‘Momifesto’ to be performed at From-the -Page-to-the-Stage Event!

November 9, 2015November 10, 2015 Vanessa ShieldsLeave a comment

I'm thrilled to announce that my piece 'Momisfesto' will be performed at 'From the Page to the Stage' event on Tuesday, November 10th, 2015 at 8pm at the Atelier Virginianne (1078 Drouillard Rd. Windsor). This will be the second piece that I've had be a part of this incredibly creative and artistic storytelling event. Tickets… Continue reading ‘Momifesto’ to be performed at From-the -Page-to-the-Stage Event!

ACHF Grant Recipient!

November 4, 2015November 11, 2015 Vanessa Shields1 Comment

I am thrilled to announce that I am the recipient of an Arts, Culture & Heritage Grant from the City of Windsor! I will be receiving a cheque for $1,000.00 to pay myself to start writing book two in the Hangman series! Congratulations to fellow recipients! Check us out at this link here! It's an… Continue reading ACHF Grant Recipient!

Poetry · Writing Life

New Book in 2016!

October 28, 2015February 1, 2016 Vanessa ShieldsLeave a comment

In 2011, my first book, a sassy little, heart-felt memoir called 'Laughing Through A Second Pregnancy' was published by Black Moss Press. In 2013, I was the guest editor for a collection of poetry entitled, 'Whisky Sour City', published by Black Moss Press. In 2014, we launched my first collection of poetry, 'I Am That… Continue reading New Book in 2016!