Writers For Readers 2026: Bill Arnott

Bestselling author Bill Arnott is pleased to be Richmond Public Library's keynote speaker at the Writers for Readers event. This will be an interactive presentation, welcoming questions from readers and writers, and will focus on where we live, the stories we coax from our surroundings, the writerly journey and process, pushing creativity, selling books, and having fun too! Bill Arnott is the BC Book Prize bestselling author of the Perfect Day Walks, the Season memoirs, and the award-winning Gone Viking travelogues. For his expeditions he's been named Fellow of Britain's Royal Geographical Society and serves as Ambassador for Canadian Geographic and Adventure Canada. Bill also writes for numerous magazines and presents for universities, podcasts, TV and radio. When not trekking, Bill can be found around B.C. where he lives on Coast Salish land. Writers for Readers is Richmond Public Library's annual celebration of writers and readers. Local authors will be at their own booths, offering a chance for community readers to meet them in person, discover their work, and purchase signed copies of their books. Schedule Bill Arnott keynote: 12:00pm to 1:00pm Local author tables: 1:00pm to 4:00pm - Drop in! Accessibility RPL is working to reduce barriers and offer programs where everyone can participate equitably. Please click here to email and let us know how we might make your library experience more comfortable and accessible. Information about the library's accessible services can be found on our website, click here to explore more. Promotional Photo Guidelines Library representatives may take photos and videos for promotional purposes. If you prefer not to be photographed, please speak to a staff member. If you have any questions, please connect with library staff.