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 […]
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/
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
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 […]
“When I met poet Langford Dixon in the 1970s, he opened my heart to the world of poetry and enchanted me with his wonderful speaking voice. Today, I am an […]
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 […]
📍 Newmarket Public Library–Multipurpose Room 📅 Sunday, April 26 ⏰ 2:00–4:00 PM 🎟 Free Admission Join us for an afternoon featuring two events. Attend one or stay for both! ✨ 2:00 PM: Author […]