The Writing Circle is a drop-in session for writers of all genres and languages to work on their writing at any stage of development, whether writing a first draft, revision or editing, or even submitting to publications. It is open to writers from the University of Alberta, as well as …
Shab-e She’r is Canada’s most diverse & brave poetry open mic, hosted by Bänoo Zan, the University of Alberta's current Writer in Residence. This event is open to poets writing in any language from University of Alberta / Edmonton / Canada / International community. Shab-e She’r welcomes people from all …
Featuring Celeste Mohammed, Canisia Lubrin, Barbara Jenkins, Karen Lord, and Celia Sorhaindo A literary showcase featuring five of the Caribbean’s most exciting contemporary voices. With Celeste Mohammed, Canisia Lubrin, Barbara Jenkins, Karen Lord, and Celia Sorhaindo. Chaired by Nicholas Laughlin, Bocas Lit Fest Festival Director. Presented in partnership with the …
Join The Fiddlehead, in partnership with Word Feast, as we launch the Autumn issue with readings from Fiddlehead Creative Nonfiction Contest winner Jenny Hwang, Griffin Poetry Prize and Governor General's Literary Prize winner Tolu Oloruntoba, CBC Short Story Prize winner Corinna Chong and Fawn Parker, who has been longlisted for …
The solution to most environmental challenges are at their core human issues. Join Governor General Award winner Madhur Anand and Pulitzer Prize Winners Rae Armantrout and Forrest Gander in conversation with Faisal Moola to explore the connections between poetry and the environment and how artistic invention can empower us to …
The Caribbean's leading literature festival at the British Library, with Celeste Mohammed, Canisia Lubrin, Shivanee Ramlochan and more. This event will take place at the British Library. It will be simultaneously live streamed on the British Library platform. Tickets may be booked either to attend in person (physical), or to watch …