Literary Calendar

Author Bill Percy - Reading, discussion and signing of the psychological thriller novel, “Climbing the Coliseum.” Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

“Bear Counts” Storytime and Craft - Come enjoy this book about Bear and his friends learning to count. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Literary Freedom Book Group - Discussion of “Love in the Time of Cholera” by Gabriel Garcia Marquez. Wednesday, 6 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

The Mystery Thriller Club - Discussion of “1st to Die” (Women’s Murder Club #1) by James Patterson. Thursday, 6 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Word Tasting Tour with the Minimalists - WordTasting is a national tour that highlights the work of several authors from Asymmetrical Press, incorporating live music into this educational evening. Thursday, 7-9 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Laura Pritchett - Reading from her novel, “Red Lightning.” Book signing to follow. Friday, 2 p.m., BookPeople, 521 S. Main St., Moscow. (208) 882-2669.

Author Jeremy Turk - Signing of “The Legend of the Runners,” a book about a world that has been ravaged by the dead for half a millennium. Friday, 4-6 p.m., Hastings - Shadle, 1704 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 327-6008.

Author Frank Romano - Signing of his book, “Love and Terror in the Middle East,” 4th edition. The book documents the decades of his life and efforts working towards peace in the Middle East. Friday, 4-8 p.m., Barnes and Noble at NorthTown Mall, 4750 N. Division St. (509) 482-4235.

Author Jennie E. Johnson - Discussing her new book, “Wake Up Call 911,” and will be doing free blood pressure readings. Written in simple language by an experienced cardiac nurse, each chapter covers a major risk factor such as high blood pressure, smoking, excess weight and abnormal cholesterol. Friday, 6 p.m., Well-Read Moose Bookstore, 2048 N. Main St., Coeur d’Alene. (509) 215-2265.

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 6-8 copies for others to read along and critique. Meets the second and fourth Saturday of each month, noon-4 p.m. Saturday, noon, Otis Orchards Community Church, 23304 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. (509) 590-7316.

Author Christi Walsh - Book signing of “The Purple Rose.” Saturday, noon, Hastings - Spokane Valley, 15312 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 924-0667.

Superhero Party - Hear superhero stories, sign up for summer reading and make superhero crafts. Dress as your favorite superhero if you like. For preschoolers and early elementary ages. Young children welcome with a parent. Saturday, 2 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free.

Author Laura Pritchett - Reading, discussion and signing of “Stars Go Blue.” Saturday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Frank Romano - Signing of his book, “Love and Terror in the Middle East,” 4th edition. The book documents the decades of his life and efforts working towards peace in the Middle East. June 28, 1-5 p.m., Barnes & Noble - Spokane Valley, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.