The 2026 WIBAs ARE NOW OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS! Since 2016, the Whistler Independent Book Awards have proudly recognized excellence in Canadian self-publishing. To mark the beginning of our second decade, the WIBAs have some exciting new features to make the awards even more inclusive. WHAT’S NEW: Now open internationally, to any self-published author writing in […]
No matter what genre of fiction you write, even creative non-fiction & memoir, the goal is to keep your reader turning the page. How do we do that? By adding […]
Timeless Tales is an annual all-ages writing contest presented by Arts Society King and the King Heritage & Cultural Centre. Submissions are welcome from writers living in York, Simcoe, and Peel regions. There is no entry fee. For complete details, rules, registration forms and contact information, please go to https://artssocietyking.ca/events/timeless-tales-vi-the-cradle-the-altar-and-the-grave/
Writing in either first person or third person limited point of view allows authors to create a strong emotional connection between the reader and the character. Both points of view […]
Stepping into self-publishing means becoming both an author and a publisher, but what does that really mean? This workshop provides an essential overview of the publishing industry from a self-publisher’s perspective. Learn about the difference between traditional, vanity, and self-publishing. From obtaining ISBNs and distribution networks to royalties, this workshop is perfect for writers who […]
Hello writers! (If you write, you are a writer) Happy New Year. We are excited to invite you to join us for some writing sessions on Zoom over the winter. We use the Amherst Writers’ and Artists’ (A.W.A.) method where we respond to timed prompts. The AWA method is built on five essential affirmations: A […]
Unleash your creativity at our free pop-up art table in Homeroom Galleries while Champagne Weather performs unplugged. All materials provided, and all are welcome! NOTE: dry media only. When: Saturday, April 11, 1-2:30pm Where: Homeroom Galleries (Level 1), 50 Victoria St, Aurora, ON Cost: FREE Completed works from the workshop may be donated or loaned […]
We will write a few short pieces from our unique perspectives using prompts that resonate with us. We will reflect on our feelings, memories and experiences. Please note that these are not counselling or support group sessions, although you may find support in sharing with the group. These are intended to be on-camera sessions so […]
Writing in either first person or third person limited point of view allows authors to create a strong emotional connection between the reader and the character. Both points of view offer direct access to the narrator’s inner thoughts, feelings, and biases, often resulting in a more intimate and subjective experience. Both perspectives require careful attention […]