Myriad Translations: Giving Stories New Life through Alternative Forms (YYC)
Thursday, January 24 | 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Rose & Crown Pub | Private room (3rd floor) at 1503 4 St SW, Calgary Please RSVP via Facebook Free for members for WGA, LTAC & RAFA | Non-members $5 cash at the door Guests are welcome to arrive anytime after 6:00 p.m. to settle in, enjoy dinner and socialize. Thursdays […]
Meet the 2019 Mentorship Program Participants!
In January 2019, twelve Alberta writers will begin their participation in the WGA’s annual mentorship program. 2019 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 […]
2nd Annual Kemosa Scholarship Now Open for Submissions!
The Writers’ Guild of Alberta is happy to announce the launch of the 2nd Annual Kemosa Scholarship for First Nations, Métis and Inuit Mothers Who Write! This year, Author Jeananne Kirwin and the Rotary Club of Spruce Grove have enthusiastically joined in the effort to help give voice to Indigenous mothers. Together, we share the vision of effecting positive changes […]
WGA Edmonton December Member Night and Holiday Party
Wednesday, December 5 Gather at 7:00 pm, program at 7:30 pm The Almanac, 10351 Whyte Avenue Member $5; Non-members $10, payable at the door At our annual holiday party on Dec 5 at the Almanac on Whyte (7pm) we are excited to welcome writers from almost every decade possible to represent their respective demographics for an evening of […]
Looking Back, Moving Forward Borderlines Anthology Launch
Looking Back, Moving Forward anthology launch When: Saturday, November 24, 2:00 pm Where: Audreys Books, 10702 Jasper Ave, Edmonton RSVP via Facebook Looking Back, Moving Forward is a collection of new writing: fiction, poetry, drama, and personal essays by members of the Borderlines Writers Circle, and published by Mawenzi House Publishers. Please join us in celebrating this exciting […]
Creator Video Series for I Value Canadian Stories
Below are links to the I Value Canadian Stories creator videos: 3 Questions with Christine Fischer Guy: Novelist and journalist Christine Fischer Guy shares the first story she ever wrote and also details how her earnings have been impacted by the 2012 Copyright Modernization Act. 3 Questions with Diana Stevan: Diana discusses what she finds magical about being a […]
2019 Banff Retreat Now Sold Out
We are pleased to announce our Banff Retreat will take place February 15 – 24, 2019, and registrations are now open. Our annual Banff Retreat is a self-guided retreat and a great opportunity to connect with fellow writers and enjoy uninterrupted writing time among amazing scenery at Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. The retreat […]
WGA Edmonton November Member Night – Verse of the Universe
Verse of the Universe Open Mic Poetry with the Raving Poets Band Wednesday November 7, 2018 The Almanac 10351 – 82 Ave Edmonton Doors 7 Event 7:30, FREE event “We have heard the rationales offered by the super powers. We know who speaks for the nations. But who speaks for the human species, […]
Webinar: Research and Narrative Nonfiction with Omar Mouallem
Research and Narrative Nonfiction with Omar Mouallem WGA, CAA and CNFC Members: $25, Nonmembers: $35 Students:$10 Literary nonfiction. Creative nonfiction. Long-form journalism. The genre goes by many names, but the goal is the same: writing a strong narrative with compelling characters and a unique voice, without sacrificing the truth. How’s this achieved? With patience, pointed […]
Publishing Adult Books Workshop with Wayne Arthurson and Matt Bowes
Publishing Adult Books – WGA Workshop with Author Wayne Arthurson and publisher Matt Bowes of Newest Press Fees: $100 (to take this workshop for FREE, select “coupon” in the fee options) Maskwacis Cultural College October 27, (9am-3pm) Morning workshop followed by a potluck lunch Wayne Arthurson is a writer of Cree and French Canadian descent, the author […]