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GET TO YES workshop open for registration

Registration is open for GET TO YES: How to Land a Literary Agent! Quick pay link The workshop will be taught live on April 3, 2024 at 8:00 p.m. EST. The presenter is Jes Trudel, literary agent with The Rights Factory and founder of WritingCommunity.ca. The cost to attend is $30+hst CAD. Through this workshop, you will get an insider’s […]

Storied North writer’s retreat cancelled

The Storied North Writer’s Retreat is an opportunity for writers to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life so they can focus on writing in a uplifting, edifying environment. Unfortunately, due to low registration, we’ve had to cancel the planned April 2024 event. Postponed might be a better word because we would like to try again later […]

Storied North writer’s retreat open for registration

The Storied North Writer’s Retreat is an opportunity for writers to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life so they can focus on writing in a uplifting, edifying environment. Located at The Hive in Leskard, Ontario (one hour from downtown Toronto), this 3-day event includes writing workshops, one-on-one coaching, writing blocks, and ample down time to rejuvenate in a […]

Agent Jes Trudel has updated her #mswl

Founder of WritingCommunity.ca and literary agent Jes Trudel recently announced via socials that she has finished reading through all the existing queries in her inbox and will soon be re-opening to queries. As a result, she has updated her QueryManager form with the details. While Jes is not officially open to queries yet, the information will help writers plan ahead […]

Book a literary coaching session

You now have the ability to book a one-hour coaching session with literary agent Jes Trudel. The purpose of these coaching sessions is to discuss what you’re working on, get general feedback on the project, and discuss a revision and/or publishing plan moving forward. The cost of the session is $100+hst CAD. You can enjoy a one-on-one coaching session if […]

Storied North writer’s retreat open for pre-registration

WritingCommunity.ca is excited to announce a new Canadian writing retreat coming in spring 2024! The Storied North Writer’s Retreat is an opportunity for writers to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life so they can focus on writing in a uplifting, edifying environment. Located one hour from downtown Toronto, this 3-day event includes writing workshops, one-on-one coaching, […]

New workshop coming to help writers land an agent

If you’ve ever wondered what agents are thinking when they read your query, an upcoming workshop from WritingCommunity.ca’s Founder Jes Trudel (in partnership with Write4Kids.org) will teach you everything you need to know! Join her Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 8pm EST. There will be a Q&A at the end. Register here: writeforkids.lpages.co/agent-secrets/