Writers' Corner
As a Freelance Writer for over 22years, I want to provide resources for those interested in writing in any form whether white papers, poems, song writing, fiction etc. etc., or for those wanting information about how to get published and/or about self-publishing etc.. There is a myriad of information on writing that I would love to present here. Anyone wanting to submit an event etc. can contact me at [email protected].
Call to Artists
Want to have your work featured in the Dundas Place Field House?
"Applications are open to graphic artists and illustrators looking for an opportunity to showcase their work in a solo exhibit. The exhibit wall located in the Dundas Place field house and public washroom is an opportunity for artists working in digital media to exhibit 9 to 12 works for a 3 month period. Hundreds of visitors go through the field house daily especially during street festivals and events so this is a great opportunity to gain exposure for your work and build your audience.
Applications will be reviewed by committee. Artists will receive an exhibit fee and have the opportunity to sell their work through TAP Centre for Creativity (30% commission on sales applies). Artists are not required to manage the space. Installation, artwork sales, and marketing support will be provided by the TAP team.
Does this sound like the right exhibition opportunity for you? To apply please complete the form below. Applicants will be require to upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and 9 to 12 images for review.
There is no deadline to apply. Application review is ongoing but spots are limited.
If you have questions before completing your application please reach out to our team at [email protected]"
Fill out form to apply.
Applications will be reviewed by committee. Artists will receive an exhibit fee and have the opportunity to sell their work through TAP Centre for Creativity (30% commission on sales applies). Artists are not required to manage the space. Installation, artwork sales, and marketing support will be provided by the TAP team.
Does this sound like the right exhibition opportunity for you? To apply please complete the form below. Applicants will be require to upload a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and 9 to 12 images for review.
There is no deadline to apply. Application review is ongoing but spots are limited.
If you have questions before completing your application please reach out to our team at [email protected]"
Fill out form to apply.
Woodland Cultural Centre is pleased to announce the Call for Submissions for Indigenous Art 2025: 50th Annual Juried Exhibition.Established in 1975, this is the longest running multi-media exhibition that provide artists an opportunity to exhibit and sell their work in a fine art gallery setting. The invitation is open to all emerging, mid-career and established artists (18+ years of age) of Indigenous ancestry.
Artists may submit up to three works of art. All media will be accepted and works must be original and completed within the last two years. WCC’s Guest Curator, Alex Jacobs-Blum, will adjudicate the submissions with a group of selected jurors. There is no entry fee per submission. Artists are given an honorarium and one copy of the exhibition catalogue.
Important Dates [SUBJECT TO CHANGES]
Download the Call for Submission form for more details on how to submit. Digital submissions are accepted until Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Click here to download submission form
Artists may submit up to three works of art. All media will be accepted and works must be original and completed within the last two years. WCC’s Guest Curator, Alex Jacobs-Blum, will adjudicate the submissions with a group of selected jurors. There is no entry fee per submission. Artists are given an honorarium and one copy of the exhibition catalogue.
Important Dates [SUBJECT TO CHANGES]
- Deadline for entry is Saturday, May 10th, 2025
- Notification for selected artwork will be sent by email by Friday, May 16th 2025
- Delivery of works must be received by Saturday, June 7th, 2025
- Exhibition dates from Saturday, June 21 to Tuesday, September 30, 2025
- Director’s Preview & Opening Reception Friday, June 20th @ 6:00pm
- Pick-up of works begins week of Monday, October 6 to Saturday, December 20, 2025.
- Painting in any media (indicate oil, acrylic, watercolour, mixed media etc.)
- New media (indicate computer animation, video art, etc.)
- Drawings and prints including photographic in any media (indicate graphite, ink, coloured pencil, digital or silver photographic print etc.)
- Sculpture in any media (indicate ceramic, wood, stone, metal, bone etc.)
- Installation (include plans, images, technical requirements and AV equipment)
- Traditionally based works (indicate glass bead, quill, leather etc.)
Download the Call for Submission form for more details on how to submit. Digital submissions are accepted until Saturday, May 10, 2025.
Click here to download submission form
Events
- Freedom to Read - Freedom to read can never be taken for granted even in Canada
- TD Canadian Children's Book Week - connects Canadian authors & illustrators with children & teens across Canada
TAP Centre for Creativity
203 Dundas St., London, ON
TAP Centre for Creativity is a creative hub in London where the public can see work from creators of all mediums, hear writings from talented poets, and where the public can attend free community based creative events."
Mar 29, 2025, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Somethin’ Ain’t Right: Fanshawe College Fine Art third year student exhibition runs from March 26 - April 5 in the main gallery.
Opening reception Saturday March 29, 7 – 9 pm, remarks at 7:30 "Somethin’ Ain’t Right is the 53rd graduating class exhibition of the Fanshawe Fine Art Advanced Diploma program. In their third and final year, students produce an independent body of work; this exhibition features selected artworks from the final term of study for each of these twenty diverse students about to embark on their professional careers. The eclectic works span a broad range of media, processes, concepts, and subjects. Created against a backdrop of political turmoil, social unrest, environmental crises, economic disparity, and technological disruptions, each student strives to find their unique voice. The works in this exhibition reflect on these pressing issues, either highlighting the pervasive sense of unease or celebrating the beauty and respite that can still be found around us." RSVP |
Apr 01, 2025, 7:00 p.m.
"My Gehenna is a collection of sixty spooky stories written by Southwestern Ontario award-winning author and playwright Jason Rip, whose surname inclined him to be interested in the macabre. The stories range from artificial Hells to Bigfoot hunters to despots who collect Happy Meal toys. My Gehenna is a ghastly grab-bag of horrors reflecting the phobias and fascinations of its very strange author.
