First Annual Galiano Literary Festival
BOOK LOVERS CAN RELAX THEIR BODIES WHILE STIMULATING THEIR MINDS AT THE FIRST ANNUAL GALIANO LITERARY FESTIVAL
Book lovers looking to soothe spirit and soul while escaping Vancouver’s Olympic check points and traffic snarls have another option in the peaceful and beautiful Southern Gulf Islands.
The first annual Galiano Literary Festival will be held February 19th to 21st 2010, offering more than 25 vibrant Western Canadian voices and a gorgeous weekend away at Vancouver’s closest Gulf Island.
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| Audrey Thomas |
The Festival will get underway with an intimate welcoming reception on the evening of Friday, February 19th 2010. Throughout the weekend, festival-goers will have the opportunity to meet a variety of writers from the Gulf Islands and across British Columbia in an intimate and casual setting. While the Festival schedule will be stimulating, visitors can anticipate having a few quiet hours to walk along Galiano Island’s beautiful beaches and serene forests.
Throughout the weekend, the Festival schedule includes readings and talks by over 25 writers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry including George Bowering, Grant Buday, Norma Charles, Mike Christie, Sean Cranbury, Dede Crane, Anthony Dalton, William Deverell, Ann Eriksson, Jenn Farrell, Pam Freir, Rhonda Ganz, Bill Gaston, Gary Geddes, Kim Goldberg, Margaret Griffiths, Geoff Inverarity, Michael Kenyon, Francis Mansbridge, Catherine Owen, Miranda Pearson, Jamie Read, Linda L. Richards, George Sipos, Timothy Taylor, Audrey Thomas, Harry Thurston, Rhea Tregebov, and Alan Twigg.
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| George Bowering |
A full slate of workshops and panels will discuss a wide variety of book and writing-related topics including how to develop a writing style, how to get published, and the future of the printed page in the e-book age. All of this will occur in a relaxed and cozy atmosphere where visitors will be able to talk one-to-one with writers and fellow book lovers, or just sit back and enjoy the conversation.
The Festival will take place at the Galiano Inn, a world-class resort that will provide a relaxed and cozy atmosphere. Festival organizers anticipate an intimate and vibrant event.
The Galiano Inn is just a very short walk from the ferry dock and Galiano Island Books, so visitors coming to the Island for the Festival can leave cars at home or at the ferry terminal in Tsawwassen.
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| Alan Twigg |
Registration for the weekend is $150.00 per person, which includes the opening reception, admission to all sessions, and lunch on Saturday and Sunday.
Festival-goers may choose to attend for a single day. The cost for one day’s Festival events, including lunch, is $85.00 or $40 for a half day, without lunch.
Attendees are also welcome to join the authors on Saturday evening for dinner and conversation. The dinner is $25.00 per person (excluding beverages).
Event tickets can be purchased at Galiano Island Books or by calling 1-877-795-BOOK (2665) or the bookstore at 250-539-3340. The full festival program is available at www.galianoislandbooks.com.
Lodging is available at the Galiano Inn through their Web site at www.galianoinn.com or on their toll free reservation line at 1-877-530-3939.
Accommodations for the weekend, including cabins, bed and breakfasts and lodges, can be found through The Galiano Island Chamber of Commerce on their Web site at www.galianoisland.com.
Event Tickets & further information on the Galiano Literary Festival:
Galiano Island Books
76 Madrona Drive
Galiano Island BC
V0N 1P0
250-539-3340
1-877-795-BOOK
www.galianoislandbooks.com
lee@galianoislandbooks.com
The Perfect Valentine’s Day Gifts
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and you know what that means? Shopping at Galiano Island Books is the perfect romantic getaway and gift! We know you are already booking your plans for our First Annual Galiano Literary Festival February 19th to 21st, so why not come to Galiano Island beforehand or stay a little longer afterwards?
Escape for the weekend or a mid-week vacation to Galiano Island with that special person in your life. Our quaint island paradise is only a short ferry ride away from downtown Vancouver. While you are here, you must visit us at Galiano Island Books, because everyone knows books make memorable Valentine’s Day gifts. We can find you the perfect romantic book of prose or poetry for you to read to your partner. Just imagine … curled up together as you read to one another just as the sun sets on our picturesque island. Could anything be more perfect?
If you can’t make it to the island, you can still always shop on our online store directly. Our friendly staff can help you find the perfect book for yourself or that special someone in your life.
Gift Certificates for the Book Lover
We also have gift certificates available. Gift certificates are the perfect gift for the book lovers in your life! Mail them with your Valentine’s Day cards or even hide one inside a book purchase so they can buy another book. Giving a gift certificate from Galiano Island Books ensures that your gift will be just right! Denominations start at $20 – there is no expiry date and it is good for anything in the store; not just books!
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Jennifer Johnson is Sick of Being Single
by Heather McElhatton (author)
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Reviewed by Lindsay (staff picks)
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