Ed Seaward’s upcoming novel, London Gothic, explores themes of violence and family secrets through alternating timelines. Previously, he published Fair and won multiple awards, culminating in a writing career shift.

Senior Downing Street officials reach out to thinktanks and pollsters as they look to test backing for reversing Brexit

Learn about THE HUNGER OF THOSE WHO BUILT IT by Wendy Waring, a debut literary science fiction novel that questions who will inherit utopia.

Zachary Brett Charles (they/he) is a poet, multi-media artist, Spanish teacher, and apprentice gardener. They see mediums as powerful and p...

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The Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia is once again sponsoring Booktoberfest, a literary event featuring the latest works from Nova Scotia writers and publishers. The event is at the Halifax…

Ken Wilson reviews _The Unravelling of Ou_, describing it as "audacious". In this novel, a sock puppet guides us through Minoo's complex life and relationships.

Every week, an hour of speculative fiction short stories, narrated by the authors. From horror to weird to hard SF and everything in between; from newly published authors to seasoned pros and multiple...

Join us for a special literary Q&A session featuring poet, writer, editor, and chapbook-maker Kevin Spenst in conversation with Bonnie Nish, Executive Director of Word Vancouver...

Tom Halford, a Newfoundland writer, explores familial relationships in his novel "Over the Lights and Over the Houses." He blends humor and emotional depth, drawing inspiration from diverse experiences and storytelling techniques.

Writer Kelly Kaur will release two books in 2026, showcasing her passion for human rights, creativity, and vivid storytelling, while addressing themes of immigration, race, and women's experiences.

Ken Wilson reviews Hollay Ghadery's innovative novel, The Unravelling of Ou, featuring sock puppet Ecology Paul as a narrator, and exploring themes of immigration, estrangement, and identity through Minoo's experiences.

Author Lucy E. M. Black Lucy E.M. Black is an award-winning author whose short stories have been published in Britain, Ireland, USA and Canada in a variety of literary journals and magazines. Her novels include A Quilting of Scars, The Marzipan Fruit Basket, Eleanor Courtown, Stella's Carpet, The Brickworks, and Class Lessons: Stories of Vulnerable Youth. In spring 2027 Lucy's novel…

Mona Høvring is an acclaimed Norwegian author known for her poetry and novels, including "Something That Helps." She explores complex themes of loss and growth, drawing from her personal experiences.

Alice Major, a celebrated poet and essayist, has published numerous works and received various literary awards. She emphasizes the importance of reader engagement and community in writing, evolving from poetry to prose.

Elizabeth Urso is a Canadian author of genre-blending suspense novels. Her debut novel, Hail Mary, releases on September 22, 2026. She is a graduate of Laurentian University, the University of New Brunswick Faculty of Law, and the Humber School for Writers. Born and raised in Sudbury, Ontario, she now lives wherever her partner—a member of the Canadian Armed Forces—is posted, along with their dog Harriet (the Spy).

Author Melanie Schnell's audio essay is on how creative writers can write deep truths in fiction to honour the past and trauma, and create authentic narrative.

How does truth live inside fiction? Author Melanie Schnell talks about weaving historical trauma and truths into her novels while embracing the creative freedom of fiction. She explains how to honour painful historical truths while creating compelling narratives that speak to universal human experiences.

J. M. Shaw, a Canadian fantasy author, navigates her neurodivergent experiences through storytelling, addressing themes of belonging and mental health while emphasizing continuous growth and the importance of community in her writing journey.

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In Brian Dillon’s bewitching new book, “Ambivalence: An Education,” the author’s younger self is depicted as an inscrutable, fumbling figure named B.

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Joseph Kertes, a Hungarian émigré and acclaimed novelist, emphasizes love's transcendent power in his works. His latest book, Sirens, explores themes of youth, love, and loss amid wartime hardships.

