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Canadian Authors Presents Make ‘Em Laugh! Humour Writing Webinar with Terry Fallis

7:00 pm ET TONIGHT!

Can’t attend live? Registrants will be sent a recording of this Zoom event afterwards, but you must register at: https://ow.ly/BKY350Twnix

We look forward to laughing with you!

Make 'Em Laugh! Humour Writing Webinar with Terry Fallis Award-winning novelist, Terry Fallis, will lead a webinar on humour writing covering a range of topics, including why humour writing is hard, how to transfer humour to the page, humour writing techniques, accepting that not every reader will

I'm presenting a webinar on humour writing for the Canadian Authors Association (CAA National and Toronto) on Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. Why not register and join us? To register: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/the-canadian-authors-association/events/make-em-laugh-humour-writing-webinar-with-terry-fallis/

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We advocate tirelessly for writers' rights and support the Canadian identity in literature, both in Canada and abroad. Our members make that possible!
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We're excited to be launching a brand new series of events, programs and retreats to connect you with writers across the country!
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Writing is a solitary job, but you don't have to go through the journey alone! Our workshops and social community platform create bonds between authors from coast to coast.
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With our genre-specific writers' circles, courses, webinars, & workshops, you get support of authors across Canada on improving your craft!
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Writing is entering a brave new world of thriving alternative styles, AI, and unmatched competition. How does an author navigate through and get noticed in today's spaces? Join now at https://ow.ly/juzB50SY3oH

The Canadian Authors Association connects authors across the country! Join today @ canadianauthors.org/national/join-renew for exciting webinars, promos, and community support. Your membership helps support Canadian writers—let's grow together!

What are you reading this weekend?

Let us know in the comments!

Check out our list of contests and competitions with deadlines coming up in April!

These contests and competitions include poetry, short stories, essays, and more!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/links/awards-competitions/awards-competitions-april-deadlines/

Are you ready to submit your work to publishers?

Check out our list of Canadian book publishers and publisher associations!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/canadian-book-publishers/

Looking to protect yourself and your work?

Check out our Legal Clinics for Artists and Creators page for a list of professional clinics well-versed in legal education, copyright, and more!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/legal-clinics-for-artists/

Check out our member book catalogue to see some of the fantastic books written by our members!

You can browse the catalogue at the link below!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/catalogue-of-member-books/

Happy St Patrick's Day from the CAA. Celebrate today with a short story.

Who, or what, are some of your biggest influences when it comes to your writing?

Want to be a part of an incredible community of writers across Canada?

Consider becoming a CAA member today!

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Today is National Proofreading Day. Remember to thank all of those who have proofread your work in the past.

Check out our member directory to find a variety of incredibly talented poets, journalists, freelance writers, reviewers, and more!

Our members possess a multitude of skill sets and write across a variety of genres and styles.

https://canadianauthors.org/national/member-directory/

Celebrate National Grammar Day today by reading, writing, or learning a new grammar rule!

Are you an aspiring writer taking your first steps into the business of writing?

Check out our FAQ page for the answers to questions regarding publishing, agents, IISBN, and more!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/faq/

As writers, we can be a force for good.

Those of us who are not BIPOC can listen to, learn from, and support those who are while advocating for change and standing with those calling for justice!

Visit our Anti-Racism Resources page for resources we've gathered from various sources. This list is an evolving project and is by no means exhaustive. We’d love your suggestions for additional resources to fill the gaps.

https://canadianauthors.org/national/anti-racism-resources/

Check out our list of contests and competitions with deadlines coming up in March!

These contests and competitions include poetry, short stories, essays, and more!

https://canadianauthors.org/national/links/awards-competitions/awards-competitions-march-deadlines/