Events

On Wednesday, June 17th, I'll be heading to Quaker Road Public School for my final author visit of the 2025–26 school year.

It's hard to believe how quickly this year has flown by. Since stepping back into schools as a visiting author, I've had the opportunity to meet hundreds of students from Kindergarten to Grade 8, sharing stories, laughter, and hopefully a little inspiration along the way.

At Quaker Road, I'll be working with two groups of students:

Grades 3/4 will dive into the world of ...

I’m excited to be visiting Garrison Road Public School over the next two days for a full school-wide author visit! I’ll be meeting with students from Kindergarten all the way up to Grade 8, sharing interactive presentations, storytelling sessions, mystery-writing activities, and plenty of laughs along the way. I’m looking forward to connecting with young readers and writers, answering questions, and helping students discover how fun and creative writing can be. It’s going to be an amazing two...

I’m excited to be visiting Garrison Road Public School over the next two days for a full school-wide author visit! I’ll be meeting with students from Kindergarten all the way up to Grade 8, sharing interactive presentations, storytelling sessions, mystery-writing activities, and plenty of laughs along the way. I’m looking forward to connecting with young readers and writers, answering questions, and helping students discover how fun and creative writing can be. It’s going to be an amazing...

I’m excited to be visiting Heximer Avenue Elementary School in Niagara Falls, Ontario, for a special in-person author visit!

During our time together, we’ll be chatting about my I Told You So series, where humour, friendship, and mischief are always just around the corner. I can’t wait to meet some very young authors, talk about how stories come to life, and share what it’s really like to create characters like William and Thomas.

Get ready for laughs, imagination, and maybe even a few “I told...

I’m excited to be heading to Princess Margaret Public School in Niagara Falls, Ontario, for a fun-filled author visit featuring my first book, The Adventures of William and Thomas!

During the visit, I’ll be meeting with some of the Grade 3 classes, where we’ll talk about how story ideas are born (sometimes in the most unexpected places!). We’ll also dive into The Killer Bees story, followed by a student Q & A—so I hope they come ready with their best questions!

It’s going to be a fantastic...

Saturday, March 14 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Thorold Public Library | March Break Event

I’m excited to be taking part in a Local Author’s Fair at the Thorold Public Library during March Break!

Come on out and say hello, meet Mark Gunning, and check out my books—including the laugh-filled I Told You So series and more. I’ll be there chatting with readers, talking about my stories, and signing copies for anyone brave enough to take one of my slightly ridiculous books home.

Whether you’re a student,...

March 6 | In-Person Visit

I’m excited to be heading to Riverview Public School in Chippawa, Ontario, for a fun-filled author visit featuring my newest book, The Itchygooney Witch!

During the first half of the visit, I’ll be meeting with several Grade 2/3 classes, where we’ll talk about how story ideas are born (sometimes in the most unexpected places!). We’ll also dive into The Itchygooney Witch, followed by a student Q & A—so I hope they come ready with their best questions!

In the second...

February 17 | Virtual Event

I’m excited to be visiting Walker Park Elementary School in Monroe, Georgia, for a special virtual author visit!

During our time together, we’ll be chatting about my I Told You So series, where humour, friendship, and mischief are always just around the corner. I can’t wait to meet some very young authors, talk about how stories come to life, and share what it’s really like to create characters like William and Thomas.

Get ready for laughs, imagination, and maybe...

Meet Mark Gunning

Mark is a local author from Niagara Falls.

His previous career as a teacher, his passion for education and storytelling led him to write books aimed at young readers by engaging them with his unique blend of humour and adventure.

Visit us this Saturday at Coles in the Seaway Mall from 11AM to 2PM!

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