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EXPLORE THE LOCAL BOOKSHELF

Discover the Magic of Locally Written Children’s Books With The Local Bookshelf

Welcome to The Local Bookshelf! We are excited to share children’s books with inspirational, reflective and important messages for children and their grown-ups written by authors in Vancouver, Canada and surrounding areas. 

We Write Book Reviews!

Are you a local author looking for ways to promote your book and connect with readers in your community? Look no further! Our book review service offers comprehensive, honest, and insightful reviews of your work to help you reach a wider audience and foster a strong local author community.

We understand the challenges that come with being a writer, especially in today's crowded publishing landscape. That's why we're dedicated to providing you with the support and encouragement you need to succeed. Our Local Bookshelf team consists of fellow local authors who also have day jobs in marketing, education, libraries, and parenting!

By working with us, you'll not only receive valuable feedback on your book, but you'll also be joining a vibrant and supportive community of local authors. We believe that by promoting each other's work, we can create a thriving literary scene that benefits everyone.

So whether you're a first-time writer or an experienced author, let us help you get your work out there and connect with readers in your community. Contact us today to learn more about our book review service and how we can support your writing journey.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Stay Tuned for New Events Listings!

PAST EVENTS

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Hollydaze in the Heights

Saturday November 16th from 4PM to 9PM.
Ridgeway Avenue, Coquitlam *FULL BLOCK*
2024
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Word Vancouver Book Fair 2024

Saturday, September 28th 11:00am - 5:00pm

UBC Robson Square

2024

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Indigo at Metrotown

Saturday, September 7th 2:00pm - 6:00pm

320 - 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby

2024

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Terra Nova Nature School 

Saturday, June 1st 11:00am - 3:00pm

2024

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Surrey Teachers Association Convention

Friday, May 3rd 8:30am - 2:30pm

2024

Hope Elementary

Alex Hope Elementary School Craft Fair

Friday, May 4th 5:00pm - 8:00pm

2023

Baker Drive Elementary

Baker Drive Elementary School Craft Fair

Friday, June 9th 5:00pm - 9:00pm

2023

Semiahmoo Arts Society

Semiahmoo Arts Society Craft Market

Saturday, June 24th 10:00am - 3:00pm

2023

Camp Kinder Logo

CANADA'S ONLY VIRTUAL CONFERENCE FOR PASSIONATE ELEMENTARY EDUCATORS

Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd, 2023

We are very excited to be a sponsor of the second annual Camp Kinder Event.

"If you don't see the book you want on the shelf, write it."

- Beverly Cleary

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