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A guide to grants and the new Canada Council Portal open-book.ca/Columnists/G...
Grant Writing 101: The New Canada Council Portal
The Canada Council for the Arts has a new portal and truth be told, it’s going to take us all a while to get used to it, but I’ve gathered up all ...
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November 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
A guide to grants and the new Canada Council Portal open-book.ca/Columnists/G...
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Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
October 30, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Amazon is helping fund a $300 million build of a ballroom for the White House.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
Independent bookstores are donating to food banks and organizations that help with food insecurity.
They are not the same.
I love this not only for the praise of editors, but also for the look at how the feedback is incorporated into the art! Very cool!
It turns out that sometimes we need a professional to remind us what time of day it is…
Graphic novelling is a team sport, and the vital role of Editor mustn’t be overlooked
Graphic novelling is a team sport, and the vital role of Editor mustn’t be overlooked
October 23, 2025 at 3:05 PM
I love this not only for the praise of editors, but also for the look at how the feedback is incorporated into the art! Very cool!
A silly thing about editing spicy scenes is that sometimes you just gotta ask "what happened to their underwear?" #AmEditing
October 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A silly thing about editing spicy scenes is that sometimes you just gotta ask "what happened to their underwear?" #AmEditing
On my desk these days: comics, fantasy, and promotional materials. And all of of these are for repeat clients or folks I've worked with before, which is pretty cool!
October 20, 2025 at 11:45 PM
On my desk these days: comics, fantasy, and promotional materials. And all of of these are for repeat clients or folks I've worked with before, which is pretty cool!
Was discussing efficiency and how helpful it is to master Microsoft Word search tools with a fellow editor recently, which reminded me I have a blog post on the topic shelfpotential.com/2025/04/11/h...
How To Find Anything In Microsoft Word
Save yourself time scrolling through your manuscript by learning how to use Advanced Find, wildcard search, and ASCII codes.
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October 8, 2025 at 3:24 PM
Was discussing efficiency and how helpful it is to master Microsoft Word search tools with a fellow editor recently, which reminded me I have a blog post on the topic shelfpotential.com/2025/04/11/h...
I had a great time at the Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival last weekend, and it's given me a lot of ideas for blog/social content. Hoping to have time to get that together to share soon! But first, I have some copy editing to do✒️
September 19, 2025 at 5:21 PM
I had a great time at the Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival last weekend, and it's given me a lot of ideas for blog/social content. Hoping to have time to get that together to share soon! But first, I have some copy editing to do✒️
Anyone have questions about finishing and revising first drafts? I'm presenting on the subject next weekend and would love to address writer's questions
a cartoon drawing of snoopy sitting at a desk writing on a piece of paper
Alt: a cartoon drawing of snoopy sitting at a desk writing on a piece of paper
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September 5, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Anyone have questions about finishing and revising first drafts? I'm presenting on the subject next weekend and would love to address writer's questions
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SEPTEMBER CARTOON: ivacheung.com/2025/09/witc...
Witch hunt - Iva Cheung
Bonus panel!
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September 1, 2025 at 3:08 PM
SEPTEMBER CARTOON: ivacheung.com/2025/09/witc...
While so many in the small press world are amazing and dedicated, it's still really important to do your research and understand the publishing process before signing a contract. These kinds of stories show why
www.morgansloan-author.com/post/lessons...
www.morgansloan-author.com/post/lessons...
Lessons I Learned As A Failed Debut Author
I'd like to start by saying that the bookish community scares me. It doesn't take much for one post, one word, or one misunderstood comment to spiral out of control. I've been watching this circle onl...
www.morgansloan-author.com
September 3, 2025 at 1:41 PM
While so many in the small press world are amazing and dedicated, it's still really important to do your research and understand the publishing process before signing a contract. These kinds of stories show why
www.morgansloan-author.com/post/lessons...
www.morgansloan-author.com/post/lessons...
Bonding with clients over shared Microsoft grievances
a cartoon of spongebob and patrick looking at a computer with the watermark 2000ish
Alt: a cartoon of spongebob and patrick looking at a computer and shaking it angrily
media.tenor.com
August 27, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Bonding with clients over shared Microsoft grievances
Just got an email saying my session is full! I'm so excited to connect with writers. If you missed out on registration, reach out to the festival to get put on the waitlist!
Come on out to the Eastern Ontario Writers Festival next month! I'll be discussing scrappy first drafts, revision, and working with an editor
August 22, 2025 at 2:24 PM
Just got an email saying my session is full! I'm so excited to connect with writers. If you missed out on registration, reach out to the festival to get put on the waitlist!
