Check out Season 1 of the FOLD's Into the FOLD Podcast on YouTube. Enjoy all seven episodes and be sure to follow us on YouTube or wherever you listed to podcasts before Season 2 begins. youtube.com/playlist?lis...

We are so excited to welcome R.F. Kuang back to the Rose Theatre in Brampton! On Monday, September 15 at 7:30pm, R.F. Kuang joins the FOLD's executive director, Jael Richardson, in conversation about her new novel, Katabasis. Tickets are on sale now! Visit thefoldcanada.org/rfkuang for more info.

Happy 10th anniversary to #FOLD2025! Congratulations to @jaelrichardson.bsky.social and the rest of the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social organizing team for putting together yet another excellent program. I can't wait to be back in Brampton next year for year 11!

Such an honour and thrill to attend @thefoldcanada.bsky.social this weekend! Truly one of the best literary festivals in the country.

Here for the High Tea! #FOLD2025

Oh also related to this, please follow/support the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social like they literally facilitated these interactions. They live posted panels this week. I see tons of people jumping down orgs/festivals that do things wrong. Fair. But also let's support orgs doing great. 🖤

One more point about @thefoldcanada.bsky.social Today I had 5 separate Trinidadian women come up to the signing table and say, I thought I was alone. I like SF but I have never seen myself represented. Or, I have tried to write and I have never found a writing group person who understood +

Some treasures from authors featured at the FOLD @thefoldcanada.bsky.social, which is having its 10th anniversary. This is such a wonderful literary festival - I look forward to it every year. Lots of great panel conversations today, and now it's on to the spoken word showcase tonight! #FOLD2025

The Novel Ideas panel @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ❤️📚

Critical conversations panel @thefoldcanada.bsky.social

On the Go Train to Brampton for the @thefoldcanada.bsky.social! ❤️📚 thefoldcanada.org

I had a lovely time at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social readception. The musicians and readers were incredible. It was heartening to be at an event that has diverse art, writing and readers at its core in these uncertain times. You all should give their account a follow. It's good work their doing.

What a joyous evening filled with beautiful words and gorgeous colour at Daniel Maluka's PAINT AND POETRY NIGHT. Thanks to all who came and crafted such inspiring pieces based on Daniel's poems. That's a wrap on Day Five of #FOLD2025, join us tomorrow evening for THE GREAT READCEPTION at The Rose.

Great morning w students @thefoldcanada.bsky.social learning from @davidarobertson.bsky.social & @tanyatalaga.bsky.social about family, community & the writing process. Inspiring! Thank you everyone! #FOLD2025

A little BTS look at spoken word poets Wali Shah, Lisa Shen, Joshua "Scribe" Watkis, and host Spitty - another exclusive event for school groups. If you'd like to see a Spoken Word Showcase, check out our event this Saturday evening at 7:30 p.m. EST only at the Rose Theatre #FOLD2025

FOLD DAY 5: We kicked off with a student session featuring Tanya Talaga, David A. Robertson & Alyssa Gray-Tyghter talking about family & the importance of Indigenous community & storytelling #FOLD2025

I'm going to be at the Rose theatre on Saturday with R.F. Kuang and Amanda LuDuc for the FOLD! This will probably be the biggest group I've ever talked about writing in front of 😅 I'll also be at the literary Cabaret tomorrow, which there may be some tickets left for? Say hi to me if you're there! 😃

I’m wearing my best and newest shirt for my @thefoldcanada.bsky.social debut, a panel celebrating short stories and 30 years of the Journey Prize. Starting in 30 minutes!

Hear short story authors John Elizabeth Stintzi, Iryn Tushabe, and Shashi Bhat discuss the power of short but meaningful stories. Moderated by Jack Wang, this event celebrates 30 years of the Journey Prize. 7PM EST Trivia, panel to follow. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

📣Love CBC’s Bookends? Join us for a special live taping with Mattea as they chat with Tanya Talaga, Amal Elsana Alh’jooj, and Morgan Campbell about navigating tough conversations with care. Grab your tickets TODAY: fold2025.eventbrite.com #FOLD2025

Embracing the cringe when writing poetry helps you become more honest and critical of your work. Learn from artist and poet Daniel Maluka on how to own the awkwardness in this LUNCH N LEARN POETRY WORKSHOP. Join us only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

This is just a handful of the momentous quotes that were shared in this morning's school group panel on CRAFTING GENRE. This panel and others are available to watch and re-watch until June 30th, only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

I had a lovely time “talking genre” with @sillysyntax.bsky.social, Uzma Jalaluddin, and Ruby Barrett this evening at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ! Plenty of wonderful festival programming to come this week, and looking forward to my trip to Brampton for the in person event this weekend! 💜✨

Congratulations to the folks at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social for some amazing programming again this year, and for the great links to buy books from indie bookstores like @anotherstoryto.bsky.social!

I'm not supposed to be on SM lolz, but I WILL be at the FOLD virtual very very shortly. See you soon. 🖤

Join Ruby Barrett, Suzan Palumbo, Uzma Jalaluddin, and moderator Kerry C. Byrne as they dive into the wonderful world of writing genre fiction. Event sponsored by ECW Press. 7 PM EST is trivia, with the panel TALKING GENRE to follow. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

Sharing this beautiful piece of wisdom from today's Interview with Kate Gies, the FOLD's very own writer-in-residence. Kate's interview, as well as all #FOLD2025 panels, are available to watch and re-watch until June 30. Only on fold2025.vfairs.com

Join us soon for our interview with the FOLD's Writer-In-Residence, Kate Gies. Kate will share insights into her writing process, publishing journey, and more. Visit fold2025.vfairs.com to watch #FOLD2025

