LITERARY

Arthur Ellis Awards Shortlist 2018

Local writers chat with readers, lead a panel discussion and reveal the names of the nominated writers for the Arthur Ellis Awards — Canada’s ‘Oscars’ for crime writing. Features: A.J. Devlin, Debra Purdy Kong, J.G. Toews and Iona Whishaw. Moderated by Cathy Ace. • Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch, April 18, 6:30 p.m. • Free, vpl.ca/events

Lidia: A Life of Love, Family and Food

An evening with Lidia Bastianich, Emmy Award-winning television host, bestselling cookbook author, and restaurateur. Lidia will be discussing her new memoir Lidia: A Life of Love, Family and Food with CKNW radio host Simi Sara, followed by Q&A and book signing. • Italian Cultural Centre, 3075 Slocan St. • April 18, 7 p.m. • $15, includes a pasta and risotto buffet, italianculturalcentre. ca

Vancouver: Crime and Punishment

Spend an evening exploring Vancouver’s criminal underworld with three critically acclaimed local authors: Aaron Chapman, Wayne Cope and Sam Wiebe. A discussion and Q&A will follow the readings. • Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch, April 19, 6:30-8 p.m. • Free, vpl.ca/events