Writing Contests and Awards in Canada
Calling all Canadian fiction writers! Here are 13 upcoming short story contests by Canadian literary organizations. Most offer cash prizes.
Dreamers Reading Room
Waking Up
“you hold your lavender latte in your puffy red cheeks and let the heat slowly down your throat”
Anchors Up
“She stared out seemingly into the netherworld, and told you the tide was going out. You laughed at her hokey premonitions.”
35 Sublime Haiku Poems and Examples
Explore 35 sublime haiku poems with examples and guides. Discover the beauty of 5/7/5 haiku poems inspired by nature. Perfect for beginners!
50 Canadian Literary Festivals in 2024
This article offers authors, poets and readers a comprehensive guide to 50 literary festivals that celebrate Canadian literature, storytelling, and the arts.
Enter the Place and Home Writing Contest
Submit your stories of migration and/or your sense of place, of home or lack of, and your empathy to the plight of migrants around the world.
Understanding Point-of-View in Literature
Point-of-view (POV) in literature refers to the perspective from which a story is narrated. It determines who is telling the story and how much information is available to the reader…
How to Write a Plot Twist: 6 Tips to Captivate Your Readers
A well-crafted plot twist can be the key to keeping your readers on the edge of their seats. Whether you’re writing a novel, screenplay, or any other form of narrative, mastering the art of the plot twist is a valuable skill.
Exploring the Wizarding World Through a Writer’s Lens: The Harry Potter Series
Discover writing insights from the Harry Potter series, exploring its world-building, character development, and narrative techniques.