Come on out to the Eastern Ontario Writers Festival next month! I'll be discussing scrappy first drafts, revision, and working with an editor
August 18, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Come on out to the Eastern Ontario Writers Festival next month! I'll be discussing scrappy first drafts, revision, and working with an editor
I usually stick to copy editing, but occasionally a manuscript can benefit from a bit more feedback. And this author is so lovely to work with, I don't mind including some suggestions for flow, coherence, and style #AmEditing
August 14, 2025 at 4:35 PM
I usually stick to copy editing, but occasionally a manuscript can benefit from a bit more feedback. And this author is so lovely to work with, I don't mind including some suggestions for flow, coherence, and style #AmEditing
I have a gap in my schedule that'd be perfect for a manuscript evaluation, so here's a non-exhaustive list of things I'd be interested in:
- character driven narratives
- soft sci-fi
- dual POVs
- monsters
- summery vibes
- stories with short timelines
- character driven narratives
- soft sci-fi
- dual POVs
- monsters
- summery vibes
- stories with short timelines
a penguin sits on top of a stack of books reading a book
Alt: a penguin sits on top of a stack of books reading a book
media.tenor.com
August 13, 2025 at 6:53 PM
I have a gap in my schedule that'd be perfect for a manuscript evaluation, so here's a non-exhaustive list of things I'd be interested in:
- character driven narratives
- soft sci-fi
- dual POVs
- monsters
- summery vibes
- stories with short timelines
- character driven narratives
- soft sci-fi
- dual POVs
- monsters
- summery vibes
- stories with short timelines
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Canadian writers, there are now a couple of AI class actions for Canadian authors. Please check out both links below.
If you have found your books in the Books3 or LibGen DBs, you are likely to be included in the class(es).
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
If you have found your books in the Books3 or LibGen DBs, you are likely to be included in the class(es).
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
Meta AI Copyright - CFM Lawyers
www.cfmlawyers.ca
August 12, 2025 at 12:40 AM
Canadian writers, there are now a couple of AI class actions for Canadian authors. Please check out both links below.
If you have found your books in the Books3 or LibGen DBs, you are likely to be included in the class(es).
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
If you have found your books in the Books3 or LibGen DBs, you are likely to be included in the class(es).
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action...
Recent newsletter tells me there's just a few weeks left to access the 2024-2025 Fold Academy sessions
thefoldcanada.org/webinars-act...
thefoldcanada.org/webinars-act...
Webinars & Activities Archive - The FOLD
thefoldcanada.org
July 19, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Recent newsletter tells me there's just a few weeks left to access the 2024-2025 Fold Academy sessions
thefoldcanada.org/webinars-act...
thefoldcanada.org/webinars-act...
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Reminder that it is still possible to purchase 365 without Copilot, at least for the time being.
Schools that subscribe to it should also insist on the same arrangement before renewing.
Schools that subscribe to it should also insist on the same arrangement before renewing.
Fascinating. Microsoft emailed me to say it was raising the price of Microsoft 365, but when i went to cancel it offered me me the old price — without all the AI bullshit.
It’s forcing AI on everyone and making them pay more for it, then only telling them they don’t have to if they try to cancel.
It’s forcing AI on everyone and making them pay more for it, then only telling them they don’t have to if they try to cancel.
July 19, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Reminder that it is still possible to purchase 365 without Copilot, at least for the time being.
Schools that subscribe to it should also insist on the same arrangement before renewing.
Schools that subscribe to it should also insist on the same arrangement before renewing.
Snuck in a walk before the heat/thunder gets too bad and made coffee. Now it's time to get into #editing. Today, I'm working on a fantasy novel, which means I'll be contemplating the qualities and capabilities of spirits, demons, and other beings to make sure terminology stays consistent
a cat wearing glasses and a bow tie is sitting on a laptop
Alt: a cat wearing glasses and a bow tie is sitting on a laptop
media.tenor.com
July 17, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Snuck in a walk before the heat/thunder gets too bad and made coffee. Now it's time to get into #editing. Today, I'm working on a fantasy novel, which means I'll be contemplating the qualities and capabilities of spirits, demons, and other beings to make sure terminology stays consistent
Exciting Augur news! SFF writers take note!
Putting on my Publisher hat, I have an announcement:
Augur Press will be open to submissions of Novellas & Novelettes from both agented and unagented writers starting THIS WEEK!
It’s not open yet. But while we wait…
AMA about publishing with this fledgling small press.
Augur Press will be open to submissions of Novellas & Novelettes from both agented and unagented writers starting THIS WEEK!
It’s not open yet. But while we wait…
AMA about publishing with this fledgling small press.
July 3, 2025 at 10:54 AM
Exciting Augur news! SFF writers take note!
I'll be presenting at the Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival in September! Registration is open: www.eventbrite.ca/e/eastern-on...
Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival (2025) - WORKSHOPS
The Eastern Ontario Writers’ Festival brings writers (unpublished or published) together to learn, share and grow.
www.eventbrite.ca
June 20, 2025 at 6:10 PM
I'll be presenting at the Eastern Ontario Writers' Festival in September! Registration is open: www.eventbrite.ca/e/eastern-on...
Spent all day working reviewing second drafts of comic scripts, and I'm so pumped to get these into artists' hands soon! #ComicEditing
May 19, 2025 at 11:31 PM
Spent all day working reviewing second drafts of comic scripts, and I'm so pumped to get these into artists' hands soon! #ComicEditing
Finished a manuscript evaluation last week! This story had spirits, magic, demons, and some quirky worldbuilding, so it was super fun to read 📖
May 5, 2025 at 11:03 PM
Finished a manuscript evaluation last week! This story had spirits, magic, demons, and some quirky worldbuilding, so it was super fun to read 📖