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Short Story Glow Up Writing Workshop (Grande Prairie): Short Story Glow Up Writing Workshop (Grande Prairie)
Ellen Kartz
Rotary Training Room,Grande Prairie Public LibrarySaturday, February 8th, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Join local author and 2019 Governor General’s Literary Awards finalist Sue Farrell Holler in this exciting writing workshop for wordsmiths. This short story writing workshop is designed to help write a first attempt or glow up a draft for GPPL’s Collins Writing Contest. This year’s theme is “After Dark”. This workshop is a partnership between GPPL and the Writers’ Guild of Alberta and is suitable for ag… Read More
WordBridge: Lethbridge Writing Conference: WordBridge: Lethbridge Writing Conference
Ellen Kartz
WordBridge: Lethbridge Writing Conference February 7-8, 2020 Keynote Speakers: Robert J. Sawyer and Thornten Nesch Tickets on sale now! Pre-Conference February 7, 2020 Good Times Comedy Club314 – 7th Street, Lethbridge AB Events Include:9:30 am – 12:00 pm: Memoir MorningAll memoirs matter. Whether writing for publication, for family and friends, or for yourself, learn why memoirs are important (you might be surprised). Along with best-selling non-fiction author,… Read More
Writing Contest - Announcing the Winners (YYC): Writing Contest – Announcing the Winners (YYC)
Ellen Kartz
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 5 PM – 7 PMCalgary Central Library REGISTER HERE Join us as we announce the winners of our recent Flash Fiction writing contest! Please join us on Wednesday February 5th from 5:00-7:00 for the announcement of our writing contest winners! Light refreshments will be served from 5:00PM with reading of the winning stories at 6:00PM. This event will be held at the Calgary Central Library in Room 0-14. Free to attend.… Read More
Sam Warwick in conversation with Marcello Di Cintio and Christina Frangou on Freedom of Expression and Negotiating Various Forms of Censorship: Sam Warwick in conversation with Marcello Di Cintio and Christina Frangou on Freedom of Expression a…
Ellen Kartz
**SAVE THE DATE** Sam Warwick in conversation with Marcello Di Cintio and Christina Frangou on Freedom of Expression and Negotiating Various Forms of Censorship Thursday, February 27, 2020Doors 6:00 | 7:00—9:00 pmRose & Crown Pub & Restaurant Private room upstairs1503 4th St SW, Calgary | FREE WGA Freedom to Read Week EventSeating is first-come, first served. More details coming soon!… Read More
Monday Write Nights at EPL: Monday Write Nights at EPL
Ellen Kartz
We are thrilled to partner with Edmonton Public Library and Capital City Press for Monday Write Nights. Drop-in and join us Monday nights at a different EPL branch. Join us in 2020 as we continue our free drop-in writing nights! Meet and chat with other writers, learn about WGA and EPL programs, or just get some work done. Write Nights are here to provide support and a space to write. Our upcoming schedule is: Jan 27 - Mill Woods Feb 3 - Castle Downs Feb 10 - Sprucewood… Read More

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Drink the Wild Air 2020: Drink the Wild Air 2020
Ellen Kartz
Date: March 20-22, 2020 Place: Nestor Lodge, Kamp Kiwanis in Bragg CreekAges: The retreat is for young writers ages 12-19.Cost: $215 (Price includes meals – Friday dinner to lunch on Sunday, overnight accommodations, classes and evening activities.) REGISTER HERE! A Message from Colin Matty Dear Friends of WordsWorth, The best of the season to one and all! This is Colin Matty, Director of WordsWorth, with a timely announcement and th… Read More
UPDATE! 2020 WGA Annual Conference in Partnership with the AWCS: UPDATE! 2020 WGA Annual Conference in Partnership with the AWCS
Ellen Kartz
WONDER--Reclaim Your Curiosity Friday May 22 (Alberta Literary Awards) + Conference May 23-24, 2020Calgary Public Library, Downtown Central Branch 800 3 St SE, Calgary, AB Hotel info (Alt Hotel) coming soon! Registration will open February 3rd, 2020 – stay tuned for full program of speakers & sessions! Join the Writers' Guild of Alberta and the Alexandra Writers' Centre Society for a weekend of inspiration, professional development and networking opportunities! This year we'll explor… Read More
WGA 2020 Mentorship Program Participants Announced: WGA 2020 Mentorship Program Participants Announced
Ellen Kartz
In January 2020, twelve Alberta writers will begin their participation in the WGA’s annual mentorship program. 2020 marks the eighth year for the program, which pairs emerging writers with established Alberta authors to develop the emerging writer’s literary work, and also to provide support and encouragement. This program has seen many of its participants grow and succeed as published authors. This year's participants are: Gunnilla Nilsson will work with mentor Jacqueline Guest in m… Read More

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