I joined the Writers' Union just before my first book was published. Honestly, this was only because a smart writer I admired told me I should do it. I didn't even know how much I'd need the Union until after my book came out! I am so grateful that I took that advice -- the Union has been a consistent source of support, information, and legal counsel. A crucial part of navigating the first years of published life.
The $15,000 Carter V. Cooper Short Fiction Competition (year seven)
and
The $3,000 Gwendolyn MacEwen Poetry Competition (year five)
Both have deadlines of Monday, May 22, 2017.
For details: http://www.theexilewriters.com/poetry-and-fiction-competitions/
We acknowledge the support of the Canada Council for the Arts, the Ontario Arts Council (OAC) and the Department of Canadian Heritage. We also acknowledge, with immense thanks, the generous donation of legal services by Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
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