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Storied North writer’s retreat open for pre-registration

WritingCommunity.ca is excited to announce a new Canadian writing retreat coming in spring 2024! The Storied North Writer’s Retreat is an opportunity for writers to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life so they can focus on writing in a uplifting, edifying environment. Located one hour from downtown Toronto, this 3-day event includes writing workshops, one-on-one coaching, […]

New workshop coming to help writers land an agent

If you’ve ever wondered what agents are thinking when they read your query, an upcoming workshop from WritingCommunity.ca’s Founder Jes Trudel (in partnership with Write4Kids.org) will teach you everything you need to know! Join her Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 8pm EST. There will be a Q&A at the end. Register here: writeforkids.lpages.co/agent-secrets/

A letter from the Founder

Dear WritingCommunity.ca followers, This has been a whirlwind year that has ultimately resulted in what will be a dream come true for me. About 12 years ago, I handed out my first round of resumes in the “big city” as I tried to break into the publishing industry. I had a business diploma and was working on my English degree, […]

Deadline to register for Book Expo extended!

The deadline for authors to register for Indie Author Book Expo North has been extended to June 10, 2023! Indie Author Book Expo North (formerly known as the Northern Ontario Book Fair) is an opportunity for indie authors to sell their books, meet with readers, learn about writing, and network with other indie authors in their area. The event is […]

WritingCommunity.ca on semi-hiatus

WritingCommunity.ca has been bringing you free writing resources and innovative services since 2020, but, at least for the next few months, things are going to change. The Founder, Jes Trudel, has been trying for many years to break into publishing. She thought she’d had her big break in 2019, when she was hired as a Junior Editorial Intern for a […]

What Do We All Have In Common? Stories.

We’ve been thinking lately about what it is that ties us all together. Whether it’s the television shows we watch, the 24-hour news cycle we can’t avoid, the books we devour, the speeches our politicians make, or the time we spend together just chatting, we’re all sharing stories. Whether it’s a good story, a true story, a relevant story is […]

Burst of Creativity Series 009

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 009: You sense something you weren’t supposed to. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, and what […]

Burst of Creativity Series 008

This entry is part 1 of 9 in the series Burst of Creativity

Prompt 008: Without forewarning, you are now a parent. A prompt is a jumping off point for creativity. Though each prompt is technically a complete sentence, add the word “and” to the end of each prompt and let your mind drift, associate, and explore all the possibilities. Ask questions like who, what, when, where, how, why, what if, and what […]