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Writers’ Retreat on a Historic River
Gift yourself a spring retreat! Connect with yourself and other dedicated writers, and reset your writing mindset. Each day will include quiet writing time, guided writing to help you explore aspects of your work and yourself, plus explorations of the craft and business of writing on both sides of the border. Our home will be the historic and eclectic South Landing Inn, where we share meals, host discussion, and delve into our writing. Each character-filled guest room is bright and…
Find out more »Literary Showcase with Brampton Writer in Residence Kevin heronJones
Celebrate Literary Arts with Brampton Writer in Residence Kevin heronJones & Festival of Literary Diversity Founder Jael Richardson Free. All Are Welcome. Light refreshments will be provided. To celebrate a highly successful inaugural year of the Brampton Arts Organization (BAO), Brampton Library, and the Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD)'s joint Brampton Writer in Residence program, this year's resident, Kevin heronJones, will be joined by fellow author and FOLD founder Jael Richardson on Friday, April 25, 2025 at Gore Meadows Branch…
Find out more »Poets Trevor Carolan and Evelyn Lau, Live and Free
You're invited to join poets Trevor Carolan and Evelyn Lau, and guitarist-vocals Marlowe Ferris, live and free, on Friday, April 25, reading at Christ Church Cathedral. A free event at a time of national cultural awareness. Doors open at 7:00 pm. All ages. With financial assistance from The Canada Council through the Writers Union of Canada, and with the support of the Christ Church Cathedral community.
Find out more »Canadian Independent Bookstore Day 2025
Canadian Independent Bookstore Day (CIBD) is the annual day when readers, writers, illustrators, publishers, and others come together to celebrate indie bookstores across Canada.
Find out more »North Shore Writers’ Association Workshop Presents Writing Picture Books with Laura Farina
The sonnet, the haiku...the picture book? In this hands-on workshop, poet and picture book writer, Laura Farina, will walk you through the conventions of the picture book, helping you find unexpected and delightful possibilities for your own work within the constraints of this form. FREE! Registration is required to secure your spot. Drop-in seating may be available but is not guaranteed.
Find out more »North Shore Writers’ Association Panel: From Publishing to Publicity – How to Get Your Work Out There
Looking for help with getting your book published and into the hands of readers? Hear Lynn Duncan, Megan Williams, and Margaret MacKinnon-Cash – three industry experts in different areas – discuss what it takes to get a manuscript traditionally or self-published, and follow through to book and author publicity. FREE! Registration is required to secure your spot. Drop-in seating may be available but is not guaranteed.
Find out more »In the Shadows: Unsettling Fiction with Sam Wiebe, Linda Cheng, Erica McKeen, and JJ Lee
Horror and thrillers can be an effective way for an author to unsettle the reader – but also draw them in and make the story more impactful. Join Sam Wiebe, Linda Cheng, and Erica McKeen, three authors of different genres who weave dark elements into their work, as they discuss the process of writing unsettling fiction with JJ Lee. FREE! Registration is required to secure your spot. Drop-in seating may be available but is not guaranteed.
Find out more »Chelene Knight in Conversation with Margaret Gallagher
Join CBC’s Margaret Gallagher for a literary conversation with acclaimed author Chelene Knight! Chelene will speak about her latest book Safekeeping: A Writer's Guided Journal for Launching a Book with Love and will do readings from both Safekeeping and Let It Go: Free Yourself from Old Beliefs and Find a New Path to Joy. FREE! Registration is required to secure your spot. Drop-in seating may be available but is not guaranteed.
Find out more »FOLD presents Ian Williams in Conversation with Jael Richardson
Find Out What Award-winning Author Ian Williams Means to Say In partnership with the Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD), Brampton Library presents its latest Author Talks series event: an opportunity to engage with Brampton Arts Walk of Fame recipient and award-winning, poetry, fiction, and nonfiction author Ian Williams, featuring a live book reading and Q&A about his latest work, What I Mean to Say: Remaking Conversation in Our Time, moderated by Jael Richardson. This free event will take place on…
Find out more »Editors Canada Webinar: Essential Proofreading Skills
Essential Proofreading Skills Member price: $60 CAD Non-member price: $100 CAD Sharon McInnis leads this Editors Canada webinar on Essential Proofreading Skills. If you’re new to proofreading or you’re an editor thinking about adding proofreading and fact-checking to your freelance services, check out Essential Proofreading Skills, presented by Sharon McInnis, CEO (Chief Error Officer) of ProofingQueen Editing. With 20+ years of freelance experience providing proofreading and fact-checking to a wide range of corporate clients, Sharon is uniquely qualified to offer…
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