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WFNB Elects New Board & Names Regional Reps

The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) recently elected its new board of directors for 2012-13. Rayanne Brennan, Moncton, was re-elected president of the 300-member organization. She is joined on the executive by Ian LeTourneau, Fredericton, who remains as secretary and Kate Merlin, Riverview, who is staying on as treasurer. Nancy Bauer, Fredericton, will continue… Continue Reading

WFNB Literary Competition Results Announced

The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) announced the results of its annual literary competition today. The 2012 competition received a record number of entries. A total of 181 writers submitted their finest works of poetry and prose, twice the number that entered two years ago. The biggest increase came from young writers, with 41 students… Continue Reading

WFNB Writers Competition Now Open

The Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) is now accepting submissions to its 2012 Literary Competition with greater cash prizes to be won. The non-profit organization has increased its prize purse to $1,700 for top entries in the contest’s prose and poetry categories. The competition is open to all New Brunswickers and members of WFNB.… Continue Reading

Beth Powning Reading in Moncton

The Attic Owl Reading Series and the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick with assistance from the Canada Council for the Arts are pleased to present Beth Powning at La Teraz, 154 Church Street, in Moncton. Keeping with the Attic Owl Reading Series’ new tradition, a local author, K. Cooper, will open the evening. The readings… Continue Reading

Writers’ Federation to hold AGM, WordsSpring in Sussex, May 13-15

New books will be launched. Literary prizes will be awarded. Writing workshops will be presented and poetry readings will be given at the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick’s WordsSpring in Sussex, May 13-15, with Alexander MacLeod, Allan Lynch, Chad Pelley and Beth Powning among the featured authors at this annual gathering. The three-day event is… Continue Reading

WFNB WordsSpring 2011 in Sussex, NB

Sussex, NB May 13 – 15, 2011 Click here for our downloadable/printable registration form. Registration – $90 – is required to reserve space in the Lynch and Pelley workshops, the MacLeod reading and also covers lunch and Soirée fees. Events with (R) require registration. Friday May 13 Venue: SUSSEX ARTISTS CO-OP, Tea Room, 12 Maple… Continue Reading

WFNB launches 2011 Literary Competition

As the calendar turns to a new year, the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB) ushers in 2011 with the launch of its annual literary competition. Established in 1984, the event will award a total $1,100 in prize money for the top entries in the following categories:  individual poems, short fiction, non-fiction, children’s literature, fiction,… Continue Reading

Full Schedule WordsFall

WordsFall Schedule October 16, Miramichi Morning and afternoon events are at Beaverbrook House, 518 King George Highway, Miramichi 10 – 12 : Self publishing workshop with Julie Watson Plus table and short presentation by Lightning Demand Press Please register for this workshop and lunch ($30). Noon, Lunch (included in registration): sandwiches provided by Goodie Shop… Continue Reading

WordsFall in Miramichi

Sheree Fitch, Wayne Curtis, and Ray Fraser are among the authors who will gather in Miramichi, NB, on Saturday, October 16, for the 25th anniversary celebration of the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick. This special edition of WordsFall will be held at the historic Beaverbrook House and begins with a workshop on self-publishing, followed by… Continue Reading