About the Author Jason Rip is an award-winning playwright with exactly 100 full-length scripts to date. His work has been performed in Toronto, Montreal, Kingston, and the United States. His specialty is historical biography. A documentary about Jason, titled JASON RIP: A TOMBSTONE EPITAPH, has toured internationally. He has written plays about Arthur Rimbaud, Edgar Allan Poe, Jack The Ripper, Wilhelm Reich, Roscoe Arbuckle, etc. Recent work includes plays about The Little Rascal Curse and a vindication of The Sheriff of Nottingham. He was the 2018 recipient of the Chris Doty Award for lifetime achievement in theatre and a 2023 recipient of the London, Ontario Mayor's Honour List for Distinguished Londoner. He has over thirty years of experience as an actor and director." Registration is free or by donation. Register HERE Register |
Comic Jam - April 14th
Apr 14, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
TAP Centre for Creativity, 203 Dundas St, London, ON N6A 1G4, Canada RSVP |
Workshops
Sunday, March 30, 2025 - 1:00pm
Auburn Stage
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Spontaneity and Script Work with Rebecca Northan
Sunday, March 30, 2025 – 1:00-5:00 p.m. "In this four-hour professional development workshop, participants will be given an introduction to basic improvisation skills and how they can be applied to scripted work to build character, collaboration, and immediacy in the work. Rebecca Northan is an actor/improviser/creator/director best known for her hit-shows Blind Date and Goblin: Macbeth. She is a Canadian Comedy Award winner and has spent much of her career attempting to sneak improvisation through the side-door of Canada’s mainstream theatres. As an actor, Rebecca has appeared on stages across the country, most recently as an Ensemble Member at the Shaw Festival. As a director Rebecca recently directed The Comedy of Errors (Bard on the Beach) and will be directing Pride and Prejudice at the Grand this season. Rebecca lives in Stratford, Ontario." |
Local
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Oxford County Authors
"Join host Ashley Quinton as she speaks to talented local authors from Oxford County. Community Produced by Pam Livingston. " (From Rogers TV website) Also visit Rogers TV Oxford County Facebook
"Join host Ashley Quinton as she speaks to talented local authors from Oxford County. Community Produced by Pam Livingston. " (From Rogers TV website) Also visit Rogers TV Oxford County Facebook
Spotlight: Johny Pham
"Johny Pham is an Artist and Freelance Illustrator based in Burgessville, Ontario. Pham graduated at Fanshawe College for Fine Arts Foundation and studied at OCAD University for Drawing & Painting and Illustration Minor. Pham uses watercolour to tell narratives of life experiences throughout the years, illustrating the stories from films, books and turning them into artworks that are like cover illustrations from book covers, CD covers and movie posters. Pham loves narratives from books and going to the Cinema about once a week and coming up with pieces that reflects on the films he has watched. He finds that narratives can also bring a sense of self-referentiality and helps strengthen his work. You can find more of his work and follow him on Instagram.
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Local Writing Groups
- Norwich Writer's Circle - meets the last Thursday each month at the Norwich Public Library, 10 Tidey St., Norwich, ON., from 5-6:30 PM, teens & adults welcome, next meeting: Thursday Oct. 17th
- Woodstock Writer’s Circle - meets the last Wednesday each month at the Woodstock Public Library, 445 Hunter St., Woodstock, ON., from 6-8 PM in the Meeting Room, next meeting: Wednesday Oct. 29th
- Thamesford The Write Stuff Writing Group - meets the 3rd Tuesday each month at the Thamesford Public Library, 165 Dundas St., Thamesford, ON., from 2-4 PM, next meeting: Tuesday Oct. 21st
The Book Band News
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Book Spotlight:
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About The Books:
"GRANNY’S KITCHEN: A Jamaican Story of Food and Family
Written by Sadé Smith & illustrated by Ken Daley
Recommended for Grades K-3
"Shelly-Ann lives with her Granny on the beautiful island of Jamaica. When Shelly-Ann becomes hungry, she asks her Granny for something to eat. Granny tells her “Gyal, you betta can cook!” and teaches Shelly-Ann how to get in touch with her Jamaican roots through the process of cooking.
As Shelly-Ann tries each recipe, everything goes wrong. But when Granny is too tired to cook one morning, Shelly-Ann will have to find the courage to try one more time and prepare the perfect Jamaican breakfast." Granny's Kitchen — Sade Smith
"The recipes in the back of Granny’s Kitchen are from my mother and grandmother who cook Jamaican food almost every day. They have mastered these recipes and they don’t even use measuring cups! I asked them to measure all the ingredients to provide the recipes for the book so readers can have accurate measurements while making the food. The recipes in the back of the book are for a typical Jamaican breakfast that practically everyone on the island eats on a weekly basis. Sunday is usually when the big breakfast is made and that’s when these foods would be cooked and served." THE NEEDLE AND THE KNIFE
Julie and the Mango Tree
Written by: Sadé Smith and illustrated by Sayada Ramdial
"Julie loves all kind of fruit, but mangoes are her absolute favorite. One sticky summer afternoon, Julie goes to the big mango tree in her yard to ask for a snack.
But no matter how nicely she asks or how patient she tries to be, the tree just won’t drop a single sweet, juicy mango! Will Julie ever be able to convince the tree to let her have just a taste of her favorite treat?" Julie and the Mango Tree — Sade Smith
"I often use food in my books to share about my Jamaican culture and also to allow other Caribbean people to relate to the story. I want the readers to get a nostalgic feeling when they read my books and also to give them ideas to make memories in the kitchen with their own family members. Every problem can be resolved with food!" THE NEEDLE AND THE KNIFE
Written by Sadé Smith & illustrated by Ken Daley
Recommended for Grades K-3
"Shelly-Ann lives with her Granny on the beautiful island of Jamaica. When Shelly-Ann becomes hungry, she asks her Granny for something to eat. Granny tells her “Gyal, you betta can cook!” and teaches Shelly-Ann how to get in touch with her Jamaican roots through the process of cooking.
As Shelly-Ann tries each recipe, everything goes wrong. But when Granny is too tired to cook one morning, Shelly-Ann will have to find the courage to try one more time and prepare the perfect Jamaican breakfast." Granny's Kitchen — Sade Smith
"The recipes in the back of Granny’s Kitchen are from my mother and grandmother who cook Jamaican food almost every day. They have mastered these recipes and they don’t even use measuring cups! I asked them to measure all the ingredients to provide the recipes for the book so readers can have accurate measurements while making the food. The recipes in the back of the book are for a typical Jamaican breakfast that practically everyone on the island eats on a weekly basis. Sunday is usually when the big breakfast is made and that’s when these foods would be cooked and served." THE NEEDLE AND THE KNIFE
Julie and the Mango Tree
Written by: Sadé Smith and illustrated by Sayada Ramdial
"Julie loves all kind of fruit, but mangoes are her absolute favorite. One sticky summer afternoon, Julie goes to the big mango tree in her yard to ask for a snack.
