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The Union is accepting mentee applications for Creating Mentorship for Deaf and Disabled Writers! This is a free, one-on-one mentorship program. Deadline: October 26, 2026.
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Leah Horlick
Writer and Poet (Photo: Leah Horlick)
I'm grateful to be part of a wide network of writers looking out for new ways to support and advocate for one another.

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Oct. 2 2026

Lise Mayne

Lise Mayne is pleased to announce the release of the audiobook for her Canadian historical fiction, Time Enough. The book is wonderfully narrated by Keena J. Herman of Pen2Plot Productions, Calgary. Keena has brought to life the many characters, of all ages, many dialects, songs, faerie lore…

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