Packing a punch with their local festivals, the writing scene in Nova Scotia is lit! Now to get yourself more involved with it. Content here seems to focus a lot more specifically on Canadian topics, and the family-friendly options are interesting. Here are the writing festivals in Nova Scotia (NS) you need to know about and attend.
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Writers festivals in Alberta
Alberta has a rich cultural landscape and an expanding arts community. If you’re a writer looking to meet others in your industry, let me share the most established writers festivals in the province. You may meet your next agent!
How to submit to Harlequin
So you want to be a romance writer, eh? I got you. Did you know you can submit to Harlequin, Canada, for free? Yep. Unsolicited, free submissions. There are obviously some strict rules around submissions, but Harlequin is quite friendly to new talent. I’ll take you through their submission process, and also give you some tips on writing a story for Harlequin.
Writers festivals in British Columbia
In a bit of a topical diversion from my usual posts, today I’m going to talk about all the writers festivals here in British Columbia (BC). One of the best ways to hone your craft is to be inspired by other writers and get constructive feedback on your own writing. Even if you’re already involved in a writing group at, say, your local library, you should consider some professional development with writers, editors, and various publishing industry professionals. Not only are these events good for your craft, they’re also good for your networking and marketing ideas.
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