Yeah, I'm a big loser. I just realized the reason there were so many book events in last week's post was because I mashed them up with this weeks. Bah! Anyways- here are THIS week's literary events.

Tuesday, September 18th:

This Is Not A Reading Serieslaunches its fall season with Toronto poet and playwrightJonathan Garfinkelas he unveils his memoirAmbivalence: Crossing the Israel/Palestine Divide, with the founding father of Canadian collective theatre,Paul Thompson, a live Klezmer band and a belly dancer!
Gladstone Hotel(2nd floor). 7:30pm. Free.

TheArt Bar Poetry Serieswelcomes featured readersKenneth Sherman,Arianna PozzuoliandDennis Lee.
Clinton's Tavern. 8pm. Free.

U of T Bookstore Reading Seriesinvites you toJack Kerouac & a Skateboard-punk: An Evening of Fiction, withRay Robertson, author of the novelWhat Happened Later, and Jeff Parker, author ofOverman.
Hart House Library. 7:30pm. Free.

Di Brandt, environmental activist and author ofNow You Care, will look at poetry as environmental consciousness and poetry as eco-activism, in this sustainable writing workshop.
York University, Room 142 HNES. 12:30 - 2:00pm. RSVP toLauren: sustainablewritinglab@gmail.com

Wednesday, September 19th:

International Readings at Harbourfrontopens its fall season with authorsShauna Singh Baldwin,Robert HoughandStephen Marche, who will read from new works of fiction.
Brigantine Room, York Quay Centre. 7:30pm. $8 (free for members and students with valid ID).

The Toronto Public Library'sUptown Author SeriespresentsRebecca Eckler, who will provide a no-holds-barred look at the mysteries and wonders of mommyhood and the joys of parenting after the first glorious eight months, based on her latest book,Wiped! Life with a Pint-Sized Dictator. Children are welcome.
North York Central Library(Auditorium). 2pm. Call to register: 416-395-5639.

TheDiamond Cherry Reading SeriespresentsSandra Kasturi, who will read from her new book of poetry,The Animal Bridegroom, spoken word byCS Field Trioand poetry byTanis Rideout, plus an open mic and our monthly contest. Hosted byEdward Nixon.
It's Not A Deli. 8pm. PWYC.

Steven McCabelaunches his new book of poetryHierarchy of Loss(Ekstasis Editions). Steven will be joined by dancers Preethi Gopinath (Bharatnatyam) and Paula Skimin (tap) along with classical guitarist William Beauvais and blues guitarist Paul Sanderson.
The Central Restaurant and Bar. 7:30pm. Free.

Canadian songstressDiana Krallwill be In Person at Indigo, performing from and signing copies of her new CD,The Very Best of Diana Krall.
Indigo Bay & Bloor. 12:15pm. Proof of purchase from any Chapters, Indigo, or Coles will be required. Only one item per person. No memorabilia. Autographs are not guaranteed due to time constraints.

Thursday, September 20th:

This Is Not A Reading Seriesinvites you to fasten your mental seat belts as CBC producerJeff Warrencelebrates the release of hisHead Trip: Adventures in Human Consciousness, followed by a rave withDJ Noah Pred.
Gladstone Hotel Ballroom. 7:30pm. Free.

Theatre producerDavid Mirvish, actorAraby Lockhartand film criticRobert Cushmanshare their stories of the theatre in conjunction with阶段了多伦多道明画廊的展览的Reference Library celebrating 100 years at the Royal Alexandra Theatre.
Toronto Reference Library. 7pm. Free.

EunoiaandCrystallographyauthorChristian BĂśkkicks offYork University'sCanadian Writers in Personreading series. Listen to a lecture from one of Canada's best-selling and most noted poets.
York University, Atkinson Faculty of Liberal & Professional Studies Accolade West Building (ACW 206). 7pm. Free.

Friday, September 21st:

I.V. Lounge Reading Seriespresents fiction byKate Sutherland,Marusya BociurkiwandAndrew Daley.
I.V. Lounge. 8pm. Free.

This Is Not A Reading SerieshostsWilliam Gibson- in his only Toronto appearance for his new political techno-espionage thriller,受到惊吓的国家- in conversation withSpace TV's Mark Asquith.
Bloor Street United Church. 7:30pm. $5 (tickets available at Pages Books & Magazines).

Sunday, September 23rd:

Ruth Roach Piersonlaunches her bookAide-mĂŠmoire, with additional readings byHelen Humphreys,Maureen HarrisandNick Thran.
Gladstone Hotel Ballroom. 3pm - 5pm. Free.

At twilight of the autumn equinox, the皇家石棺Society Presspresents a launch for its two newest titles: the poetry anthologyNuit Blanche: Poems for Late Nights, edited byLiisa Ladouceur, and a collection of short stories by fantasy/horror authorNancy Baker.Featured readers, prizes and surprises to be announced.
Gladstone Hotel Art Bar. 7pm. $6.