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White square graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing Four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD August Challenge: An audiobook by a Caribbean author. Titles are WHAT STORM, WHAT THUNDER by Myriam J. Chancy, PINK ICING AND OTHER STORIES by Pamela Mordecai, THE ISLAND OF FORGETTING by Jasmine Sealy, and HURRICANE SUMMER by Asha Bromfield. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — August

Aug 1, 2022

White rectangular graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing Four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD July Challenge: A novel set in or by an author from Northern Canada. Titles are THOSE WHO RUN IN THE SKY by Aviaq Johnston, SKRAELINGS by Rachel and Sean Qitsilak-Tinsley, CURVED AGAINST THE HULL OF A PETERHEAD by Taqralik Partridge, and NIGHT MOVES by Richard Van Camp. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — July

Jul 5, 2022

White rectangular graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing Four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD June Challenge: Creative nonfiction or memoir by an Indigenous author. Titles are INDIGENOUS TORONTO: STORIES THAT CARRY THIS PLACE edited by various authors, SCRATCHING RIVER by Michelle Porter, WHAT I REMEMBER, WHAT I KNOW by Larry Audlaluk, and PEKAYOW: RECLAIMING CREE DIGNITY by Darrel J. McLeod. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — June

Jun 1, 2022

White rectangular graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing Four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD May Challenge: A recently released young adult novel by a BIPOC author. Titles are TAHIRA IN BLOOM by Farah Heron, IRON WIDOW by Xiran Jay Zhao, WRONG SIDE OF THE COURT by H.N. Khan, and SUMMER OF BITTER AND SWEET by Jen Ferguson. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — May

May 16, 2022

White rectangular graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD April Challenge: A book of poetry by a writer over 50. Titles are CANE | FIRE by Shani Mootoo, BROKEN DAWN BLESSINGS by Adam Sol, NOTHING WILL SAVE YOUR LIFE by Nancy Jo Cullen, and WALKING IN THE TALL GRASS by Chief R. Stacey Laforme. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — April

Apr 1, 2022

White rectangular graphic with a dark pink border, showcasing four book covers for the titles chosen for the FOLD March Challenge: A fabulist novel by a disabled author. Titles are THE BOI OF FEATHER AND STEEL, by Adan Jerreat-Poole, WHAT WILLOW SAYS, by Lynn Buckle, SORROWLAND, by Rivers Solomon, and PIRANESI, by Susanna Clarke. For full list, visit thefoldcanada.org/readingchallenge2022

2022 FOLD Challenge — March

Mar 1, 2022

Four titles chosen for the FOLD January Challenge: A book about climate change by a BIPOC and/or disabled author. Titles are THE PUMP by Sydney Warner Brooman, REVERY: A YEAR OF BEES by Jenna Butler, WATCH YOUR HEAD by various, and THE ANNUAL MIGRATION OF CLOUDS by PRemee Mohamed.

2022 FOLD Challenge — February

Feb 1, 2022

Four titles chosen for the FOLD January Challenge: A book about climate change by a BIPOC and/or disabled author. Titles are THE PUMP by Sydney Warner Brooman, REVERY: A YEAR OF BEES by Jenna Butler, WATCH YOUR HEAD by various, and THE ANNUAL MIGRATION OF CLOUDS by PRemee Mohamed.

2022 FOLD Challenge — January

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So many amazing #SchoolGroup sessions at #Fold2022 this year!

On Thursday May 5, from 10-11am ET, join us for GRAPPLING WITH GRIEF AND MENTAL HEALTH IN YOUNG ADULT FICTION.

Featuring @kerncarter @abdaddy and @marylouzeitoun in conversation with @alyssagtyghter, this session promises invaluable lessons and wisdom for all ages—but especially young adults.

Educators, be sure to share this session with your classes!

Get your festival pass TODAY at thefoldCanada.org/register

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Join us on Wednesday, May 4, from 8pm - 9:15pm ET, for an unforgettable conversation on faith and the many different shapes it can take within our lives.

With @sydneyhegele, omar_aok, and Mariam S. Pal. Get your festival pass today at thefoldcanada.org/register!

