As many of you know I attended a writer's conference recently. One of the presentations covered flash fiction. I dabbled many years ago in short prompt responses when I was starting out in writing, largely because the thought of writing a novel seemed an 'impossible...
It might seem early to some to begin planning for events in 2025, but with a multitude of opportunities available the more we plan ahead the easier it will be. I have received two confirmations for presenter and panelist position's already, so have marked my calendar,...
This week I will be attending a special supper with a member of my writing group who resides in Newfoundland. Not only is it exciting to see her, for her visits are few and far between but to really connect with her rather than on social media. A group of us will...
My main event for this week is on Saturday, which is my writing group's 8th annual conference. It is always a incredible day of words, writers, writing, networking and meeting new authors. This year to celebrate Canada's 150 - we have made the theme Canada - no...
This week I have two events. Firstly, tonight I will attend a meeting of the Diversity Committee, who are co-hosting an event with one of my other organizations I volunteer with, the Arts & Culture Council. The event is a celebration of Canada's 150 but also to...
After months of planning and late evenings finding presenters, creating a schedule, leaflets, programs, and goodie bags etc. our writers conference was a great success on Saturday. Without our excellent volunteers the event would not have happened. We began at 7.00 am...
Sorry for the late post I have been volunteering at another event today! The 3 Dimensions - Write, Edit, Publish - conference was amazing yesterday. It was certainly the total opposite of today's word - Hebetude - definition: the state of being dull : lethargy. I was...
Condescending - definition: showing or implying or patronizing tone towards; talking with an air of superiority I have to admit this is one of my pet hates - either being the focal point or overhearing a patronizing rant just makes my blood boil. There is no excuse...
Well I’m back to the grindstone but feeling relaxed and regenerated after a wonderful long weekend. The drive to Saskatoon took five hours and my companion, Linda, kindly drove all the way (although I did volunteer). For those of you who do not know, I live on the...