I’ll be eating & gisting with food influencer, Ozoz Sokoh, author of Chop Chop this Sat, May 3. We’ll be at the Festival of Literary Diversity in Brampton @ 5:30pm. Come join us as we talk Naija food and culture. Tkts - thefoldcanada.org/register #blacksky #blackbooksky @thefoldcanada.bsky.social

read. having a blast at @thefoldcanada.bsky.social ❤️📚

Starting soon is our educational and can't-miss Lunch N Learn Workshop: NON-FICTION MEMOIR & CARE. Memoir author K. J. Aiello introduces the basics of memoir writing, a narrative arc, how to write difficult topics, and more. Enjoy your lunch and learn a bunch only on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

Missed R.F. Kuang at the sold-out NOVEL IDEAS panel? Catch her at the GREAT READCEPTION - where author readings meet live jazz, curated by Brampton’s Carmen Spada. Featuring R.F. Kuang, David A. Robertson, Amanda Leduc & more. Tickets going fast: fold2025.eventbrite.ca #FOLD2025

Test your trivia skills at 7 pm EST before MONSTERS IN NY MIND - a panel that openly and honestly discusses mental health and how it is reflected in writing #FOLD2025 Stick around for the after party post panel. This event is sponsored by Second Story Press. JOIN US: fold2025.vfairs.com

🚨🚨BREAKING NEWS! Tickets went fast! These events have officially sold out (or will be soon) - but don’t worry! There’s still so much more to experience, from thought-provoking panels to hands-on workshops this year at #FOLD2025

Curious about the impact of Artificial Intelligence on publishing? Want to know the implications of using this technology in writing? Lawyer and author Alicia Ellis navigates this here-to-stay technology in the workshop THE IMPACT OF A.I. ON PUBLISHING. Join us: fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

If it's nearly May, then it's almost time for my Don't Call it A #BookTour. I'll be everywhere with #MyFightingFamily, starting this Friday & Saturday at the Rose Theatre in Brampton as part of #FOLD2025 @thefoldcanada.bsky.social Ticket info right here

Today at 2:00 PM EST, listen as literary agents Carly Watters, Marin Takikawa, and editor Anita Chong share their insights into how the publishing industry has changed over the last 10 years and where the industry is headed into the next decade. #FOLD2025 Join us, only at: fold2025.vfairs.com

Starting soon is our first Lunch n Learn Fiction Workshop: THE POWER OF IMAGERY. Hear author Denise Da Costa delve into the world of storytelling through the use of sensory details and vivid description. Join us on fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

We're kicking off Day 2 of #FOLD2025 with SUCCES IN SELF-PUBLISHING. Join Alicia Ellis, Tao Wong, and Katia Rose as they engage in conversations around the self-publishing process, and how this shift with publishing has impacted their careers and the industry. Visit fold2025.vfairs.com to watch:

Trivia time! Join us RIGHT NOW on fold2025.vfairs.com for some fun questions before COMMUNITY IN CONFLICT. Hear authors Kagiso Lesego Molope, Sheung-King, and Andrea Currie discuss the ways they find meaningful connections and build community in the midst of conflict. #FOLD2025

Don’t miss the recording of The Sht No One Tells You About Writing at our next panel! Co-hosts Bianca Marais, CeCe Lyra & Carly Watters do "Books With Hooks" live w/ guest agent Marin Takikawa - real queries, real feedback, real insights. fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

🚨Happening on vfairs AND YouTube🚨 #FOLD2025 Join FOLD Executive Director (and Canada Reads megafan!) Jael Richardson as she chats with these superstars on the impact that this competition has on their careers and how it affects CanLit. YT: www.youtube.com/live/CJg8MWc... VFAIRS: fold2025.vfairs.com

Happening soon - Celebrate 10 years of the Festival of Literary Diversity with the FOLD team! We're kicking off the 2025 festival with our annual opening trivia event. Join us for the party and the chance to win exclusive book prizes. Visit: fold2025.vfairs.com #FOLD2025

HAPPY #FOLD2025!!! Kicking off this year is a morning writing sprint with Island Scribe, Simone Dalton. Join us on fold2025.vfairs.com for more!

Aspiring author or curious about publishing? Don’t miss The Writer’s Hub: Publishing Roundtables - a LIVE-ONLY virtual event with agents, editors & more. No replays! Grab your pass now: fold2025.vfairs.com

🍽️📚 Grab your lunch + log on for @thefoldcanada.bsky.social's Lunch N' Learn Fiction Workshop! Join author #DeniseDaCosta (#ANDTHEWALLSCAMEDOWN) for a virtual session on The Power of Imagery in #FictionWriting! 🗓️ Mon, Apr 28 | ⏰ 12 PM ET | 💻 Online 🎟️ Register: thefoldcanada.org/festival-eve...

The 10th anniversary @thefoldcanada.bsky.social begins on Sunday! www.cbc.ca/books/panel-...

We're thrilled to announce the FOLD's 2025 Writer-In-Residence, Kate Gies, author of IT MUST BE BEAUTIFUL TO BE FINISHED! Join us for the FOLD's 10th anniversary, virtually from Apr 27-30 & in-person May 1-4 in Brampton. #FOLD2025 @kategies.bsky.social @simonschusterca.bsky.social

We're excited to welcome Tanya Talaga, author of THE KNOWING, to the 2025 Festival of Literary Diversity! Join us for the FOLD's 10th anniversary, virtually from Apr 27-30 & in-person May 1-4 in Brampton. Registration opens on Mar 19! #FOLD2025 @harpercollinsca.bsky.social @tanyatalaga.bsky.social

Virtual exhibitor booths are back at #FOLD2025 from April 27- May 4! If you’re a literary or publishing organization, apply for one of our virtual booths by March 10. Apply today at thefoldcanada.org/exhibitors