But no matter how nicely she asks or how patient she tries to be, the tree just won’t drop a single sweet, juicy mango! Will Julie ever be able to convince the tree to let her have just a taste of her favorite treat?" Julie and the Mango Tree — Sade Smith
"I often use food in my books to share about my Jamaican culture and also to allow other Caribbean people to relate to the story. I want the readers to get a nostalgic feeling when they read my books and also to give them ideas to make memories in the kitchen with their own family members. Every problem can be resolved with food!" THE NEEDLE AND THE KNIFE
About the Author
Sadé Smith
"Sadé (pronounced Shaw-day) Smith. The name Sadé is of African Aruba origin and means "honor earns the crown." It is also a name in Finland that means "rain." "Born in Toronto, Ontario, Sadé Smith is the Canadian children's book author of Granny's Kitchen which was nominated for the Blue Spruce Award for the Forest of Reading 2023 and shortlisted for the 2023 Crystal Kite Award. She is of Jamaican descent and her books often involve food and recipes with colorful illustrations to capture the vibrancy and beauty of the Caribbean islands.
In addition to writing, Sadé is also a design technologist who practices the skilled trades of carpentry, flooring and home renovations. She holds a Bachelor of Interior Design (Hons.) Degree and an Advance Diploma in Architectural Technology. She also holds certificates in Creative Writing, Creative Book Publishing and a diploma in Business Marketing. Sadé loves the beach and enjoys fruits and when she is not writing, she is riding her motorcycle somewhere or off adventuring with her two boys and their dog Ziggy. She is very passionate about literature and she writes books of representation for young readers." Author — Sade Smith
In addition to writing, Sadé is also a design technologist who practices the skilled trades of carpentry, flooring and home renovations. She holds a Bachelor of Interior Design (Hons.) Degree and an Advance Diploma in Architectural Technology. She also holds certificates in Creative Writing, Creative Book Publishing and a diploma in Business Marketing. Sadé loves the beach and enjoys fruits and when she is not writing, she is riding her motorcycle somewhere or off adventuring with her two boys and their dog Ziggy. She is very passionate about literature and she writes books of representation for young readers." Author — Sade Smith
Conferences
The Book and Periodical Council (BPC) - "The Umbrella Organization for Writing and Publishing in Canada. The BPC acts as a forum for its members to network, identify common goals and coordinate action to benefit the Canadian writing and publishing industry." (From website) This site lists academic, editing, library, publishing & writing conferences.
Writing Conferences in Canada
Surrey International Writers’ Conference
When: 32nd Annually in October - Oct. 25 - 27, 2024 + master classes Oct. 23 & 24, 2024
Where: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
The Surrey International Writers’ Conference is the “most comprehensive professional development conference of its kind in Canada.” Open to writers of all levels and genres, the conference offers an opportunity to show off your work to the international literary marketplace as well as to hone your craft and business skills.
The Vancouver Writers Festival
When: Annually in October - Oct. 21-27, 2024
Where: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
In the cultural heart of Vancouver, B.C., on Granville Island, this festival invites authors, poets, spoken word performers and graphic novelists to celebrate the art of the story. It takes place for six days each October and continues throughout the year through special events and the Incite reading series.
In its own words: “The Vancouver Writers Fest turns reading into a community experience, bringing people together to share thoughts, explore ideas and witness brilliant conversations.”
Kingston WritersFest
When: Annually in September - Sept. 25-29, 2024
Where: Kingston, Ontario
Writers and readers in attendance will get to participate in thought-provoking discussions and unique events that champion artistic expression and development. Hosted in a notably literary city, this festival is all about “the power of the written word to create a strong, engaged community.”
WordFest
When: Year-round - Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2024
Where: Calgary, Alberta
A not-for-profit charitable arts organization, WordFest “brings readers and writers together through a premier international writers festival and year-round literary events.” Throughout the year, book clubs and other activities are available to those who want to engage with fellow writers and readers. Guests can enjoy readings, workshops, panel discussions and presentations that work toward connecting Calgarians through transformative ideas.
Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story
When: Annually in spring - June 5-9, 2024
Where: Wingham, Ontario
This annual festival includes readings, workshops, masterclasses and lectures, as well as opportunities to mingle with other writers. It also includes the Alice Munro Short Story Contest for youth and adults. Submissions open in January.
The festival is open to writers from anywhere, but you have to be a Canadian writer to enter the contest.
Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival
When: Annually in April -
Where: Montreal, Quebec
This bilingual (English/French) festival features programming for adults and children. Attendees enjoy workshops, readings and lectures from speakers across genres of writing and art.
The festival is free to attend, but you’ll have to pay a fee for select activities.
gritLIT Readers & Writer's Festival
When: Annually in April - April 17-21, 2024
Where: Hamilton, Ontario
This four-day festival is a celebration of Canadian authors. Its purpose is to highlight local writers and engage with the community.
In its own words, “gritLIT brings the best contemporary Canadian writers to Hamilton to engage with local booklovers, to inspire and to be inspired by Hamilton authors, to promote a love of reading in young audiences and to celebrate the exchange of diverse ideas, experiences and viewpoints.”
Toronto International Festival of Authors - TIFA
Celebrating imagination all year long
MOTIVE Festival: Oct. 28 - Nov. 2, 2025
The Toronto International Festival of Authors will shine a spotlight on crime and mystery writing, taking place at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. This three-day weekend festival will celebrate writers from Canada and across the world.
When: Annually in September - Sept. 19-29, 2024
Where: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, ON
Since 1974, this popular festival has highlighted authors of contemporary literature. It includes 11 days of readings, interviews, artist talks, round-table discussions, book signings and several special events.
IFOA features novelists, poets, playwrights, short story writers and biographers from Canada and around the world.
The Toronto Star called this Canada’s “premier literary festival” and “a top destination for both international superstars and up-and-coming writers.”
Lakefield Literary Festival
A Conversation with Steve Paikin: March 22, 2024 @ 7:30
Bryan Jones Theatre – Lakefield College School, Tickets: $30.00
When: Annually in July - July 19-20, 2024
Where: Lakefield, Ontario
In its own words, the festival “a celebration of the rich literary heritage of Lakefield and the surrounding area which includes the works of Catharine Parr Traill, Susanna Moodie and Isabella Valancy Crawford, among others, all of who lived and wrote in Lakefield. .” It includes author readings and masterclasses in writing for all ages.
