June Events & New Releases at Indigo

New Heather's Picks, Indigo Spotlight, 40% off top 20 bestsellers & new releases

TORONTO, June 6, 2013 /CNW/ - June Events at Indigo Books & Music

From bestselling authors to the hottest new releases, Indigo and Chapters stores nationally host FREE, and exclusive events through the month of June including an appearance by celebrity chef Chuck Hughes.

BOOK SIGNING WITH GARDENING EXPERT WIM VANDER ZALM
Join Wim Vander Zalm - renowned gardening expert, owner of two Art Knapp Plantland garden centres and a regular on CKNW's The Bill Good Show - for a demonstration followed by a signing of his new book, Just Ask Wim!.
Chapters Metrotown
Metropolis, Metrotown 4700 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC
Saturday, June 8^th, 2:00pm

INDIGOKIDS PRESENTS PETE THE CAT
Join us for a special performance and book signing with Pete the Cat, in partnership with the Winnipeg International Children's Festival! Get ready to move and groove with the cool, blue cat with a laid back attitude! Pete (brought to life by bestselling author Eric Litwin) performs a lively show that connects reading, writing and language development with music.
Chapters Polo Festival
Polo Festival, 695 Empress Street, Winnipeg, MB
Saturday, June 8^th, 1:00pm

BOOK SIGNING WITH VIKKI VANSICKLE
Kick off the summer season with Vikki VanSickle as she talks about and signs copies of her new novel, Summer Days, Starry Nights. For ages 10 and up!
Chapters Erin Mills
Erin Mills Power Centre, 3050 Vega Blvd, Mississauga, ON
Saturday, June 8^th, 1:00pm
Chapters Brampton
Market Hall, 52 Quarry Edge Drive, Brampton, ON
Thursday, June 23^rd, 1:00pm

BOOK SIGNING WITH CELEBRITY CHEF CHUCK HUGHES
Join us as Food Network star and celebrity chef Chuck Hughes signs his sizzling new cookbook! Chuck's Day Off features over 100 recipes for cooks at all levels plus a behind-the-scenes look at a life dedicated to great food and fun.
Joignez-vous à nous alors que le chef vedette du réseau Food Network, Chuck Hughes, signera des exemplaires de son plus récent livre de cuisine. Chuck's Day Off renferme plus de 100 recettes pour les cuisiniers de tous les niveaux, et donne un aperçu d'une vie vouée à la bonne nourriture et au plaisir
Indigo Burlington
1250 Brand Street #102, Burlington, ON
Wednesday, June 12^th, 7:00pm
Chapters Rideau
47 Rideau Street, Ottawa, ON
Saturday, June 15^th, 3:00pm
Indigo Place Montreal
1500, avenue McGill College, Montreal, QC
Sunday, June 16^th, 2:00pm

BOOK SIGNING WITH ROMANCE WRITERS OF AMERICA AWARD FINALIST JANET GURTLER
Meet Romance Writers of America Award finalist Janet Gurtler as she signs her newest novel and stay for a conversation about the book, How I Lost You.
Indigo Crossiron Mills
Unit 346, 260155 CrossIron Blvd, Rocky View, AB
Wednesday, June 12^th, 5:00-6:30pm Meet & Greet & Book Signing
7-8:30pm Book Discussion

BOOK SIGNING WITH AUTHOR JULIE HART
Meet Julie Hart as she signs her new book, Hart Strings. In this vibrant and honest memoir, Bret "Hitman" Hart's ex-wife and the mother of his four children chronicles the ups and downs of balancing life with a superstar husband in the circus world of professional wrestling.
Chapters Chinook
Chinook Centre, 6455 Macleod Trail, Suite L1, Calgary, AB
Friday, June 14^th, 7:00pm

BOOK SIGNING WITH TV HOST & AUTHOR JULIE DANILUK
Join author, TV host, speaker, and nutritionist Julie Daniluk, as she signs her book, Meals That Heal Inflammation, and takes us through her recipe for delicious and nutritious living.
Indigo Milton Crossroads
Milton Crossroads, 1180 Steeles Avenue East, Milton, ON
Saturday, June 15^th, 12:30pm

INDIGO PRESENTS: FIERCE READS TOUR
From Darklings to Syrenka, from contemporary to paranormal - this tour has the fiercest Teen titles! Meet a panel of amazing authors as they share stories and advice with fans and sign their brilliant YA novels. Featuring Leigh Bardugo, Jessica Brody, Emmy Laybourne, Anna Banks and Gennifer Albin!
Indigo Yorkdale
3401 Dufferin Street, Unit #29, Toronto, ON
Wednesday, June 19^th, 7:00pm

BOOK SIGNING with AUTHOR CATHERINE MCKENZIE
Meet Montrealer Catherine McKenzie - author of the popular novels Spin, Arranged and Forgotten - as she launches her latest novel, Hidden.
Venez rencontrer l'auteure montréalaise des livres à succès Spin, Arranged et Forgotten, Catherine McKenzie, à l'occasion du lancement de son nouveau roman, Hidden.
Indigo Place Montreal
1500, avenue McGill College, Montreal, QC
Thursday, June 20^th, 5:00pm

INDIGOKIDS PRESENTS AWARD WINNING WRITER & ILLUSTRATOR KEVIN SYLVESTER
Meet Toronto's own award-winning writer and illustrator Kevin Sylvester as he joins our 9-12 Kids Book Club and signs his bestselling series starring a 14-year-old crime-solving chef. Read this month's book club pick, The Crusader's Curse, and join the conversation!
Chapters Bayview Village
2901 Bayview Avenue, #132, Toronto, ON
Friday, June 21^st, 6:00pm

IN-CONVERSATION WITH AUTHOR SUSAN JUBY AND BESTSELLING AUTHOR CHEVY STEVENS
Join Susan Juby - author of Bright's Light and The Woefield Poultry Collective - in conversation with bestselling author Chevy Stevens to celebrate the release of Stevens' newest thriller, Always Watching. Book signing to follow.
Chapters Nanaimo
Woodgrove Centre, 6670 Mary Ellen Drive, Nanaimo, BC
Satruday, June 22^nd, 2:00pm

INDIGO SPOTLIGHT, NEW HEATHER'S PICK, RELEASES AND 40% OFF TOP 20 BESTSELLERS 

The Indigo Spotlight program introduces readers to a new standout title every month, selected and curated by our expert book buyers.

We're pleased to announce that June's Indigo Spotlight title is an outstanding fiction title by Philipp Meyer, The Son - a ferocious, brilliantly structured historical saga of one family's rise to power, set against the backdrop of the founding of Texas. The Great American Novel is alive and well: The Son is an instant classic.

Indigo CEO and Chief booklover, Heather Reisman has selected a new Heather's Pick for the month of June. Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat - a stunning story and tribute to the heart of sport. It is a magnificent chronicle of the nine boys from Seattle who captivated the world as they rowed to the 1936 Berlin Olympics; it paints a riveting portrait of character, endurance, and optimism.

Other exciting titles releasing for the month of May include:

1. Sylvia Day's Entwined In You; June 4^th
2. Lauren Weisberger's Revenge Wears Prada; June 4^th
3. Jeanette Walls' Silver Star; June 11^th
4. Kevin Kwan's Crazy Rich Asians; June 11^th
5. Neil Gaiman's Ocean at the End of the Lane; June 18^th

Indigo is thrilled to be offering a 40% discount on Indigo's Top 20 Bestsellers on hardcopy and trade paperback titles. With bestseller titles updated weekly, there will always be something new to enjoy.

SOURCE: Indigo Books & Music Inc.

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