Lovers of all things literary are sure to love WordsSpring, a three-day event featuring book launches, a writing workshop, panel discussion and open mic brunch. Presented by the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB), this semi-annual gathering will be held in the Kennebecasis Valley May 10-12. WordsSpring leads off with book launches at the Shadow… Continue Reading
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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
7 Reasons Why You Should Enter WFNB’s Literary Competition
Why Should I Enter? 7 Reasons by Lee Thompson, Executive Director Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick Our 2012 Literary Competition’s deadline is February 29th, coming up fast. As you may know, last year we returned our competition to its original roots and purpose: to promote and encourage New Brunswick writers. It was a huge success… 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
Just Desserts!
Hi Everyone, Continuing my series of emails highlighting aspects of WordsSpring, we’ve arrived at our member book launches, which will happen right before Sally Armstrong’s event. We’re calling it Just Desserts, because it takes place right after supper and yes, we will have desserts. And because… well, you can figure the rest out! Here’s the… Continue Reading
POETPOLOOZA!
A Night of Poetry: Fundraiser for the League of Canadian Poets St. Thomas University is playing host to the annual League of Canadian Poets fundraiser on Thursday, May 13 at 8 pm in the McCain Hall Study Hall. The event will feature several poetry readings and performances by writers’ groups from the Fredericton. Wolftree Writers,… Continue Reading
WordsSpring Coming Right Up
WordsSpring is coming right up, so please hurry and mail in those registration forms in to the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick (WFNB). Ilkay Silk is giving the Saturday morning ‘performance’ workshop. She has been Theatre St. Thomas’ leading lady for decades. She is well-known in the community for her work as an actor, director,… Continue Reading
Sally Armstrong Guest Speaker at Literary Gathering in Fredericton
Award-winning author and human rights activist Sally Armstrong will be among the featured guest speakers at WordsSpring, May 13-16 in Fredericton. A presentation of the Writers’ Federation of New Brunswick, WordsSpring will bring writers from across the province together for a weekend of workshops, book launches and readings on the campus of St. Thomas University.… Continue Reading
Words Spring
Annual Spring Literary Festival for WFNB members and the general public Fredericton, May 13 – 16, 2010 Schedule of Events: Thursday Evening May 13: 8:00pm: League of Canadian Poets fundraiser, Venue TBA Friday May 14 (all events at the St Thomas University Campus) 6:30pm: “Just Desserts: New Books by WFNB authors,” BHM 202, STU. Readings… Continue Reading
