Read Between the Spines
Youth aged 13 to 18, meet at the International District Library every month to discuss YA books with inclusive representations of characters, themes, and settings. Discuss issues like the separation of authors and the work they publish, the relationship between reader and author, and the importance of representation – all while having a blast reading […]
Indigenize Your Mind Book Group
This month the book club will discuss They Called Me Number One by Bev Sellars, about Sellars’ experiences in the Residential Canadian Indian School and her healing journey afterward. Be aware of traumatic topics, as well as courage. This book club highlights Indigenous cultural perspectives and how they influence the reader.
Story Time in Burton Park (with free lunch!)
Free lunch and story time in the park! Plus, you get to take home a free copy of the book read. Story Time in the Park and the summer lunch program take place in parks throughout Albuquerque. For more information on STIP, including locations, click here.
Story Time in Wilson Park (with free lunch!)
Free lunch and story time in the park! Plus, you get to take home a free copy of the book read. Story Time in the Park and the summer lunch program take place in parks throughout Albuquerque. For more information on STIP, including locations, click here.
How Latina Voices Enrich the American Story
Bookworks hosts an essential conversation about Latinas in literature with authors Cara Lopez Lee, Michelle Otero, and Briana Muñoz. How Latina Voices Enrich the American Story will be presented on Tuesday, June 11th, at 6pm. A portion of proceeds will benefit MANA de Albuquerque, which works to empower Latinas through education, leadership development, community service, and advocacy. […]
Mary Oishi Author Talk
Mary Oishi, the “Pandemic Poet Laureate” of Albuquerque, will be reading from and signing her latest collection of poetry, Sidewalk Cruiseship. The book is a moving exploration of motherhood, war, and compassion.
Pirate Party & Summer Reading Program Kickoff
Celebrate the start of 2024’s Summer Reading Program with a Pirate Party at the International District Library! Enjoy activity & craft stations, Pirate Picture Portraits, and a scavenger hunt. Sign up for your reading log and start earning prizes just by reading. And this Summer Reading Program isn’t just for kids – all ages […]
How Indigenous Storytellers Are Changing the Narrative of History
Bookworks is partnering with Native America Calling for a special reading and panel discussion. A conversation moderated by Native America Calling‘s own Shawn Spruce will follow readings from readings from three New Mexico authors: Deborah Taffa, author of Whiskey Tender and director of the MFA in Creative Writing at the Institute of American Indian Arts; […]
Books and Brews at Boxing Bear (Adult Book Fair)
Remember going to those awesome kids’ book fairs? Bookworks is hosting one for grownups! Have a drink while browsing specially selected books and novelties. What could be better?
Contemporary Rebel Woman Reading
Shirley Campbell Barr, Suzanne Barr, and Yashika Graham will share their poetry and prose. Shirley Campbell Barr will read selections from her five poetry collections. She has written De Negro Vengo Ataviada, the seminal Rotundamente Negra y Otras Poemas, and Palabras Indelebles de Poetas Negras. Suzanne Barr is the author of My Ackee Tree: A Chef’s […]