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CAA MEMBER EVENT – Raymond Beauchemin Readings from The Emptiest Quarter: Novellas
Join Raymond Beauchemin as he discusses and signs copies of his latest book, The Emptiest Quarter: Novellas.
Find out more »CAA MEMBER EVENT– Book Launch and Author Reading with Kamal Parmar
Join Poet Laureate of Nanaimo and CAA BC Branch member Kamal Parmar in launching her newly published poetry book, Vanishing into the Blue, at the Vancouver Island Regional Library – Nanaimo Harbourfront. The evening will feature Kamal reading from Vanishing into the Blue, an Open Mic session, and book sales. If you would like to read one or two of your poems at this event, please contact Kamal at serenity.343@gmail.com. Space all are welcome to attend this free in person…
Find out more »CAA NATIONAL EVENT – Wednesday Webinar Series
Wednesday Webinar Series: What You Can Say Instead Some authors over-use specific words and phrases, or choose ones they are accustomed to using, even when better choices may be available. This webinar will be an introduction to things an author might say instead of words and phrases that are over-worked, or that can be stated more effectively. This webinar will focus on things too commonly said, things said incorrectly, and resources for finding more effective words and phrases that may…
Find out more »The Publishing Extravaganza, Hosted by Muskoka Authors Association
Muskoka Authors Association (MMA) is hosting an all-day one-of-a-kind Publishing Extravaganza, one of the largest gatherings of professionals related to the publishing industry ever held in Muskoka. No matter the stage of your writing project, this is a must-attend event, where you will hear from industry specialists covering all aspects of the publishing journey. Publishers will walk you through the publication process (whether you’re looking to publish with a traditional publisher or self-publish), and literary agents will share the secrets on…
Find out more »CAA NATIONAL EVENT: Canadian Authors Annual General Meeting (AGM)
National Co-Chairs Travis Corken and Christopher Gorman and the Board of Directors request the honour of your presence at our 103rd ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) on Saturday, June 29, at: 1:00–3:00 PM ET 10:00 AM–12:00 PM PT | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM MT 12:00–2:00 PM CT | 2:00–4:00 PM AT | 2:30-4:30 PM NT A virtual meeting via our Zoom platform. NOTE: This AGM will include a presentation of the 2024 Fred Kerner Book Award shortlisted authors, with the announcement of this year’s winner to follow at a special awards event at a later date. The purpose of the AGM is to…
Find out more »Editors Canada Webinar: How to Prepare for the 2024 Copy and Stylistic Editing Certification Exams
Robyn So and Roma Ilnyckyj will lead the Editors Canada webinar on "How to Prepare for the 2024 Copy and Stylistic Editing Certification Exams." Register for this FREE webinar at Point of Sales (findjoo.com). Language: English Level: Introductory Type: Informational Member price: FREE Non-Member price: FREE Would you like to be certified but find the process daunting? You may have wondered whether preparing for an exam is worth the effort and anxiety — and we believe the answer to that question is yes!…
Find out more »Daniel Kalla Reading at Richmond Public Library’s Brighouse branch
The new gripping thriller High Society, by bestselling author and emergency room physician Daniel Kalla, is this summer’s Richmond Reads Adult Summer Reading Club feature from June 19 to August 28. Join him for a reading and discussion with book sales and signing to follow. Registration is required for this event and more information can be found at https://yourlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/664fb569bc24f2360014721e.
Find out more »Brampton Library Special Virtual Author Event with Silmy Abdullah
Announcing a special virtual author event with acclaimed author Silmy Abdullah. Join author and lawyer Silmy Abdullah for a talk about her debut collection of short stories, Home of the Floating Lily. Born in Bangladesh, she lived in Saudi Arabia before immigrating to Canada, Silmy reflects upon her diverse experiences as a South Asian Canadian Muslim woman. She writes primarily about this hyphenated existence and what it means to have multiple intersecting identities and having a fluid sense of home.…
Find out more »Muskoka Authors Assoc. Meeting – Crafting Great Dialogue with Award-Winning Author, Brent van Staalduinen
Muskoka Authors Association (MAA) invites you to hear award-winning author Brent van Staalduinen disucuss the craft of creating real dialogue. Great dialogue is far more than just characters talking to each other to push the plot forward. In this brief workshop, Brent will outline a handful of principles and techniques to make your characters’ words sing with tension, promise, and emotion. Brent van Staalduinen lives, writes, teaches, and podcasts in Hamilton. He’s the award-winning and bestselling author of the novels…
Find out more »CAA MEMBER EVENT – Writing Workshop with Nancy Bell
If you’re new to writing or looking for guidance on where to begin, join this session with author Nancy Bell to explore the topic of “Author’s Voice and How to Find It”. Contact the library for registration or any inquiries: Castor Public Library. Nancy Bell lives in Castor, Alberta with her husband and various critters. She is a member of the Writers Guild of Alberta and a board member of the Canadian Authors Association. She has publishing credits in poetry,…
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