From October 1 to 3, the Suárez Naranjo Civic Center hosts the "Pella de Libros" Literary Days, a gathering that brings together writers, readers, and literature enthusiasts to celebrate books, the creative process, and conversation.
Spearheaded by Gran Canaria-based writer Carmen J. Nieto—with the collaboration of the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria City Council and the Fuera de la Portada association—the event features three days of book presentations, interviews, panel discussions, lectures, and author meet-and-greets.
The program includes prominent writers and literary professionals such as Carlos Zanón, Bea Osa, Susana Rodríguez Lezaun, Jon Arretxe, Santiago Gil, Emilio González Déniz, and Anna Starobinets, alongside other authors, journalists, and contributors.
Over the course of the three days, the event will explore various genres, perspectives, and literary themes—ranging from crime fiction and historical true crime to the relationship between literature and place, the creative process, the legacy of Mercedes Pinto, and the role of books in shaping readers.
"Pella de Libros" thus emerges as an open space for connection, listening, conversation, and sharing the joy of reading, bringing authors and readers together through a shared passion: books and the stories they hold.
PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES
Thursday, October 1
- 5:15 PM – Opening of the event.
- 5:30 PM – It’s Not Lost.
Carlos Zanón interviewed by Raquel Toste.
Presentation of the novel *Objetos Perdidos* (Lost Objects), published by Salamandra Editorial. - 6:15 PM – Tell Me the Truth.
Bea Osa interviewed by Javier Rivero Grandoso.
Presentation of *Olor a muerte en Pioz* (Smell of Death in Pioz), published by Alrevés Editorial. - 7:00 PM – Clichés, Stereotypes, and Some Prejudices.
Susana Rodríguez Lezaun and Jon Arretxe, moderated by Paco Sánchez. - 8:00 PM – Flowers on the Margin.
Jon Arretxe interviewed by Victoriano Suárez Álamo.
Presentation of *Cerdos y amapolas* (Pigs and Poppies), published by Erein.
Friday, October 2
- 5:00 PM – Parallels or Meridians.
Belkys Rodríguez, Nayra Pérez, and Emilio González Déniz, moderated by Joaquín Ramón López Bravo. - 6:00 PM – Historical Crimes That Inspired Great Noir Novels.
Marta Marne presents the lecture: "Inspired by True Events: From Police Archives to Literary Fiction—How Writers Reinvent Criminal Truth." - 6:45 PM – Beyond Borders.
Anna Starobinets interviewed by Paco Sánchez.
Presentation of *El vado de los zorros* (The Fox Ford), published by Editorial Impedimenta. - 7:30 PM – What It’s Worth.
Carlos Zanón, Bea Osa, and Susana Rodríguez Lezaun, moderated by Victoriano Suárez Álamo.
Saturday, October 3
- 10:00 AM – The City, the Island, the Literary Territory.
Santiago Gil, Susana Rodríguez Lezaun, and Sergio Mira Jordán, moderated by Javier Rivero Grandoso. - 11:00 AM – The Novel as a Hygienic Measure
Nayra Pérez, Javier Rivero Grandoso, and Marta Marne will discuss the life and work of Mercedes Pinto.
Featuring a performance by actress Eliana Melián. - 12:00 PM – The Teacher’s Books
A group of Alexis Ravelo’s students, moderated by C.J. Nieto, will discuss the books recommended by the writer and his role as a radio recommender.
Participants: Belkys Rguez, Inma Morales, Pedro Blas, Azuquahe Pérez, Manu Guimerans, Sara Godoy, and Julia Rivero. - 1:00 PM – Closing of the event.
The Suárez Naranjo Civic Center is a dynamic community space managed by the Las Palmas de Gran Canaria City Council, located in the heart of the Arenales neighborhood. It is well known for its full accessibility for people with reduced mobility and its extensive range of educational workshops and sociocultural activities, spanning everything from memory training classes to arts and crafts and wellness courses.
Sat 03, Oct 10:00 - 14:00
Thu 01, Oct - Sat 03, Oct , 17:00 - 14:00 (Several passes)
Suárez Naranjo Civic Center
