond the Ocean’s Edge: A Stone Island Sea Story.” Friday, 5 p.m., Hastings - Spokane Valley, 15312 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 924-0667.

Cheney Friends of the Library Book Sale - 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney.

Author Esta Rosevear - Children’s writer and author of “Rebecca and the Comfy Cozy Feeling,” signs copies of her latest release, “Rebecca and the Garden.” Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Sesame Street Day - Saturday is Sesame Street’s birthday. Listen to stories about your favorite characters, color and have a birthday cupcake. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Spokane Novelists Group - Strong critiquing of fiction only, novels and short stories. No poetry, nonfiction, memoirs, etc., please. Bring 5-10 pages to read to the group and 6-8 copies. Saturday. Noon, Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. Free. (509) 891-1695.

Author Lisa Simmons – Signs her book “41D Man of Valor,” about her husband Randal “Randy” Simmons’ life and accomplishments before his death in 2008 during an 11-hour hostage rescue standoff while a California SWAT officer. Saturday, Noon-3 p.m., Washington State University, Bookie, Pullman. (310) 626-6116.

Author Jess Steven Hughes - Book signing of his historical novel, “The Sign of the Eagle.” Saturday, 1-4 p.m., All Things Irish, 315 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (509) 590-7316.

Washington Storytime - Celebrating our statehood - listen to stories about Washington and the Pacific Northwest. Saturday, 1 p.m., Auntie’s at the Square, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 456-4775; also at 1 p.m., Auntie’s at the Square, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 456-4775.

“Publishing Options in a New Media Age” - Panel discussion with three award-winning authors who share their experience with traditional, independent and self-publication. PEN and Edgar award winner Matthew Kirby, whose “Icefall” is published by Scholastic. ALA Top Ten author Meghan Sayres, whose “Night Letter” is coming from independent Nortia press. And Mom’s Choice winner Sharon Cramer, whose “Cougar Cub” series is self-published. Saturday, 1 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. $20. (509) 838-5371.

Author Julie Asay - The author sign her children’s book, “I Wish I Had a Twin Brother.” Saturday, 2-4 p.m., Hastings - Spokane Valley, 15312 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 924-0667.

Author Rose Marie Curteman - Presents her travel memoir, “7 ½ Places of Wonder: Reflections of a Delighted Traveler.” Saturday, 2 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Jane Fritz - Book signing of “Legendary Lake Pend Oreille: Idaho’s Wilderness of Water.” Saturday, 3 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, Gilkey Room, 2316 W. First Ave. (208) 265-8323.

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