The Writers’ Guild of Alberta is excited to announce the finalists for the 2021 Alberta Literary Awards and Robert Kroetsch City of Edmonton Book Prize and for The 2020 City of Calgary W.O. Mitchell Book Prize. Each year, the Alberta Literary Awards, the City of Edmonton and The City of Calgary recognize and celebrate the highest […]
Wednesday & Thursday, April 21 & 22, 7-8 pm Meet the Authors. Alberta Literary Awards finalists readings. April 21 and 22. 7-8pm over Zoom. Join the WGA as we feature the finalists for the 2021 Alberta Literary Awards with intimate readings set over two days. Virtual Reading with the Finalists Wednesday, April 21, 2021 at 7 PM […]
Youth Connect Sessions are designed to bridge our youth camps and programs with our mainstream programming. There are two Youth Connect sessions available during the main WGA 2021 Conference. They are “Creative Writing 101” on Saturday May 29th, at 1:30 PM (MT); and “Publishing 101” on Sunday May 30th, at 2:30 PM (MT). They are provided in […]
JUMP TO: Pricing | Cancellation Policy | Details | Conference Schedule | Purchasing Books | Registration | Our Thanks | FAQ Writers’ Guild of Alberta – 40 Years – Alexandra Writers’ Centre Society 2021 Conference Re/Orientation The 2021 Writers’ Guild of Alberta virtual conference, held in partnership with the Alexandra Writers’ Centre Society, is a unique opportunity to learn and connect […]
Publishing from a Printer’s Perspective w/ Donovan BergmanThis webinar is now available in a recorded format (the webinar took place originally live on April 10, 2021).Members: $25Non-members: $35Students: $10 So you’ve just finished writing your book…can it be printed? Not so fast… there are a few steps to look at between writing a book and […]
8 WeeksMondays: 6:30-9:00pmThis workshop uses Google Classroom. Participants should have a Gmail or G Suite account.This workshop is currently full. If you would like to be added to a waiting list in case a spot open up, please email us at [email protected] Bring intention and focus into your novel from the very first draft. Using […]
Ask an Agent w/literary agent Carolyn Forde, Transatlantic AgencyThis webinar originally took place on March 13, 2021. It is available in a recorded format.Members: $25Non-members: $35Students: $10 How do I get an agent? Do I need an agent? What does an agent do? This is your chance to have all your questions about agents answered […]
March 19 & 20, OnlineCost: $140 Registration Deadline: March 12 Registration is now closed While we wait within our homesAnd wintry winds blow through slumbering grovesThere is a place both fresh and rareA place called Drink the Wild Air Where friends can come and share their wordsAnd minds and hearts, their voices heardThough we might not be […]
Mi’kmaq poet Shannon Webb Campbell, whose beautiful podcast reading can be heard here, is leading our final masterclass of the 2020-21 season on 24 February, from 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm MST. There are still spaces available; be sure to sign up soon by emailing [email protected]!
Registration Deadline Extended to Feb. 18! These unusual times call for unique events. Rather than all the hassle of travelling to a remote location for a retreat this winter, the most difficult part will be blocking out time on your calendar; but it will be worth it. It will provide time to connect with other […]