Zachari Logan is a queer Canadian settler artist and poet whose artwork has been exhibited throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Zachari’s work can be found in collections worldwide, including the National Gallery of Canada, Art Gallery of Ontario, Remai Modern, Peabody Essex Museum, McMichael Canadian Art Collection and Nerman MOCA among many others. In 2014 Zachari received the Lieutenant Governor’s Emerging Artist Award, in 2015 he received the Alumni of Influence Award from the University of Saskatchewan and in 2016 he was long-listed for the Sobey Art Award.

Dr. Vera Tarman, a Toronto-based addiction physician, explores food and sugar addiction through her book Food Junkies, podcast, and community, while promoting the importance of effective writing and editing.

A good book editor is essential for your book's success What exactly does a book editor do, and what kind of editing? Substantive, factual, copy editing, or proofing? How much leeway does a book editor have, and when do they need to consult with an author about changes? And how do you select a book editor?

Sharon Hart-Green is the author of Come Back for Me, a gripping story of trauma, loss, and the redemptive power of love set in the aftermath of World War II. Loss, trauma, memory, and, above all, the ties of family and being Jewish are the elements that weave together this panoramic story. Come Back for Me travels through time and place only to bring us, ultimately, to the connections between generations.

Writing coach Fiona Fenwick self-published her first book, Stand Out and Step Up Self-publish or publisher route? If you're writing a book, at some point you'll need to decide on self-publishing or pitching to a publisher. Each method has its pros and cons. What's a pro to one person could be a negative to another. It depends on what's available and what suits your style.

An understanding and appreciation of poetry come with time. And the time invested may eventually produce expertise. Here, poetry fans enjoy a poetry reading. A new report from the University of Pittsburgh has given birth to the fiction that generative artificial intelligence (gen AI) can generate better poetry than poetry written by humans. This study, "AI-generated poetry is indistinguishable from human-written poetry and is rated more favorably…

Turn your book into a podcast show and grow your audience, or turn your podcast show into a book If you’re a nonfiction author with a good book and you’re reading this, you're probably already wondering if you should turn your book into a podcast. You probably know that podcasting is big and—in most countries—reaches an affluent audience that can be hard to reach via other channels.

By Emma Wooodhouse I'm excited to share with you the story behind my novel, The Prendergast Watch, a Victorian extravaganza that follows Bartholomew Grous as he struggles to stay afloat in the shadowy London streets he inhabits, as his growing infatuation with the enigmatic Jemima takes over his reason. This tale is a tale filled with love, loss, blackmail, asylums, art, suffrage, and family secrets.

In her debut collection titled Elergy for Opportunity, Natalie Lim asks: How do we go on living and loving in a time of overlapping crises? Anchored by elegies for NASA’s Opportunity rover and a series of love poems, this collection explores the tension and beauty of a world marked by grief through meditations on Dungeons & Dragons, Taylor Swift’s cultural impact, the all-engulfing anxiety of the climate crisis and more.

Author Hollay Ghadery Author Hollay Ghadery Hollay Ghadery is an Iranian-Canadian multi-genre writer living in Ontario on Anishinaabe land, and is our first writer to reveal. In coming weeks, Sheelagh and Hollay will talk on the upcoming OCR podcast about Hollay's writing and books. We're so grateful to Hollay for sharing her answers with readers! Hollay has her MFA in Creative Writing from the University of Guelph.

On Creative Writing (OCW) founders Emma and Sheelagh are really happy to introduce this new Q&A feature: Writers Reveal. Authors and writers from around the world will select five questions from our list of ten, and their answers will reveal lots about their lives as writers and their writing. Author Saad Omar Khan

A Thousand Tiny Awakenings is a powerful new anthology amplifying marginalized voices in Canada to challenge the oppressive structures that shape our world. A Thousand Tiny Awakenings is a new anthology of writings and art from marginalized creators across Turtle Island These narratives, poems, and artworks transcend borders across Turtle Island to offer a stirring testament to resilience and hope. …

Some extraordinary poetry collections are coming soon from publisher McClelland & Stewart. Canadian poetry releases Poetry is deeply human and these Canadian poetry collections beautifully capture the essence of the human heart. Each book showcases the remarkable talent, depth, and diversity of these poets. And these collections will give pleasure and insights to readers who are seasoned poets and/or avid readers of poetry.