Intimate events with good books and the people who write them.
The idea behind Authors Unbound is simple: a series of intimate events in Ottawa to connect authors with their readers and provide an opportunity for dialogue and discovery, brought to you by your local independent bookstores.
Each season, we'll bring you new authors who are sure to excite, and the chance to connect with them and their stories.
2024 Season
Book launch
February 6, 7:00pm
Shelley Thompson
ROAR
Join us in welcoming writer, actor, director, and activist Shelley Thompson to celebrate the launch of her debut novel, ROAR.
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave.
Poetry reading
February 7, 7:00pm
Cara-Lyn Morgan,
Marjorie Silverman
Building a Nest from the Bones of My People | (Un)spoken
Join us for an evening of poetry, discussion, and exploration with two thought-provoking writers.
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave.
Book Launch
February 13, 6:30pm
Ruby Barrett
The Friendship Study
Join author Ruby Barrett in conversation with author Rosie Danan, to celebrate the launch of Ruby's new book, The Friendship Study.
@ The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore, 1131 Wellington St. W.
Author discussion
April 4, 6:30pm
Tina Fetner
Let's Talk About Sex!
Join author Tina Fetner for a real talk about the real sex lives of Canadians, from her new book Sex in Canada.
@ The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore, 1131 Wellington St. W.
Author storytime
April 7, 10:00am
Mitali Banerjee Ruths
The Party Diaries | The Inside Scouts
Join author Mitali Banerjee Ruths for a storytime with two of her hit children's series, The Party Diaries and The Inside Scouts.
@ The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore, 1131 Wellington St. W.
Book launch
April 9, 6:30pm
Kyne santos
Math in Drag
Join sensational drag queen Kyne Santos on a fascinating journey through the glamorous world of math at the Ottawa launch of her new book, Math in Drag.
@ The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore, 1131 Wellington St. W.
Book launch
April 11, 7:00pm
Mandi Gray
Suing for Silence: Sexual Violence and Defamation Law
Join author and professor Mandi Gray for the launch of her new book, Suing for Silence.
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave.
Poetry reading
April 16, 7:00pm
Chuqiao Yang, Natalie Hanna, Manahil Bandukwala
National Poetry Month Celebration
Join authors Chuqiao Yang, Natalie Hanna, and Manahil Bandukwala to celebrate National Poetry Month! Presented in partnership with Arc Poetry Magazine.
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave.
Author discussion
April 23, 7:00pm
Barbara Leimsner, Monia Mazigh
Quitting the Master Race | Gendered Islamophobia
Join us for an evening in conversation with Barbara Leimsner, author of Quitting the Master Race, and Monia Mazigh, author of Gendered Islamophobia.
@ Carleton Dominion-Chalmers Centre
Author discussion
May 2, 7:00pm
Katie Tallo,
Amy Tector
The Lady is a Sleuth
Calling all crime lovers! Join us for a discussion of strong female leads in mystery novels with two local women authors.
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave
Author discussion
May 9, 7:00pm
John Delacourt,
Brenda Chapman
Black State | Fatal Harvest
Join Octopus Books for a double-barrel Ottawa-themed crime-thriller release event!
@ Octopus Books, 116 Third Ave.
Book launch
May 16, 6:30pm
Jay Ritchie
Listening in Many Publics
Join authors Jay Ritchie and Cameron Anstee to celebrate the launch of Jay's new poetry collection, Listening in Many Publics.
@ The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore, 1131 Wellington St. W.
Look back at the Fall 2023 season
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Want to be an author at one of our events?
We're still adding to our Spring 2024 season, and looking ahead to Fall 2024. Get in touch with the bookstore of your choice: Octopus Books or The Spaniel's Tale Bookstore.
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