Admission price per event ranges between about CA$20 and CA$35.
LitFest Alberta
When: Annually in October - Oct.
Where: Edmonton, Alberta
LitFest celebrates nonfiction through readings, lectures, panel discussions and workshops. It covers diverse topics — from food writing to feminism. Several events are free. Paid events run about CA$12 each.
The Ottawa International Writers Festival
When: Annually in May and October - Spring: May 2-5, 2024, Fall Oct. 23-27, 2024
Where: Ottawa, Ontario
This festival celebrates ideas and imagination! In its own words:
“Twice a year, we convene an international celebration of ideas to recharge our imaginations. From politics to poetry, science to music, history to thrillers, we celebrate the full diversity of the word and the gifted writers who guide us in our exploration of the world.”
Programming includes a poetry cabaret, town-hall style discussion, and fiction and nonfiction readings. To celebrate writing “outside the pages of books,” the festival often includes staged play readings, feature films, documentaries, CD launches and songwriter circles.
When Words Collide
When: Annually in August
Where: Calgary, Alberta
Readers, writers, editors, publishers, agents and other artists attend this festival, which highlights commercial and literary fiction. When Words Collide welcomes writers of most genre fiction, YA, children’s books, nonfiction and poetry. (From Writers Conferences 2023: 60 Events Worth Attending, by Dana Sitar, Feb. 2, 2023)
When: 32nd Annually in October - Oct. 25 - 27, 2024 + master classes Oct. 23 & 24, 2024
Where: Surrey, British Columbia, Canada
The Surrey International Writers’ Conference is the “most comprehensive professional development conference of its kind in Canada.” Open to writers of all levels and genres, the conference offers an opportunity to show off your work to the international literary marketplace as well as to hone your craft and business skills.
The Vancouver Writers Festival
When: Annually in October - Oct. 21-27, 2024
Where: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
In the cultural heart of Vancouver, B.C., on Granville Island, this festival invites authors, poets, spoken word performers and graphic novelists to celebrate the art of the story. It takes place for six days each October and continues throughout the year through special events and the Incite reading series.
In its own words: “The Vancouver Writers Fest turns reading into a community experience, bringing people together to share thoughts, explore ideas and witness brilliant conversations.”
Kingston WritersFest
When: Annually in September - Sept. 25-29, 2024
Where: Kingston, Ontario
Writers and readers in attendance will get to participate in thought-provoking discussions and unique events that champion artistic expression and development. Hosted in a notably literary city, this festival is all about “the power of the written word to create a strong, engaged community.”
WordFest
When: Year-round - Jan. 1-Dec. 31, 2024
Where: Calgary, Alberta
A not-for-profit charitable arts organization, WordFest “brings readers and writers together through a premier international writers festival and year-round literary events.” Throughout the year, book clubs and other activities are available to those who want to engage with fellow writers and readers. Guests can enjoy readings, workshops, panel discussions and presentations that work toward connecting Calgarians through transformative ideas.
Alice Munro Festival of the Short Story
When: Annually in spring - June 5-9, 2024
Where: Wingham, Ontario
This annual festival includes readings, workshops, masterclasses and lectures, as well as opportunities to mingle with other writers. It also includes the Alice Munro Short Story Contest for youth and adults. Submissions open in January.
The festival is open to writers from anywhere, but you have to be a Canadian writer to enter the contest.
Blue Metropolis Montreal International Literary Festival
When: Annually in April -
Where: Montreal, Quebec
This bilingual (English/French) festival features programming for adults and children. Attendees enjoy workshops, readings and lectures from speakers across genres of writing and art.
The festival is free to attend, but you’ll have to pay a fee for select activities.
gritLIT Readers & Writer's Festival
When: Annually in April - April 17-21, 2024
Where: Hamilton, Ontario
This four-day festival is a celebration of Canadian authors. Its purpose is to highlight local writers and engage with the community.
In its own words, “gritLIT brings the best contemporary Canadian writers to Hamilton to engage with local booklovers, to inspire and to be inspired by Hamilton authors, to promote a love of reading in young audiences and to celebrate the exchange of diverse ideas, experiences and viewpoints.”
Toronto International Festival of Authors - TIFA
Celebrating imagination all year long
MOTIVE Festival: Oct. 28 - Nov. 2, 2025
The Toronto International Festival of Authors will shine a spotlight on crime and mystery writing, taking place at Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre. This three-day weekend festival will celebrate writers from Canada and across the world.
When: Annually in September - Sept. 19-29, 2024
Where: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, ON
Since 1974, this popular festival has highlighted authors of contemporary literature. It includes 11 days of readings, interviews, artist talks, round-table discussions, book signings and several special events.
IFOA features novelists, poets, playwrights, short story writers and biographers from Canada and around the world.
The Toronto Star called this Canada’s “premier literary festival” and “a top destination for both international superstars and up-and-coming writers.”
Lakefield Literary Festival
A Conversation with Steve Paikin: March 22, 2024 @ 7:30
Bryan Jones Theatre – Lakefield College School, Tickets: $30.00
When: Annually in July - July 19-20, 2024
Where: Lakefield, Ontario
In its own words, the festival “a celebration of the rich literary heritage of Lakefield and the surrounding area which includes the works of Catharine Parr Traill, Susanna Moodie and Isabella Valancy Crawford, among others, all of who lived and wrote in Lakefield. .” It includes author readings and masterclasses in writing for all ages.
Admission price per event ranges between about CA$20 and CA$35.
LitFest Alberta
When: Annually in October - Oct.
Where: Edmonton, Alberta
LitFest celebrates nonfiction through readings, lectures, panel discussions and workshops. It covers diverse topics — from food writing to feminism. Several events are free. Paid events run about CA$12 each.
The Ottawa International Writers Festival
When: Annually in May and October - Spring: May 2-5, 2024, Fall Oct. 23-27, 2024
Where: Ottawa, Ontario
This festival celebrates ideas and imagination! In its own words:
“Twice a year, we convene an international celebration of ideas to recharge our imaginations. From politics to poetry, science to music, history to thrillers, we celebrate the full diversity of the word and the gifted writers who guide us in our exploration of the world.”
