Writers Federation of NB

The first of WFNB's fall/winter online workshop series takes place Nov 5, led by NB thriller and mystery writer, Chuck Bowie. $25 for WFNB members, and $40 for nonmembers. Register here: wfnb.ca/event-6810994

There's still lots of room, if you'd like to join us for Jon Claytor's "Drawing for Writers." Next is Chuck Bowie's online workshop on research November 5, and then in-person events with Francis-Adrien Morneau Nov 20, Luke Francis Beirne Nov 27! Register: wfnb.ca

The WFNB was pleased to run the registration table for this weekend's Writers of the Realm Literary Festival in Fredericton. Lots of visitors - lotsa bags of books! #IReadLocal #NewBrunswickLit #BuyLocalNB #ReadNB #MyNBBooks #CanLit See less

On Thursday, September 25th The Fiddlehead will be hosting a virtual launch and they invite you to join in! Facebook: facebook.com/share/1C8LuAxCz… Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/fiddlehd.bs…

Long-time WFNB member, Susan White is hosting a virtual reading August 27! susanwhite.xyz/

Buy a NB Book Day is set for September 19, which coincides with the Writers of the Realm Lit Festival and Fantasy Ball at the Fredericton Inn. Make sure you buy a NB book at this event, or visit your local bookstore! #MonLivreNB #JeLisLocal #MyNBBooks #IReadLocal

We are so happy for Trent Pomeroy, whose manuscript, "Education of a Rabbit Thief," won second prize in the Pottersfield Prize for creative nonfiction, and will be published by Pottersfield Press in the coming year. facebook.com/photo?fbid=1609…

The launch for WFNB member Paul Burn's youth fantasy The Druid and the Dragon (a great fantasy adventure for youthful readers) will be at the Riverview Public Library on Sept 12, 2 - 4pm. Coffee, cake, and readings. All are welcome.

Just a few days from the NB Book Awards.

We are still waiting for one last judge to return results - BUT we hope to make the announcement on the winners of the NB Writing Competition before the end of the week. And we hope winners will be able to attend the literary soiree on May 29 in Saint John.

This year's NB Book Award Legacy Award honoree is Nancy Bauer: writer, editor, publisher, arts journalist and reviewer, arts org. founder and supporter. Nancy will attend the NB Book Awards ceremony May 30 at Lily Lake Pavilion. More here: wfnb.ca/NBBA

Did you check out yesterday's WordCraft Wednesday episode entitled Indie/DIY Publishing with Joe Mahoney? You can listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/3qq…... Is independent or DIY publishing are the best fit for your work?

The Fiddlehead launches The Fiddlehead Issue 307 (Spring 2026) with a special virtual event on June 13th at 7:00 PM AST! To attend, email thefiddlehead@gmail.com with your name to receive the Zoom link. The event is free and open to all, with ASL interpretation.

A free two-hour workshop with award-winning author and writing coach Nicole Breit. StoryWork is a creative practice designed to be gentle on your nervous system while helping you access the stories that matter most. revolutionstorylab.com/story…

WordCraft podcast was nominated for the 2026 People's Choice Awards with Excellence NB and we need your vote! Voting is once per day until June 8. If you believe in what we do we'd love your support: excellencenb.ca/pages/people… #PeoplesChoiceAwards2026 #ExcellenceNB #VoteLocal

WordCraft Wednesday is back with a Season 2 episode featuring Maria Vicente, an agent with PS Literary, who lives and works in Saint John. Check out all our great WordCraft episodes on Spotify, and subscribe, so you don't miss an episode! open.spotify.com/episode/5CC…

WordCraft Wednesdays are back with the second half our Season 2 podcast! Today's episode features Brian Henry, writer, editor and teacher. open.spotify.com/episode/1Hm…

WFNB member Valerie LeBlanc will host an artist talk/residency presentation and book launch on April 19 at Salle Marie-Léonie in Memramcook. boutique.basicbruegel.ca/...…

The NotaBle Acts Theatre Company is seeking submissions for its 25th annual provincewide playwriting competition. nbacts.com. Questions about the contest can be directed to lfalken@unb.ca or (506) 458-7406. The contest deadline is May 1st, 2026.

The shortlisted titles for the 2026 NB Book Awards is finally announced. Congratulations to all the authors who submitted in 2025, and congratulations to the shortlisted authors. wfnb.ca/NBBA