Friday, January 24, 2020, noonFREE and exclusive to WGA members Writers are busy and don't have a ton of time for all the
hustle involved in self-marketing, which publishers have come to expect. Join
social media specialist Haley
Overland in a conversation about social media for the busy writer. Get
straightforward tips on creating optimal posts, and utilizing analytics and
"competitors" to stay on top of industry best practices and ever
shifting algorithms. One of the first official "So… Read More
Call for Applications: Regional Event Facilitators
We are
seeking contract facilitators to expand our programming in rural and remote
regions. The role of the Regional Event Facilitator is to start a
series of events for writers in their respective region (Grande Prairie, Fort
McMurray, Lethbridge, or Airdrie, and surrounding communities) and pursue
sponsorships or other resources that may help the events continue regularly. Event formats may include (but are
not limited to) professional development presentations, writing workshops or
cl… Read More
Wednesday, December 11 Doors 6:00 | 7:00—10:00pm (or later!)Rose & Crown Pub & Restaurant Private room upstairs1503 4th St SW, Calgary | FREE for WGA membersNon-members $5 at the door (cash only)Seating is first-come, first served. RSVP HERE Kick back and relax with your literary friends over a pint of cheer and some complimentary comfort food. Cozy up to the crackling wood burning fireplace to enjoy three readings by local authors Wakefield Brewster, Ian Kinney and J… Read More
WGA Edmonton Holiday Party: It’s a Wonderful Quiz!
Wednesday, Dec 11 9910 underneath The Common. 9910 109st Edmonton, AB$5 WGA members. Non-members $10. Pay at the door or WGA site Doors 6:30. Refreshments served at 7. Quiz at 8pm. The WGA Presents: It’s a Wonderful Quiz! A literary pub quiz for writers and literature lovers alike. Divided into 3 rounds: Edmonton books and literature, Canadian literature, International books, authors, and literary trivia. Lots of bonuses and a special final round and other surprises. Do you know who wa… Read More
We are thrilled to partner with Edmonton Public Library and Capital City Press for a series of upcoming Monday Write Nights.
Drop-in and join us Monday nights at a different EPL branch.
Join us this fall 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: Nov 4 - Idylwylde - Special NaNoWriMo Write Night!… Read More
The University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine and Mama na Mtoto initiative for regional maternal, newborn, and child health in Tanzania is presenting this flash writing contest. The WGA is happy to partner with these groups to offer administrative and promotional support. Flash Fiction or Flash Non-Fiction on the subject of: Mothers and/or Motherhood Around the World. Contest Guidelines: Submissions are evaluated on originality, creativity, quality of writing, and adherence… Read More
3rd Annual Kemosa Scholarship for First Nations, Métis and Inuit Mothers Who Write
The Writers’ Guild of Alberta is happy to announce the launch of the 3rd Annual Kemosa Scholarship for First Nations, Métis and Inuit Mothers Who Write!This year, author Jeananne Kirwin and has enthusiastically joined in the effort to help give voice to Indigenous mothers. Together, we share the vision of effecting positive changes in our community through stories.Because of the generosity of our sponsors, we will award three scholarships this year: 1st place $3000, 2nd plac… Read More
Three Metis aunties just trying to figure out the world of publishing, and chatting about books. Learn more about masinahikan iskwêwak – Book Women Podcast - HERE Music Credit for All Episodes: Broke for Free – “Something Elated” Episode 10- masinahikan iskwêwak – Book Women Podcast-Burlesque Storytelling with Brittany Johnson Our conversation this week is with Brittany Johnson, a Métis Ph.d student from the University of Alberta’s department of English and Film Studies. She a… Read More
The Writers' Guild of Alberta is a provincial arts service organization that represents both professional and emerging writers in Alberta. We envision an Alberta with a thriving writing community that is diverse, valued, and celebrated. Our mission is to support and advocate for all writers and provide opportunities to grow and connect while enriching Alberta's culture and economy.
