Toronto Comic Arts Festival
May 9–10, Reference Library
An annual celebration of the best of comics, graphic novels and their creators. The festival features many special events and talks including an exhibit by the acclaimed Lorenzo Mattotti on the graphic novel Hansel & Gretel.

Author Neil Smith
May 11, Type Books
Montreal’s Neil Smith, author of the short story collection Bang Crunch, will read from his new, highly regarded debut novel Boo, which is told from the perspective of a 13-year-old science nerd.

Where Did You Sleep Last Night?, Lynn Crosbie 
May 4, Cadillac Lounge
Come celebrate the launch of Toronto writer Lynn Crosbie’s latest book, Where Did you Sleep Last Night?, at the Cadillac Lounge complete with video, readings and music.