Programming includes a poetry cabaret, town-hall style discussion, and fiction and nonfiction readings. To celebrate writing “outside the pages of books,” the festival often includes staged play readings, feature films, documentaries, CD launches and songwriter circles.
When Words Collide
When: Annually in August
Where: Calgary, Alberta
Readers, writers, editors, publishers, agents and other artists attend this festival, which highlights commercial and literary fiction. When Words Collide welcomes writers of most genre fiction, YA, children’s books, nonfiction and poetry. (From Writers Conferences 2023: 60 Events Worth Attending, by Dana Sitar, Feb. 2, 2023)
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"The Ontario Writers’ Conference is dedicated to the celebration of writing by inspiring, educating & connecting writers of all levels; providing participants with an opportunity to network with writers and other publishing professionals; and encouraging writers to publish, promote and sell their work." (From Ontario Writer's Conference website)
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38 Canadian writing conferences and literary festivals:
5 Helpful Writing Resources for the First-Time Author
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- CanWrite! - allows writers to meet with people of like interest from across the country
- Professional Writers Association Annual Conference - includes a mix of professional and social activities.
- The Writers’ Union of Canada Conference and AGM - consists of panels, lectures & workshops all open to the public
- Write! Canada - an annual three-day meeting of Christian writers in Guelph, Ontario
Contests
The Canadian Writers’ Contest Calendar
Canadian Adult Contests
Writing Battle
James Bartleman Aboriginal Youth Creative Writing Award
Aesthetica Creative Works Competition (UK)
Canadian Adult Contests
Writing Battle
- At 10:00 PM EST, receive a prompt and start writing. You have 5 days to write a 2000-word story.
- Deadlines: Annual (November, February & May)
- Deadline: March 31 (annual)
- Deadline: Annual (April)
- Deadline: May
- Deadline: May
- Entries are accepted between 1 April and 21 June each year.
- Deadlines: July
- Deadline: Annual (November)
- Deadline: Various
- Deadlines: Various
- Deadline: October
- Deadline: Annual (February, April and November)
- Deadline: May 31
- Deadline: Annual (varies by contest)
James Bartleman Aboriginal Youth Creative Writing Award
- Deadline: Annual (May)
- Eligibility: Aboriginal students “up to 12 years old” and “13–18 years old.”
Aesthetica Creative Works Competition (UK)
- Deadline: Annual (August).
- Aura Estrada Short Story Contest
- Deadline: October 1
- Seán Ó Faoláin International Short Story Competition (Ire)
- Deadline: Annual (31 July) (From the Canadian Authors Association - National Capital Region (CAA-NCR) website)
- Canadian Authors - lists of Canadian contests and opportunities
- Contests for short fiction & poetry
- Dreamers Writing Contest - Stories of Migration, Sense of Place and Home, Deadline: January 31, 2020
- FreelanceWriting - Writing Contests - Poetry, Short Story, Essay, Screenwriting & More
- White Mountain Publications - List Canadian Writers' Contest Calendar 2023 Index
Creative Writing Camps
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AAWW Asian American Writers' Workshop
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RSVP HERE
"This February, we’re welcoming a powerhouse line-up of Asian American novelists to the Workshop’s virtual stage, featuring Jessamine Chan, Jean Chen Ho, and Weike Wang in conversation on their highly anticipated 2022 releases, The School for Good Mothers, Fiona and Jane, and Joan is Okay. Jessamine, Jean, and Weike will join us to discuss humanity and womanhood, exploring connections between their individual and collective work." |
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"The Asian American Writers' Workshop, in partnership with PEN America and Singapore Unbound, will convene a bilingual reading of work from the forthcoming anthology Picking Off New Shoots Will Not Stop the Spring: Witness Poems and Essays from Burma/Myanmar 1988-2021, followed by a conversation with editors Brian Haman and Ko Ko Thett, and contributors Ma Thida and Mae Yway on the anthology and the state of free expression in Myanmar." (From AAWW website) |
Events
"Whether you're starting a new book or working on a writing project, this is your chance to connect with fellow book lovers (without the small talk!) while ordering a drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic options available) from Mosaic Neighbourhood Bar.
Hope to see you there!"
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Festivals
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The Writers' Union of Canada
The Writers' Union of Canada "is the national organization of professionally published book authors. The Union was founded in 1973 to work with governments, publishers, booksellers, and readers to improve the conditions of Canadian writers."
For a full list of Canadian Festivals and Reading Series throughout Canada visit The Writers' Union of Canada website.)
The Writers' Union of Canada "is the national organization of professionally published book authors. The Union was founded in 1973 to work with governments, publishers, booksellers, and readers to improve the conditions of Canadian writers."
For a full list of Canadian Festivals and Reading Series throughout Canada visit The Writers' Union of Canada website.)
- BookFest Windsor
- Canadian Festival of Spoken Word (CFSW)
- County Reads Authors Festival - April Prince Edward County, ON
- The Festival of Literacy Diversity (FOLD) - Apr. 28 – May 5, 2024, Brampton, ON and Online, Celebrating diverse authors and storytellers
- gitLIT - is Hamilton’s annual literary festival, a four-day celebration of Canadian authors April 17-24th, 2024
- International Festival of Writers (IFOA) - is a celebration of words and ideas, of writers and readers.
