Mystery and thriller writers from around the world will meet at the Delta Chelsea Hotel in Toronto, Ontario Canada, this June, as the as part of the Bloody Words Mystery Conference. The award honors a work of literary excellence in the field of crime writing by a Canadian or U.S. author. Featuring authors, small presses, independent booksellers, and non-profit community organizations dedicated to the promotion of reading and celebration of the written word. Sarasota, Florida joins cities the world over in celebrating Bloomsday, a festival honoring the literary work of James Joyce. Actors bring James Joyce's acclaimed novel Ulysses to life with their readings as part of a citywide, daylong Bloomsday festival.
All programs are free and open to the public.
This free event features author speakers and signers, children's authors and activities, book group panel discussions, and more. Held at the San Francisco Marriott. Focused on helping you survive the evolving book and e-book publishing industry. Last year's attendance was over 1,300 people. The 2001 Trade show will include two new seminars for booksellers, educational panels and presenters, author appearances, book and author breakfast and dinner, and much more.