Bowmanville ComiCon December 15th, 2019 The WCYR has secured three tables at the Bowmanville ConiCon for December 15th, 2019. The tables will be open to the first nine registrants for this event. The three tables will be split into 10 spots, one being for the display of the WCYR information and the rest between the […]
Book Seller Event Dixie Outlet Mall Flea Market We have arranged space at the Dixie Outlet Mall Flea Market for March 14th-15th, 2020. Members, If you are a published author and want to have an opportunity to sell your books to the public, this is an amazing chance to do so. Unlike other events we […]
“You can do it. You can write that first draft, so that you can then go on to the act of revision. But the first draft must be completed before you can achieve your finished book, and you can do it” (21). Get The Draft Done! Helping Writers Finish Their First Draft. Need to beat […]
End of Year Event: It’s a Wrap!
Let’s catch up in real life. Join us for some time to chat with fellow WCYR members. We’ll share our experiences of the joy of writing and celebrate our learning, submissions, acceptances, publications and rejections.Â
The mic will be open. Come prepared to read a short piece of writing (3 minutes maximum) or sit back and enjoy listening to others. Sign up when you arrive.
Please bring a wrapped, gently used book for a book exchange. Print only the name of the genre on the label.
The event: Kenneth Oppel is the internationally bestselling, award-winning author of 36 books for children and young adults. His books feature memorable characters, page-turner plots and intricate, well-researched worlds. On May 3, join the WCYR and the WCDR from the comfort of your own home for your chance to learn from one of Canada’s most celebrated authors—someone who has had a lifelong love affair with the written word. Whether you write for kids, for adults, or for your own joy, this online workshop will help you with some of the most essential aspects of writing craft: character, plot and research. Bring your questions! The hour-long craft workshop will be followed by a half-hour Q and A session.