Thanks to your support, CollingWord 2025 was a great success. But it’s not over yet! Join us for THE WORD ON THE BAY on Saturday the 18th of April 2026, a prequel to CollingWord 2026, at the L.E. Shore Library in Thornbury, Ontario.
When: 1000 - 1600 hrs, 18 April 2026
Where: L.E. Shore Library, 173 Bruce St. S, Thornbury, ON
Free Admission! All Writers and Readers Welcome!
The program will feature:
1010 - 1100 hrs: Money Tips for Writers - A panel discussion about the practical financial aspects of writing for publication;
1110 - 1200 hrs: Putting Oompf into your Descriptions - A presentation on how to grab a reader's imagination with vivd, lyrical prose;
1200 - 1300 hrs: Lunch Break - Bring your own lunch and mingle.
1300 - 1345 hrs: Coming Attractions - Upcoming appearances and book releases and a sneak peek at CollingWord 2026;
1345 - 1515 hrs: The Great Flash Fiction Relay Contest - teams of five competing for a valuable prize.
1515 - 1600 hrs: Survey and sign-up forms
For more information, contact Arlene F. Marks ([email protected])