Save the date for CNFC!

The 10th annual Creative Nonfiction Collective Conference takes place in Calgary, May 1-4, with over a dozen events including workshops, readings, panels, presentations, open mic cabaret and literary walk. Special guests include Ronald Wright, Denise Chong, Chief Bev Sellars, Mark Abley and Sharon Butala. Read more...

Special Book Rapport program announcement, May 6

Join Wordfest for a celebratory reception on May 6, 2014, 7pm, at Owl's Nest Books and Gifts, 815A 49th Avenue SW, Calgary. Be the first to hear the announcement of the exciting lineup of writers and illustrators appearing in the 2014 First Calgary Financial Book Rapport -- Wordfest's popular education program that brings students from grades K-12 together with authors to stimulate literacy and encourage a love of reading and writing. Admission is free and open to the public. Please RSVP now if you are able to attend. Read more...

Help WORDFEST raise "time," MAY 8

Drop by our booth, and say "hi." Bid "volunteer time" on art and support great causes at the 9th Calgary Timeraiser on May 8, 7pm, at Flames Central. What's great about Timeraisers? Artists get paid. Nonprofits connect to skilled volunteers. Skilled people put their time to good use. Read more...

Editor, Writer in Residence Programs WRAP UP SOON

There is still time to book a free consultation with Jamie Wilson, the 2014 Wordfest Writer in Residence, before the end of the month. And a selection of members of the Calgary Association of Freelance Editors are also available to take appointments before the program wraps up for the season. To book a consultation, contact Cassandra Paul at 403-237-9068 or cpaul@wordfest.com.

Elaine Lui and Jann Arden Photos

Friends and fans joined Wordfest for beverages, nibbles, swag and an engaging evening with celebrity blogger Elaine Lui and host Jann Arden earlier this month. Photographer Don Molyneaux captured some memorable snapshots, and our followers on social media also shared some highlights. What a night! Read more...