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New #FoldChallenge! Join us this April as we read books of poetry by authors over 50. Featuring works from @shani_mootoo, @adamsol42, @nancyjocullen and Chief R. Stacey Laforme, these books are sure to delight you heart and soul. Read more about these recommendations--as well as other challenges for 2022--on the FOLD website at thefoldcanada.org/ReadingChallenge2022

The 2022 FOLD Challenge is sponsored by @audible_ca.

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Writers, editors, and wordlovers alike! Have you ever wanted to helm an anthology? Don't miss this incredible #FOLD2022 workshop--CURATING AND ASSEMBLING ANTHOLOGIES with @zenasharman. In this not-to-be-missed workshop, Zena will take us through some important things to consider when collating an anthology, and making a beautiful tapestry out of a collection of voices.

Wednesday May 4, from 5--6:15pm ET.

Get your festival pass today at thefoldcanada.org/register!

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Join us on Wednesday May 4, from 2--3:15pm ET, for THE TRUTH BEHIND CLIMATE FICTION--an important, necessary conversation with three acclaimed authors who write about the climate in their fiction.

Featuring @sydneyhegele @premeesaurus and @marylouzeitoun in conversation with @themockler, this is a session you definitely don't want to miss!

This panel discussion is sponsored by @ecwpress.

Get your festival pass today at thefoldcanada.org/register!

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Have you ever wondered exactly what goes into researching a book? Find out this year at the FOLD!

On Wednesday May 4, from 12-1pm ET, join @farahheronauthor, @junehwrites, and @thechloegong for an engaging discussion on the rabbit holes and wrestling involved in researching for the books you want to write.

This session is sponsored by @simonschusterca.

Get your tickets today at thefoldcanada.org/register!

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Schools and educators! Join us at the 2022 Festival of Literary Diversity on Wednesday May 4, from 10am - 11am ET, for BLACK IN SCHOOL. In this important, not-to-be-missed panel discussion, authors @yeshialem_fistula @kerncarter and @curtiscarmicc will discuss their work and writing with educator @skyebowen37.

Get your festival pass today at thefoldCanada.org/register!

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Join us on Tuesday May 3, from 8-9:15pm ET, for MEMOIRS ON MOTHERHOOD. This incredible panel features three incredible writers—@chidiogoakunyili, @suzanne_barr_food and @anaisgranofsky—speaking about the gifts and challenges inherent in writing memoir, writing mothers, and writing matters of the heart.

Get your festival pass today at thefoldCanada.org/register!

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Join us at the FOLD for this incredible, unforgettable session on wellness and making space for yourself. WORKING TOWARDS WELLNESS: MIND, BODY, AND SOUL features three acclaimed authors and wellness experts—@morganharpernichols, @dija_ayodele, and @bethaneybree—discussing paths to wellness and peace for the soul. Something we ALL need in these turbulent days.

Tuesday May 3 from 2-3:15pm ET. This session is sponsored by @harpercollinsca.

Get your festival pass now at thefoldcanada.org/register!

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We can’t wait to welcome you to TO CANADA FROM NIGERIA—an illuminating session featuring three acclaimed authors—@chidiogoakunyiliparr, @tolu1n1, and @cheluchio—discussing how their lives in and ties to Nigeria have influenced their work. Moderated by @yejidekilanko.

Join us on Tuesday May 3 from 5-6:15pm ET to hear their brilliance! Get your festival pass today at thefoldcanada.org/register.

This session is sponsored by @risingactionpublishingco.

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Figuring out who you are is a huge part of YA fiction—come to the FOLD to hear acclaimed authors talk about why!

Join @farahheronauthor, H.N. Khan, and @sarenasashabooks in conversation with @samdevotta on Tuesday May 3, from 12-1pm ET. Another one of our stellar sessions geared towards high school students!

This session is sponsored by @penguinrandomca.

Get your festival pass today at thefoldCanada.org/register!

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Ever wondered what goes into a writer’s life? What the differences are between writing for the page and writing for the screen? WONDER NO MORE—instead, join us on Tuesday May 3 at 10am ET for THE WRITER’S LIFE with @abdaddy, interviewed by our very own @ardo.writes.

Register now at thefoldcanada.org/register!

This event is geared towards high school students, but open to all! Sponsored by @sheridan_college.

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