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2023-2024 Writer-in-Residence, University of Alberta: Deadline to Apply

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When? The term of the Writer-in-Residence is from September 1, 2023, to May 31, 2024. Who Are We? This Writer-in-Residence (WIR) in the Department of English & Film Studies is the longest consecutive running programme in Canada. Established in 1975, our programme has a distinguished history that maps the trajectory of …

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2023 Cave Canem Fellowship Application Deadline

Since 1996, Cave Canem has awarded Fellowships to more than 500 Black poets. Cave Canem Fellows are among the most distinguished poets in the field, not only as recipients of the highest literary honors and critical acclaim but also for their service in communities across the country. Each year a …

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Guernica Editions: Job Posting

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Guernica Editions is looking for a publicist to promote its books across Canada & the US. 20 hours a week. Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to annavanvalkenburg@guernicaeditions.com. Full details below. Job Description Reporting to the associate publisher, the publicist will be responsible for publicizing and promoting …

Banff Summer Writers Residency 2023

Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity 107 Tunnel Mountain Drive, Banff, Alberta

Overview Banff Centre’s Summer Writers residency (July 31 - Aug 11, 2023) will provide writers space for the creative exploration of their writing practice. This self-directed residency offers the opportunity to work away from the constraints of everyday life. Delve deep into your creative project and take advantage of the …

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2024 RBC Bronwen Wallace Award

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Submissions for the 2024 RBC Bronwen Wallace Award are now open! The beloved award for emerging writers has a proven track record of helping unpublished poets and short fiction writers secure their first book deal. Past winners include Michael Crummey, Alissa York, Sonnet L’Abbé, Alison Pick, Marjorie Celona, Noor Naga, …

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Job Opportunity: McGill-Queen’s University Press Acquisitions Editor

McGill-Queen's University Press is a joint venture of McGill and Queen's Universities. We are a leading North American university press, publishing award-winning books in fields that span the social sciences and humanities. We are seeking an independent, motivated, and experienced acquisitions editor. Reporting to the Editor-in-Chief located in the Montreal …

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Ledbury Poetry Job Opportunity

Ledbury Poetry welcomes applications for a Director to provide sabbatical cover for 18 months and ensure that Ledbury Poetry continues to operate successfully with high artistic standards. You will be leading one of the most significant and influential poetry organisations in the UK during an exciting moment in its development. …

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