Salt Spring Island’s not-so-secret society for readers and writers
Paper Covers Rock has been bringing writers and readers together on Salt Spring Island since 2021. We've hosted 30+ authors in workshops, readings, and conversations — and we're just getting started. Here’s how you can take part in our 2026/27 season:
Writer-in-Residence Program
A self-led writing residency, open to writers of any genre. Includes free private guest-house accommodation. Learn more.Not a writer? Come to a resident's public event instead — we'll be sharing their talks, readings, and workshops throughout the season.October 2026 Writer-in-Residence: Andromeda Romano-Lax
Reading Retreats
A weekend read-aloud party, where twelve of us read one novel out loud, together, start to finish.
You get your own copy of the book, we take turns reading out loud, and by the end of the weekend, we've all finished it together.
Small groups, capped at 12
One book, read aloud over one weekend, on Salt Spring
No assigned book, no discussion required. Just show up with whatever you're reading and enjoy an hour of quiet company with fellow readers. Always free.
Last Sunday of every month, with rotating venues dependent on weather.We’re an official chapter with Silent Book Club, which has thousands of chapters worldwide.
Silent Book Club
Thank you to our 2026 program partners
