Writers’ Weekend 2013
Saturday February 2nd, 10am-4pm
John Dutton Theatre, Central Library, 616 Macleod Tr. SE
Join us throughout the day for a wide variety of FREE presentations by local experts designed to educate and inspire. More information on the day’s events and presenters through the library’s Writers Nook Blog.
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. My Story – Writing Memoir and Biography
Join Brian Brennan, acclaimed historian, best-selling author, and award-winning journalist as he discusses the art, craft, and fundamentals of memoir and biography writing.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Engaging An Audience Through Online Writing
Join Lonnie Taylor, Huffington Post Canada blogger, for an introduction to connecting to an audience through social media platforms in creative ways.
12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Ask the Editor
Join book editor Sandra McIntyre for an insightful question and answer session about what editors do and how publishing works.
1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Ask the Writer
Join experienced writers Lori Hahnel, Naomi Lewis, and Debbie Willis for a dynamic question and answer session on the diverse elements of the writing process in the current publishing environment.
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Writing and Publishing your Children’s and YA Novel
Join acclaimed writer Simon Rose and learn how to turn ideas into stories, get started as a writer and get on the path to publication.
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Covered – Clothing for your Book
Join Derek Mah, celebrated illustrator and book cover designer, for insight into the collaborative process required to achieve the perfect first impression for your book.
You may register in person, by calling 403-260-2620 or online through the following link:
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