KXRW Vancouver Presents
Northwest Book Talk
Connecting READERS, AUTHORS, and BOOK EVENTS
in the Pacific Northwest.
Wednesdays from 7:30 - 8:00pm
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About the Show
What’s your reading, mojo?
Tune in and join the adventure of discovering new books, authors, and book events in the local area.
Of course, If you only stick to one genre, forever and ever amen this is not the show for you. We hop, skip, and turn the pages on all types of reading, for all ages and interests.
We will be showcasing local authors of mystery, romance, cozies, science, and fantasy as well as writers of documentaries, history, science, memoirs and possibly some poetry.
If it has to do with books, we will be on it. Including publishers, agents, book coaches, bookstores, fairs, contests, and giveaways.
But especially . . .
If you are an author or working to be one . . . tune in for inspiration, encouragement, coaching, tips, and literary contacts to further your writing journey.
If you are an educator . . . expand your list of local literature for your students as well as find free educational materials, worksheets, and hot leads to invite local authors to your class.
If you are a parent . . . pick and choose as you may not have time to listen in on every episode but stay connected for the sessions that will best match your child’s interest, passion, and maybe your own curiosity.
But most of all, if you are on the hunt for another great read, please join us for each bookish and fun episode.
Host Bio
Patty Grasher
Host
Patty Grasher is the author of a local guidebook, Explore Vancouver Washington, as well as other
nonfiction books. Growing up in Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington she is now very happy living in Vancouver, Washington with her husband, one sweet cat, and one crazy one. In between reading any book she can get her hands on; she loves writing and radio. A few days a week she shows up for work at the Fort Vancouver bookstore.
Visit my website: Northwest Book Talk
Behind the Show
I had been working in a small radio station in Spokane, WA and it was the one big thing I missed a lot moving to Vancouver. When I first heard Vancouver had independent radio, I was excited to be a part of it. When I first inquired the time wasn’t right but finally everything moved into position. And as an avid reader and author creating a show around books seemed the most natural fit.
Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest
The Northwest Book Fair & Media Fest is getting bigger and better every year! While 2025 was a HUGE success with up to 3000 in attendence we are hoping for an even greater response in 2026.
In connection with KXRW we are transitioning from just a regular “Book Fair” to an even more exciting venue by including a wider range of story-telling!
Much more information at
2026 Northwest Book & Media Fest.
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