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Litmag Love: Summer Markets

I just updated my list of Short Fiction Markets, so it's only fitting to add a post on where you can submit your stories this summer. There's a lot of opportunity out there! The following Canadian litmags are open for submissions in July and August. This first batch is time-sensitive, with just a few days… Continue reading Litmag Love: Summer Markets

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Writers’ Markets: Read the Fine Print

I just updated my list of Short Fiction Markets and Young Writers Markets, so it's only fitting to add a post on the fine print. Before you submit your work to any contest or magazine, double-check the rights you're selling or giving away. The best magazine publishers buy first world serial rights to the pieces… Continue reading Writers’ Markets: Read the Fine Print

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Pot-Pourri 2022

It's here, awesome authors! The latest volume of Pot-Pourri, containing all the winning stories, poems, and graphic narratives from Ottawa's Awesome Authors aged 9-18. Buy your copy today. Check out the gorgeous cover design by Gaurinanda Abhilash: Once again, the anthology is generously produced by the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA), with… Continue reading Pot-Pourri 2022

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Discover the Best Books on Shepherd.com

I’m pleased to join the many authors making book recommendations on the new book discovery site, Shepherd.com. Check it out to discover the books your favourite authors recommend. You can find thousands of recommendations for books connected by theme. (And you’ll only find recommendations – no ratings, no complaints.) Whether you're looking for a cookbook,… Continue reading Discover the Best Books on Shepherd.com

Pot-pourri 2019 cover
authors, books, contests, public libraries, What's New, writing, young writers

Book Launch of Pot-pourri 2019

Dozens of young writers in Ottawa will attend their book launch next week, as the Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Association (FOPLA) launches the latest volume of Pot-pourri. Pot-pourri 2019 features all the winners and honourable mentions from this year's Awesome Authors contest -- that's dozens of the best poems, short stories, and comics… Continue reading Book Launch of Pot-pourri 2019