EPISODE · Feb 26, 2021 · 26 MIN
Virtual Book Club
from Red Fern Book Review by Amy Tyler · host Amy Mair
Send us Fan MailAttending festivals and large events in person may be in our distant future, but one of the largest literary events in North America has found a way to pivot with new programming and a virtual lineup. Join me in my discussion with the Vancouver Writers Festival Artistic Director Leslie Hurtig and find out about what special events she has in store for this spring. Hello, Ethan Hawke fans! Learn about some new first-time authors and how Leslie finds the time to incorporate reading into her everyday routine. I also reveal a favourite crowdsourced photography site and share a memorable new essay by beloved author Ann Patchett.Books and resources:Instagram: @accidentallywesandersonAccidentally Wes Anderson by Wally KovalVancouver Writers Festival"These Precious Days" by Ann Patchett, Harper's MagazineUncommon Type by Tom Hanks Libro.fmRu by Kim ThuyThe Return of the Trickster by Eden RobinsonA Bright Ray of Darkness by Ethan HawkeButter Honey Pig Bread by Francesca EkwuyasiReal Life by Brandon TaylorFollow Red Fern Book Review:Website and to leave a voicemail: https://www.redfernbookreview.comInstagram: @redfernbookreviewFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/redfernbookreview/Newsletter: https://www.redfernbookreview.com/newsletter
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Send us Fan Mail Attending festivals and large events in person may be in our distant future, but one of the largest literary events in North America has found a way to pivot with new programming and a virtual lineup. Join me in my discussion with the Vancouver Writers Festival Artistic Director Leslie Hurtig and find out about what special events she has in store for this spring. Hello, Ethan Hawke fans! Learn about some new first-time authors and how Leslie finds the time to incorpora...
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