Upcoming Events

Literary Events

Readings, Conversations, and Community

Writers & Books offers diverse, accessible, in-person and virtual events all year round at low to no cost. Our events feature nationally renowned literary artists, emerging writers, regional authors, poets, actors, playwrights, and directors. Find video recordings of many of our past events on our YouTube channel.

 

Workshops & Master Classes

The Heart of Your Story: Finding Meaning in Your Memoir

Nov 4, 2026 $360.00
with Anais Salibian Wednesdays, 6 – 8 PM, November 4 – December 2 (Skip Thanksgiving week; no class…
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Rochester Reads

Rochester Reads: 25th Anniversary Keynote Address

Nov 10, 2026 $0.00
Omar El Akkad & Sonja Livingston Doors open at ??? pm. Gift Economy tickets are available St. John…
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Academy for Young Magicals (Formerly Hogwarts Academy) | Ages: 8 – 14 – Copy

July 27, 2026

9:00 am

Immerse yourself in a world of magic as Writers & Books’ three-story building transforms into the Academy for Young Magicals!

Alex Sanchez | RAINBOW BOYS (VIRTUAL)

September 30, 2026

7:00 pm

Reading: 7 PMVirtual Event The author will be in conversation with author Linda Sue Park Join us for the 25th

Alex Sanchez | RAINBOW BOYS 25th Anniversary

September 30, 2026

6:30 pm

Doors: 6:30 PM | Reading: 7 PMThis hybrid event takes place at Writers & Books (740 University Ave, Rochester NY)