Join us for a Happy Hour event with Yukon-based journalist Eva Holland to celebrate her new book Nerve: A Personal Journey Through The Science of Fear. Pour yourself a local craft beer (the darker the better and preferably an oatmeal stout) or an Orangina - Eva's favourite drinks and tune into Wordfest's Facebook page at 5:30 PM (MT) for a conversation hosted by Christina Frangou, who, like Eva, is one of the world's leading magazine writers. READ MORE

Join us for Wordfest's third Happy Hour conversation, in which artist and author Vivek Shraya launches her second novel, exploring social media and female friendships. Featuring a virtual reading of The Subtweet, a musical performance of songs from the book soundtrack, and a Q&A hosted by Shelley Youngblut. Pour yourself a Coke or an Orange Cream Soda – Vivek's favourite libations – and tune into Wordfest's Facebook page at 5:30 PM (MT). You do not need a Facebook account to watch the live stream. READ MORE

Join us for a Happy Hour event with Kate Elizabeth Russell, author of one of the most controversial books of the year, My Dark Vanessa. Pour yourself your favourite libation and tune into Wordfest's Facebook page at 5:30 PM (MT) for a conversation hosted by Wordfest's CEO & Creative Ringleader Shelley Youngblut. READ MORE