- Kingston WritersFest
- Literacy Arts Windsor - to recognize, read, and celebrate Canadian authors
- The Ottawa International Writers Festival - May 2-5, 2024, Ottawa, ON, Spring Festival
- Wakefield Writers Festival - May timeframe, Wakefield, Quebec
- The Word On The Street - Our Annual Festival takes place the May at Queen’s Park
- Words The Literary and Creative Arts Festival - first weekend of November each year, Nov. 1 - 3, 2024
- The Toronto International Festival of Authors - Canada’s largest & longest-running celebration of words & ideas June 7 -9, 2024, Toronto’s Harbourfront Centre
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TBA
TBA
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TIFA Calendar
Celebrating imagination all year long
Toronto Lit Up: And Then There Was Us
Kern Carter
Thu, Apr 18 • 6:00pm
Nia Centre for the Arts
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
Toronto Lit Up: Withered
A.G.A Wilmot
Sat, Apr 20 • 3:00pm
Bakka Phoenix Books
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
Toronto Lit Up: Play
Jess Taylor
Tue, Apr 23 • 6:00pm
Type Books Junction
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
A Game of Lies: In Conversation
Clare Mackintosh and Nita Prose
Mon, Apr 29 • 7:30pm
Young Centre for the Performing Arts
TIFA Presents
Conversation
Kern Carter
Thu, Apr 18 • 6:00pm
Nia Centre for the Arts
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
Toronto Lit Up: Withered
A.G.A Wilmot
Sat, Apr 20 • 3:00pm
Bakka Phoenix Books
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
Toronto Lit Up: Play
Jess Taylor
Tue, Apr 23 • 6:00pm
Type Books Junction
Toronto Lit Up 2024
Toronto Lit Up
A Game of Lies: In Conversation
Clare Mackintosh and Nita Prose
Mon, Apr 29 • 7:30pm
Young Centre for the Performing Arts
TIFA Presents
Conversation
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"Storytellers of Canada-Conteurs du Canada (SC-CC) is devoted to connecting people, reflecting culture, and inspiring learning and creativity through the art of storytelling." (Storytellers of Canada)
Virtual Writing Groups
- Cambridge Authors are invited to attend monthly meetings, either via video conference or face-to-face, that take place the first Tuesday of every month from 7-9pm. They are also welcome to join the private Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1602147873421603 where members are free to share positive and helpful stories and advice.
- WritersCafe.org - is an online writing community where writers can post their work, get reviews, befriend other writers, and much more..
Other Writing Groups
High Notes Movie Club - Monthly Zoom Group
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"Lively, interactive discussions about uplifting movies for those touched by mental illness.
Hosted by Emmanuel Lopez aka Motivatorman, award-winning Illustrator & Movie Blogger, Speaker and Social Media Influencer & Consultant, www.MoviesForMotivation.com. Emmanuel has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, CBC Radio and The Globe & Mail. Emmanuel shares his lived-experience with clinical/seasonal depression and his easy-to-use tips for self care & self motivation. He inspires individuals to increase their resilience and indestructible optimism through the magic of cinema!" (From High Notes website)
Hosted by Emmanuel Lopez aka Motivatorman, award-winning Illustrator & Movie Blogger, Speaker and Social Media Influencer & Consultant, www.MoviesForMotivation.com. Emmanuel has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, CBC Radio and The Globe & Mail. Emmanuel shares his lived-experience with clinical/seasonal depression and his easy-to-use tips for self care & self motivation. He inspires individuals to increase their resilience and indestructible optimism through the magic of cinema!" (From High Notes website)
Writing Retreats
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Writing Retreats
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Spring Writers’ Retreat at Elm Hurst Inn & Spa
Friday, April 25 – Monday, April 28. Details here. June in Algonquin Writers' Retreat at Arowhon Pines Resort in Algonquin Park (Map here) Friday, June 13 – Monday, June 16. Details here. September in Algonquin Writers' Retreat at Arowhon Pines Resort in Algonquin Park Friday, Sept 12 – Monday, Sept 15. Details here. |
"Stretch out your summer and give yourself the time to write – four days of instruction, inspiration and creativity. Award yourself with time away from distractions, with no dishes to do and wonderful food at every meal, as you sit with your feet up and write in the most beautiful wilderness setting in Ontario. This is where the Group of Seven got its inspiration (Tom Thompson is buried just a couple of lakes over); it’s a wonderful place for you to find your inspiration, too.
The retreat will feature both instruction and guided writing exercises, plus one-on-one critiquing and coaching from Brian. You’ll also have lots of time to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with your creativity.
All writing levels welcome. Whether you are just beginning or have a novel in progress, please join us.
This year, the retreat will again be limited to eleven participants. This will mean plenty of one-on-one time with the instructor...."
The retreat will feature both instruction and guided writing exercises, plus one-on-one critiquing and coaching from Brian. You’ll also have lots of time to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with your creativity.
All writing levels welcome. Whether you are just beginning or have a novel in progress, please join us.
This year, the retreat will again be limited to eleven participants. This will mean plenty of one-on-one time with the instructor...."
Fall Colours Writing Retreat
Friday Oct. 18th – Monday Oct. 21, 2024
The Briars Resort & Spa on Lake Simcoe
55 Hedge Road, Jackson’s Point, Ontario, Canada (Map here)
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"Give yourself four days of writing time – a long weekend of instruction, inspiration and creativity. Award yourself with time away from distractions, with no dishes to do, delicious food at every meal, and with the leisure you need to sit with your feet up and write.
The retreat will feature both instruction and guided writing exercises, plus one-on-one critiquing and coaching from Brian. You’ll also have lots of time to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with your creativity. All writing levels welcome. Whether you’re just beginning or have a novel in progress, please join us."
(From Quick Brown Fox website)
For more information or to register, email: [email protected]
The retreat will feature both instruction and guided writing exercises, plus one-on-one critiquing and coaching from Brian. You’ll also have lots of time to relax, rejuvenate, and reconnect with your creativity. All writing levels welcome. Whether you’re just beginning or have a novel in progress, please join us."
(From Quick Brown Fox website)
For more information or to register, email: [email protected]
Toronto Peoples' Library
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Toronto People's Library - A movement striving to amplify literary works + stories by people from our BIPOC communities.
