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, […]
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 […]
We are excited to announce details for the Indie Author Book Expo North! 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 like a trade show for independent […]
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 […]
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 […]
The Kidlit Questionnaire is a fun way for writers and readers to get to know authors of kidlit. It’s also an opportunity for authors to promote their past and upcoming work. The 21 question survey covers everything from when you wrote your first story, to how your writing process has developed, to your experience working with agents and/or editors. All […]
CanLitPit, a pitch party for Canadians, kicked off on June 1st to resounding success. By the end of the 12 hour live event on Wednesday, there were 390 pitches and 70 requests by publishing professionals. Participants were allowed to pitch the same manuscript twice, which means the request rate was approximately 36%. In addition, we here at WritingCommunity.ca made an […]
Due to low uptake, 52 Cues has been cancelled. We’re working with prize donators to transfer them to other events and will be reaching out to anyone who has signed up to arrange prize collection. ______________Original post: 52 Cues (#52cues) is a fun, free, virtual event that encourages writers to keep the creative juices flowing year-round. To participate, simply come […]
The organizers of the annual Northern Ontario Book Fair are excited to announce that registration is now open to authors who would like to sell their books this summer. The Northern Ontario Book Fair is an annual event where Northern Ontario authors come together to learn, network, and sell their books. The event is hosted by WritingCommunity.ca co-founders Jes Trudel […]
