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SUMMARY:Malcolm Gladwell in Conversation
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nFrom New York Times bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell comes his most urgent book yet: a provocative investigation of America’s epidemic of gun violence. In The American Way of Killing\, Gladwell explores the American “peculiarity”—how the world’s wealthiest country came to suffer from a problem typically only seen in the world’s poorest countries.  \nDrawing on original interviews\, archival and social science research\, and his trademark insight\, Gladwell approaches the American paradox through a series of stories. In a sweeping narrative that travels across the United States\, Gladwell paints a picture of a country that does not understand its most pressing social problem\, and as result\, does not understand how to fix it. A member of the Order of Canada and one of TIME’s 100 most influential people\, Gladwell is widely recognized as one of our leading thinkers today. He speaks with CBC’s Stephen Quinn.  Books will be for sale at the event from Book Warehouse\, a division of Black Bond Books. \nTickets: Starting at $45\n(Youth under 25: $25)
URL:https://writersfest.bc.ca/event/gladwell-2026
LOCATION:Vancouver Playhouse\, 600 Hamilton St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6B 2P1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Incite: Tales of Christmas
DESCRIPTION:Presented in partnership with Vancouver Public Library.\n\n\n\nThis event is at capacity in-person. Register for the livestream\, or subscribe to our newsletter to be notified if additional in-person tickets become available.\n  \nCome one\, come all to this festive holiday edition of Incite to toast to a year of fabulous literary events. You’ll discover a delightful variety of offerings under the Christmas tree\, as three authors of Christmas-themed books spanning different genres—romance\, mystery\, and even ghost stories—regale us with their yuletide tales. Tanya Boteju\, JJ Lee\, and Iona Whishaw join us in conversation with Bill Richardson. \nFrom Tanya Boteju\, Setting the Stage for Christmas is a sizzling yet sweet festive rom-com. When a local landmark goes up for sale in a small town\, local theatre director Bo draws up plans to produce the loudest\, most magical play to save the day. To pull it all off\, Bo needs a set builder who can bring her vision to life—but the only option seems to be the newly returned Val Morales\, Bo’s long lost high school sweetheart.    \nDetective Lane Winslow returns in A Season for Spies\, the latest page-turning mystery from bestselling author Iona Whishaw. This action-packed prequel sees the popular detective embark on her first spy mission in wartime England\, while her grandparents’ quiet Christmas in Scotland is interrupted by a mysterious\, possibly sinister guest.  \nGhost stories have been associated with Christmas since Charles Dickens first published A Christmas Carol. Generations of Canadians grew up listening to beloved stories on CBC radio every Christmas Eve. Author and broadcaster JJ Lee breathes new life into both traditions in Shivers. Each of the twelve stories in this jewel-like collection can be read aloud in about eight minutes\, and audiences of all ages will enjoy this opportunity to reconnect over tales of wintry spirits.  \nBeloved local author and Stephen Leacock Medal for Humour-winner Bill Richardson joins as our charismatic host. Christmas sweaters\, blankets\, and mugs of cozy beverages are encouraged!  \nAbout Incite\nPresented by the Vancouver Writers Fest and Vancouver Public Library\, Incite is a free quarterly series offering fascinating conversations with celebrated authors and emerging talents. Incite is open to all\, in-person at the VPL’s Central Library or online. Books will be for sale at the event by Book Warehouse/Black Bond Books\, and most events will have a signing after the talk. Can’t make the date? Sign up for the livestream to receive the recording in your inbox! 
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LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library – Central Library
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