Links to Freelance Writing Jobs
- ARC POETRY MAGAZINE - Canada's Poetry Magazine
- Aspiring Canadian Poets Contest - Recognizing & Developing Unpublished Canadian Poets
- Canadian Festival of Spoken Word
- CBC Books - Home for writers and original writing
- Event Poetry and Prose - Western Canada’s longest-running literary magazines
- Hamilton Poetry Centre - Established in 1983, supports & encourage the writing & appreciation of poetry
- League of Canadian Poets - Supporting poets & poetry in Canada
- National Poetry Month
- Poetry in Voice (Les voix de la poésie) - Ensures all Canadians speak the language of poetry
- Poetry Institute of Canada - Celebrating uniting writers & poets
- Poetry London
- Poets & Writers - American, has tools for writers
- Spring Pulse Poetry Festival - Northern Ontario’s largest poetry/arts festival
- The Art Bar - Canada's longest running poetry-only, weekly reading series
- The Artists of Colour - Telling Our Stories Through Art
- The Griffin Trust For Excellence In Poetry - Raise awareness of poetry plays in our cultural life
- The Ontario Poetry Society - Provides support & encouragement in all aspects of poetry
- Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA) - Canada’s largest and longest-running festival of words and ideas
- Toronto Poetry Slam - A twice-monthly spoken word competition judged on poems presented, all ages
- Tower Poetry Society - A non-profit organization established to promote poetry and encourage poets since 1951
- Young Writers - A site for young writers
Poetry Contests:
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The Diana Brebner Prize is awarded yearly for the best poem written by a National Capital Region poet, who has not yet been published in book form. The prize honours the late Diana Brebner, an award-winning Ottawa-based poet who was devoted to fostering literary talent among new, local writers. (From
Contests - Arc Poetry)
Contests - Arc Poetry)
Arc Poetry Magazine Contests:
- Arc Award of Awesomeness - deadline Mar. 31, 2024, price 50/50 cash
- Archibald Lampman Award - deadline Mar. 31, 2024, prize $1,500
- Diana Brebner Prize - deadline Sept. 4, 2024, prize $500
- Tamarack Prize - awarded to an outstanding poem published in Arc, prize $250
- Critics’ Desk Award - award given annually to a feature review & brief review in Arc, prizes $250 feature, $100 brief
- Poem of Year - deadline Feb. 15, 2024, prize $250
- Contests for short fiction & poetry
- Dreamers Haiku Contest - deadline May 31, 2023
- Freelance Writing - Helping freelance writers to succeed since 1997
Poetry Conferences
League of Canadian Poets Annual Poetry Festival and Conference - Hosted each year in a different Canadian city
Poetry Publications
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Tower Poetry - publishes a poetry book twice a year, summer and winter. Deadlines for TOWER POETRY submissions are February 28th for the Summer issue and August 31st for the Winter issue each year. Submit by email to: [email protected]." (For further information on Submission)
Poetry Reading
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Poetry Workshops
The Hamilton Poetry Centre Workshops
"The Hamilton Poetry Centre offers free public workshops throughout the year. These are a place to share your work in progress and receive supportive and thoughtful feedback from your peers. New and experienced poets welcome! Please bring 12-15 copies of one poem to share with fellow workshop participants.
Workshop location: Westdale Branch of Hamilton Public Library, 955 King St. West, Hamilton, ON
Telephone: (905) 546-3456 (From Hamilton Poetry Centre website)
Workshop location: Westdale Branch of Hamilton Public Library, 955 King St. West, Hamilton, ON
Telephone: (905) 546-3456 (From Hamilton Poetry Centre website)
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Monthly poetry workshops are held the 2nd Saturday most months* at Westdale Library, 955 King St., West, Hamilton, ON from 2 – 4 pm.
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TORONTO POETRY SLAM is a twice-monthly spoken word competition, where the judges vote on each poem presented. Open to a all ages to attend, compete/perform on stage.
Home venue is the Drake Hotel Underground, 1150 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON
Home venue is the Drake Hotel Underground, 1150 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON
Dwayne Morgan Creates
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Check out Dwayne Morgan's YouTube channel for his latest videos
YouTube Links of Live Performances
- I Am A Tribute - Opening Spoken Word piece of Tribute a Dance Show on the history of Blacks in Dance in Canada
- Black Woman recorded for International Womens's Day 2021
- Why Black Women Whisper at Spoken Soulfest 2019
- What Happens When the Unstoppable Ball Hits the Immovable Pole -Poetic Storytelling at UWI in Trinidad for Ink Quest - a poem written during intermission based on the theme of a poem performed by another poet in the first half of the show
- Amani works with Wordsmiths in Trinidad on Spoken Word Performance Piece
- WORD UP Intro - June 2011 (From Imani Arts Biz)
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Dwayne Morgan, winner of the $10K Celebration of Cultural Life Award from the Toronto Arts Foundation on April 25, 2022.
Congratulations Dwayne!
Congratulations Dwayne!
Publishing Links
- Access Copyright - a collective voice of creators and publishers in Canada writers, visual artists & publishers
- Agent Query.com - The Internet's largest free database of literary agents
- Ask a Literary Agent – An agent and author answers aspiring authors’ questions about writing & getting published
- Author's Publish - a free copy of their eBook "Submit, Publish, Repeat"
- Editors’ Association of Canada - The Voice of Canadian Editors
- Oxford County Library - offers resources for independent authors
- Publishers Archive.com - Directory of book publishers, literary awards, book events & more, American
- Pub Rants – American blog with writing & publishing tips
- The Book and Periodical Council (BPC) - The Umbrella Organization for Publishing in Canada
- Windsor Public Library
- Writer's Guild of Canada - List of Agents
- Writer's Relief, Author's Submission Service - American
Workshops
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Check out the various workshop and course schedule for all levels of writers listed on Brian Henry's website Quick Brown Fox.
Online Welcome to Creative Writing class Tuesday afternoons, Sept 28 – Dec 7
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Check out Firefly Creative Writing Workshops & Retreats
BIPOC Stay At Home Writing Retreat
A weekend-long Stay At Home Retreat run for and by People of Colour
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Hello Firefly community!
"It’s Asifa, Kim and Mary here, three of the coaches at Firefly. We are thrilled to offer a “Stay At Home Retreat” for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC)
to come together, write, connect, exhale, explore, and lovingly witness each other’s words.
Our goal is to create space for and with People of Colour to lean into our writing voices. There will be room to wade into the themes that don’t get a lot of attention in predominantly white circles such as white supremacy, microaggressions, immigration, colourism, racism, colonialism, intersectionality, and the complexity and contours of our identities as we define them. But you can also decide not to dive into these topics and just enjoy writing for the sake of it. We'll spend lots of time just having fun with words.
This will be a weekend of writing in the moment, sharing, and getting full-hearted, supportive feedback from one another. We’ll use guided visualizations, silent writing time, and discussion to invite our creativity to play. We’ll also have plenty of screen breaks and chances to share in small groups.
This is our first time all facilitating together, and we’re excited to work as a team of three around a (virtual) table with people who get it, who don’t question each other’s lived experience and have likely experienced many of the same things.
Beginner and seasoned writers are very welcome!"
(From Firefly Creative Writing website)
"It’s Asifa, Kim and Mary here, three of the coaches at Firefly. We are thrilled to offer a “Stay At Home Retreat” for Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC)
to come together, write, connect, exhale, explore, and lovingly witness each other’s words.
