SDG Reads

About SDG Reads

SDG Reads is a “One Book, One Community” program that encourages all residents across SDG to read the same title before coming together for an evening with the author. SDG Reads selects Canadian authors to highlight the diverse talent of our country. Past authors include Craig Shreve, Maureen Jennings, Elizabeth Hay, Frances Itani, Lawrence Hill, Terry Fallis and Kelley Armstrong.

SDG Reads 2025 Author

We are delighted to announce Nita Prose as the SDG Reads 2025 author. 

NITA PROSE is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Mystery GuestThe Mistletoe Mystery, and The Maid, which has sold more than two million copies worldwide. A Good Morning America Book Club pick, The Maid won the Ned Kelly Award for International Crime Fiction, the Fingerprint Award for Debut Novel of the Year, the Anthony Award for Best First Novel, and the Barry Award for Best First Mystery. The Maid was also an Edgar Award finalist for Best Novel.

Nita Prose's debut novel, “The Maid”, is a charming and suspenseful mystery that follows Molly, a meticulous hotel maid whose routine life takes a surprising turn when she becomes entangled in a murder investigation. The book has received praise for its witty narrative and engaging character development. Although “The Maid” is a standalone story, it is part of a series of three (3) books and one (1) novella that explores themes of mystery and human connection across different characters and settings.

Join us on Monday evening, October 6, 2025, in Avonmore for an exclusive event featuring Nita Prose. Prose will discuss her inspiration behind “The Maid” series and her writing process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and have their copies signed.  Refreshments will be provided.

The event is free to attend but guests must register to secure their seat.  Registration will open closer to the event, be sure to check back for updates!

~Happy Reading!

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