Author: Linda Laforge
Word Up – online, March 2022

Writers and Research Panel Whether writing a historical fiction or no-fiction, a writer has to research. Do the same rules apply to non-fiction as to novelists or short story writers? Does the process differ if you’re writing a play? We’ll talk to experienced authors to learn how the organize their…
Word Up, online, February
Word Up, Online, Jan 2022

Kickstart Your Writing with Writers Groups ~ January 13th Writing is typically a solo endeavour, but finding a community of writers that support one another can be a great source of inspiration, encouragement and can propel your skills. No matter what your experience, a writing group can offer a supportive…
Word Up, Online and In-Person, Dec 2021
Wordup, Online and In-Person, Nov, 2021

Two panellists shared their work, Trudee Romanek, Bright Daybreak, and Danielle Kostrich, We Must Have More Men. Both have written well researched, insightful plays based on world wars. You’ll not only learn about some of the people Barrie’s streets are named for, but gain a deeper insight into the hearts and minds of the soldiers who fought for our freedom.
Word Up, Online & In Person, Oct 2021
Word Up – Online AND In-Person, Sept 2021
Word Up Online, July 2021

Characters with Disabilities in Fiction If we want our stories to be well-rounded, it’s important to include disability along with other types of diverse characters. Since some of our greatest real life heroes are not able-bodied, like Rick Hanson and Terry Fox, we can aim to develop thoughtful stories that…
Word Up Online, June 2021

LGBTQ In Writing
We humans categorize each other as a way to describe and assign differences, including differences of race, ethnicity, social class, disability, gender, and sexual orientation. With regard to LGBTQ, we’ll discuss these categories respectfully in terms of who our writers are and how to create well developed characters to avoid perpetuating stereotypes? Join us for an enlightening panel and come with your questions.