Our goal is to create space for and with People of Colour to lean into our writing voices. There will be room to wade into the themes that don’t get a lot of attention in predominantly white circles such as white supremacy, microaggressions, immigration, colourism, racism, colonialism, intersectionality, and the complexity and contours of our identities as we define them. But you can also decide not to dive into these topics and just enjoy writing for the sake of it. We'll spend lots of time just having fun with words.
This will be a weekend of writing in the moment, sharing, and getting full-hearted, supportive feedback from one another. We’ll use guided visualizations, silent writing time, and discussion to invite our creativity to play. We’ll also have plenty of screen breaks and chances to share in small groups.
This is our first time all facilitating together, and we’re excited to work as a team of three around a (virtual) table with people who get it, who don’t question each other’s lived experience and have likely experienced many of the same things.
Beginner and seasoned writers are very welcome!"
(From Firefly Creative Writing website)
This retreat will be offered again next winter.
Click here if you’d like to get on our list for early bird registration for future seasons or sign up for our newsletter here.
Click here if you’d like to get on our list for early bird registration for future seasons or sign up for our newsletter here.
Writer's Clubs with Membership
- London Writer’s Society - Since April of 2020, our meetings are online Zoom format. To participate subscribe to our newsletter to be informed of meeting details, including topic and Zoom procedures.
- The Sudbury Writers’ Guild - check them out on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/groups/SudburyWritersGuild/
- The Writers’ Community of Simcoe County - meets 3rd Sunday each month at Down by the Bay, 121 Mississauga St. E., Orillia, ON, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
- Ottawa Romance Writers - Our members-only meetings are a discussion of Ottawa Romance Writers business, upcoming events, and the goings-on in the romance writing world (1:00-2:15pm).
Writing Jobs
- Brian Scott - Subscribe to his Morning Coffee Newsletter
- Brian Scott - Video tutorials on "How to Start A Successful Freelance Writing Career"
- Canadian Freelance Writing Jobs - Jobs for Canadian Writers
- Savvy Writers & e-Books online - 11 Websites to Find Freelance Writing Jobs
- The Book and Periodical Council - lists online job boards
Writing Links
- Brian Henry - check out his creative writing courses & workshops
- Brian Scott - a wealth of information including jobs, writing & poetry contests
- Canada Arts Connect - opportunities, resources & more
- Canadian Authors - writers helping writers since 1921
- Canadian Links of Interest to Writers - an extensive list
- Canadian Literature - a Quarterly of Criticism and Review
- Canadian Writer's Journal - an annotated list of internet links & information useful to writers
- Clear Writing Literacy - Literacy information & referral network
- Diaspora Dialogues (DD) - supports diverse writers to turn their craft into a career
- Dreamers Creative Writing - dedicated to writing that is from the heart
- Firefly Creative Writing - offering cozy and joyful creative writing workshops & coaching in Toronto, Ontario
- Freefall Writing
- A Guide to Effective Instruction in Writing Kindergarten to Grade 3
- The Book Band - places new authors and ideas into your hands
- The League of Canadian Poets
- Library Archives of Canada
- Morel Magazine - a forum celebrating Southwestern Ontario
- National Film Board of Canada
- Professional Writers Association of Canada - Serve Canadian non-fiction freelance writers across the country
- Storytellers of Canada – Conteurs du Canada is devoted to connecting people, reflecting culture, and inspiring learning and creativity through the art of storytelling.
- The Ontario Writers' Conference
- The Other Side of the Story – an informative blog with over 500 articles on writing fiction
- Silver Pen Writers Society
- Storytellers of Canada -supports the art of oral storytelling through its storytellers & listeners
- Wine Writers' Circle of Canada
- Word Writes Canada - Canadian Links of Interest to Writers, an extensive list
- Writescape ...escape to write
- Writer's Circle - Blog on writing tips
- The Book and Periodical Council -
- The Eyeopener - Ryerson University’s independent student newspaper, and has been since 1967
- The Word Guild - Growing Communities of Christian Writers Across Canada
- The Writers' Community of Durham Region - offers forum where writers can find support, education & networking
- Writers Guild of Canada
- The Write Life - American, helps writers create, connect & earn
- Writer's Resources - American, lists of websites, books etc. for writers
- The Writers’ Trust of Canada - to advance, nurture & celebrate Canadian writers & writing
- The Writer’s Union of Canada
- Toronto Romance Writers (TRW) - a robust branch of Romance Writers of America founded in 1986
International Conferences/Workshops
- This summit of international authors and aspiring writers features conferences led by some of the worlds most talented authors, journalist, poets, playwrights, screenwriters and literary agents. Stimulating talks, interviews, readings, Q&As and workshops.
- ASJA Writers Conference
The American Society of Journalists and Authors annual writers conference is one of the premier events in the United States for professional independent writers, with more than 600 attendees each year. - Freefall Writing Calendar
- Geneva Writers’ Conference
The international conference brings together English-language writers for high-level instruction, inspiration, support, advice, networking and feedback. Writing genres covered include fiction, creative non-fiction, children’s writing and poetry. (From The Book and Periodical Council (The BPC))
Author of The Autobiography Of Miss Jane Pittman Ernest J. Gaines, Dies At Age 86
January 15, 1933 - November 5, 2019
Remembering Toni Morrison
February 18, 1931 - August 5, 2019
US Mint begins shipping quarters honoring Maya Angelou
Remembering Derek Walcott
January 23, 1930 - March 17, 2017
Nobel Prize-winning Poet & Playwright
Writer's Quote
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Tip 18: Be fascinated in order to be fascinating.
"The more interested you are about the subject you’re writing about, the more intrigued your readers will be with what you’ve written.
Here’s a tip: Faced with less-than-inspiring subject material for an assigned project? Find a fascinating angle for your story. With the right approach, it’s possible to write an interesting story about something unappealing." (From 30 Writing Tips To Make Writing Easier by Karen Hertzberg)
"The more interested you are about the subject you’re writing about, the more intrigued your readers will be with what you’ve written.
Here’s a tip: Faced with less-than-inspiring subject material for an assigned project? Find a fascinating angle for your story. With the right approach, it’s possible to write an interesting story about something unappealing." (From 30 Writing Tips To Make Writing Easier by Karen Hertzberg)
Quote: “The idea is to write it so that people hear it and it slides through the brain and goes straight to the heart.” ~ Maya Angelou ~
