Literary calendar

Listen to Your Mother Spokane - An evening featuring 13 local writers reading original essays on the beauty and the beast of motherhood. A reception follows the show upstairs in the Ovations lounge area of the theater. Ten percent of ticket proceeds will benefit the Women Helping Women Fund of Spokane. Today, 7 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $17. (800) 325-SEAT.

Auntie’s Morning Book Group - Discussion of “Behind the Beautiful Forevers” by Katherine Boo. Tuesday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Auntie’s Evening Book Group - Discussion of “Letters from Brackham Wood” by Rita Seedorf and Margaret Verhoef. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Idaho Writers League - Larry Telles, author and publisher, will speak on “Who Reads What: A Children’s Book Primer.” Wednesday, 9 a.m.-noon, Jewett House, 1501 E. Lakeshore Drive, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 262-4833.

Auntie Jannie Storytime and Craft - Auntie Jannie will have stories to share. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Poet Sam Hamill - Reading, discussion and signing with the poet and activist Sam Hamill. Hamill’s work has earned him grants from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Guggenheim Foundation. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Authors Bruce Holbert and Jackson Holbert - Bruce Holbert will be read from and discuss his second novel, “The Hour of Lead.” He will be joined by his son, Jackson Holbert, whose work has been published in Railtown Almanac and Stringtown Press. Thursday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Cokie Roberts - In honor of Spokane Public Radio’s 35th anniversary, the NPR senior analyst and best-selling author will talk about current affairs and her new book, “Capital Dames,” exploring the lives of women in Washington, D.C., during the Civil War. All proceeds benefit SPR. Thursday, 7:30 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $42. (800) 325-SEAT.

Author William Paul Young - Join best-selling author William Paul Young as he teams up with authors Reba Riley and Christian Piatt for an evening of discussion and spiritual healing. Visit www.wheresgod.org for tickets. Friday, 7 p.m., Eastpoint Church, 15303 E. Sprague Ave. $10-$58.70. (509) 533-6800.

EWU Visiting Writer’s Series: Mary Szybist - The poet and 2013 National Book Award recipient will be reading and answering questions. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Author Rachael Ritchey - Presenting her Young adult fantasy fiction novel, “The Beauty Thief.” Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Barnes & Noble - Spokane Valley, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 209-6138.

“Meet the Dullards” Storytime - Have you wondered if it is a parent’s job to make life dull? In this very silly story, you will get to see just how dull it could really be if that was the case. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Willow Springs Editions Raffle Fundraiser - Support EWU’s literary press, Willow Springs Editions, for a raffle and readings from the latest publications. Saturday, 3:30 p.m., Forza Coffee - South Hill, 2829 E. 29th Ave. (509) 359-4951.