The Book Drunkard Literary Festival

2023 Fall Events

In The Country In The Dark Book Launch with Daryl Sneath

Old Flame Brewery

September 10 | 2023 - 2:00 pm

TICKETS: FREE | Pre-registration not required

We are overjoyed to be co-hosting the talented Daryl Sneath as he launches his third novel, In The Country In The Dark, at Old Flame Brewery with emcee Rob Winger and a special brew for the occasion!

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A Dining Experience with Mary Berg

Urban Pantry

October 12 | 2023 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

TICKETS: SOLD OUT

Following the success of her visit in 2019, we are pleased to welcome Mary Berg back to Uxbridge! Join us for a four course meal as Mary delves deeper into her dishes and experiences as a chef and television personality. This event includes a copy of Mary’s latest cookbook, In Mary’s Kitchen, to take home and create your own MasterChef quality recipes.

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The Brickworks Book Launch with Lucy E.M. Black

Blue Heron Studio

October 14 | 2023 - 3:00 pm

TICKETS: FREE | Pre-registration not required

We are thrilled to be hosting the wonderful Lucy E.M. Black as she launches her third novel, The Brickworks in Blue Heron Studio.

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Memoir and Its Critical Ingredients: A Writing Workshop with Donna Morrissey

Blue Heron Studio

October 15 | 2023 - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

TICKETS: $125 + HST

Everyone has a story to tell.  What’s yours?

Join us for an immersive workshop as we delve into the world of memoir writing with award winning author, Donna Morrissey.

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A Down East Kitchen Party with Donna Morrissey

Blue Heron Studio

October 15 | 2023 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

TICKETS: $40 + HST (book included)

For us, Donna has always been part of the Blue Heron Books family, and we’re excited to welcome her back to Ontario this fall as part of The Book Drunkard Festival. In the spirit of a family reunion, you’re invited to a Newfoundland ‘kitchen party’ celebrating the Ontario launch of Donna’s new book, Rage The Night. Join us for lively conversations, literary enthusiasm, and a deeper look at Roan’s journey.

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Brent Butt in Conversation with Neil Crone

Uxbridge Music Hall

October 17 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $60 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Little Mosque on the Prairie takes on Corner Gas for an evening that’s guaranteed to entertain.  Join us as hometown favourite and funnyman Neil Crone interviews Best Male Stand-Up in Canada, Brent Butt at the fine old Uxbridge Music Hall.

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The Rare Machines Tour

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

October 19 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST ($25 book voucher included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks for a mind-blowing round-table discussion with five extraordinary authors.

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A Super Wicked Book Launch with Doug Knight

Blue Heron Studio

October 21 | 2023 - 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

TICKETS: FREE | Pre-registration not required

Join us October 21 in Blue Heron Studio as we celebrate the launch of Doug Knight’s Super Wicked White Cell Squadron series!

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Kerry Clare in Conversation with Marissa Stapley

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

October 23 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks Golf Club, for a delightful event with two great friends – as author Marissa Stapley interviews Kerry Clare about her latest novel.

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Ashley Audrain In Conversation with Samantha Bailey

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

October 26 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks Golf Club for an evening of discussion around Ashley’s latest page-turner, The Whispers.

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Emma Donoghue In Conversation with Miranda Hill

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

October 28 | 2023 - 4:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us for some tea and cakes at Wooden Sticks to celebrate the publication of Emma Donoghue’s latest tour-de-force.

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Alicia Elliott In Conversation with Canisia Lubrin

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

October 30 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks Golf Club for an evening of discussion around Alicia’s latest novel, And Then She Fell.

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Stories, Music and Laughs: Terry Fallis in Conversation with Mike Tanner

The Second Wedge Brewing Co.

November 2 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: SOLD OUT

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at The Second Wedge Brewing Co. for an evening of stories, music, and laughs as funnyman Terry Fallis hits the stage with Mike Tanner.

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Weekend Writer’s Retreat with Wendy O’Brien

Blue Heron Studio

November 4 | 2023 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm & November 5 | 2023 - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

TICKETS: $180 + HST (includes ticket to brunch with Zalika Reid-Benta)

The Second Annual Book Drunkard’s Writer’s Retreat!
Do you have a desire to write but just can’t seem to get started? Have you started writing a story but find it hard to stick with it? If so, join us this weekend as we reboot our writing practice! In addition, this event includes a ticket to our brunch with Zalika Reid-Benta!
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Zalika Reid-Benta In Conversation with Wendy O’Brien

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

November 5 | 2023 - 11:00 am

TICKETS: $60 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks Golf Club for Books and Brunch with Zalika Reid-Benta.

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R.H. Thomson in Conversation with Carol Off

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

November 6 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at Wooden Sticks Golf Club for an engaging evening with multi-talented actor, RH Thomson as he discusses his new book, By the Ghost Light, with renowned journalist and interviewer, Carol Off.

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Feed your Cravings with Sam Turnbull

Fig Kitchen

November 8 | 2023 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

TICKETS: $115 + HST (book included)

We are so excited to host Sam this fall at Fig Kitchen and would love you to join us in feeding your cravings! At this intimate, four-course meal, we will be discussing food, cooking, and Sam’s inspiration for her recipes. This event include the full meal as well as a copy of Craving Vegan to make more of Sam’s recipes at home.

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Zoe Whittall In Conversation with Eden Boudreau

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

November 9 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us for an evening at Wooden Sticks Golf Club as we present Zoe Whittall in conversation with Eden Boudreau.

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In conversation with Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

November 12 | 2023 - 10:00 am

TICKETS: $60 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us for a special festive brunch at Wooden Sticks Golf Club to celebrate the release of Three Holidays and a Wedding, by Uzma Jalaluddin and Marissa Stapley.

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Naomi Alderman In Conversation with Bianca Marais

Wooden Sticks Golf Club

November 12 | 2023 - 4:00 pm

TICKETS: $55 + HST (book included)

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us for tea and sweets (it’s teatime after all, and Naomi IS British) or cocktail hour (your choice) at Wooden Sticks Golf Club as we welcome Naomi Alderman, visiting from London England.

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In Conversation with Rick Mercer

Uxbridge Music Hall

November 15 | 2023 - 7:00 pm

TICKETS: SOLD OUT

THIS EVENT IS GENERAL ADMISSION ONLY. THERE ARE NO RESERVED SEATS.

PLEASE NOTE: When purchasing tickets online, please select ‘pick-up in store’ to avoid shipping costs. All tickets are virtual and books are available for pick-up at each event. Thank you.

Join us at the Uxbridge Music Hall for an entertaining evening with Canadian icon, Rick Mercer.

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