The word on the street is that some of Canada’s finest writers will gather at Queen’s Park on Sunday, Sept. 26 to showcase great Canadian literature. Mahtab Narsimhan, Marina Nemat and Vivek Shraya are scheduled to add some “desi” and cross-cultural flavour to the lineup of authors’ presentations, workshops, and events. Since 1990, “The Word on the Street” National Book and Magazine Festival has celebrated literacy, reading, and the written word. This year marks the 21st anniversary of the festival, which is also taking place in Vancouver, Saskatoon, Kitchener and Halifax simultaneously. Part of its success can be credited to its media sponsors and partnerships with The Canadian Authors Association , Playwright's Union of Canada, League of Canadian Poets, and the Ontario Literacy Coalition to name a few. Don’t miss the chance to purchase the latest best-sellers at discounted rates and interact with a diverse group of people from 11a.m to 6p.m.
Mahtab was born in Mumbai (Bombay), India. Her books are inspired by her passion for Indian mythology and adventure. She resided in India for 25 years and then moved to the Middle East where she worked for a couple of years. Mahtab finally immigrated to Canada in 1997 and currently lives in Toronto. Her latest literary accomplishment is entitled The Third Eye as she was the recipient of the 2009 Silver Birch Award. Mahtab will be showcasing her sequel to The Third Eye at the festival.
See Mahtab in the Children’s Reading Tent on Sunday, Sept. 26 at 2:20p.m.
Did you know? Mahtab’s favourite season is Autumn.
Marina was born in Tehran, Iran. After the Islamic Revolution, she was imprisoned as a teenager where she faced the doors of death. In 1991, she fled to Canada where she began her career as an author. Her international bestselling novel Prisoner of Tehran depicts her experiences while she was held captive in the Iranian jail. Marina’s latest novel After Tehran tells the tale of her escape from Iran to Canada and will be available at the festival.
See Marina in discussion on the Scotiabank Giller Prize Bestsellers Stage at 3:00p.m.
Did you know? Marina escaped Iran with her husband and infant son.
Vivek was born in Edmonton,
Alberta, Canada and is currently living in Toronto. His recent literary success, God Loves Hair, is a
collection of short stories following the “becoming-of-age” journey of a boy
who is intrigued by sex, politics, and religion. Critics say the anthology is
dedicated to the Queer World.
See Vivek at the festival in the Great Books Marquee at 4:45p.m.
Did you know? Vivek is also a musician who has toured North America.
Click HERE to check out Vivek’s blog for more information.
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