Category: Announcement
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Announcing VPL’s Writer-in Residence Program
The Writer-in-Residence program at Vaughan Public Libraries supports aspiring writers through guidance, mentorship, and practical learning opportunities that strengthen skills and build confidence. In May and June 2026, VPL welcomes award-winning author and professional writing coach Deborah Kerbel as Writer-in-Residence. Deborah will offer one-on-one consultations, manuscript critiques, workshops, and drop-in Q&A sessions for writers at all levels.…
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Call For Workshop Volunteers
I’ve been volunteering as a presenter at library writing groups for about two years now, and the experience couldn’t be more rewarding. The participants are consistently eager and excited to learn, no matter the topic or the activity. I typically lead a workshop every month or two, both in person and virtually. Presenting has helped…
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5 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Beta Reader Team
Beta readers are frontline, test readers for new manuscripts. In most cases, they are the first people to read a book other than the author. It is important to note that beta readers are not editors. Instead, they help authors test-drive their books by reading them as an audience might and providing a realistic reader…
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Meet the Richmond Public Hill WritingCircle
A Space for Writers like you? Yes, at the Library! Are you interested in writing? Looking for a place to hone your writing craftand connect with other writers and readers? Do you live in the RichmondHill area? Richmond Hill Public Library (RHPL) has just the thing for you! RHPL offers a variety of opportunities and…
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Meet the Newmarket Freeflow Writers’Circle
Original post by Lois Hayes and Loni Cameron For the Newmarket Freeflow Writers’ Circle, it’s the words that matter. There is no website and we don’t have a social media presence. We’repeople whose love of exploring with words have brought us together overthe past twenty years. All genres are welcome, from memoir to poetry tofantasy/sci-fi.…
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Welcome to Prep-tober!
By MJ Moores Novel writing month kicks off at the end of October or Prep-tober. Regardless of the controversy surrounding the not-for-profit that adopted the moniker NaNoWriMo, the WCYR and many other writers and organizations have welcomed November as the month to set a personal challenge to write 50,000 words in 30 days. WCYR will…
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Congratulations to Tali Shammas
Winner of the 7 Stories Writing Competition Congratulations to member Tali Shammas for winning first place in the “Pink Bouquet” category and second best in show for her entry. Flowers Our boys’ laughter drifts in through an open window as I admire the bouquet Adam brought me—never red, not anymore. The thought carries my mind…
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Book Signing
Award-winning, local author Bruce A Hanson will be at Chapters Newmarket on Saturday April 12 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a book signing event. Drop by, chat and take a closer look at his books: Double Cross (finalist in the 2024 Whistler Independent Book Awards), Murder & Other Love Stories (includes 5 award-winning…
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Submissions Wanted
Syncopation Literary Journal is a Canada-based nonprofit online publication that showcases music-themed poetry and prose. We are currently seeking submissions for an upcoming special feature entitled “Canadian Poets on Music.” There are no submission fees. While there is no monetary compensation for contributors at this time, each published poem will be promoted on social media…
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Introducing Scriptophobia
A Platform for Writers to Share, Critique, and Improve their craft. Attention all writers! An online community is coming to help you refine your skills, connect with fellow authors, and receive valuable feedback on your work. Scriptophobia is an upcoming platform envisioned by Douglas Owen, a long time member of the WCYR, designed to give…