Editor Laryssa Brooks talks books, words and the joy of editing

December 15, 2016 Vanessa Shields2 Comments

One of the best things about touring and participating in festivals and literary events is the people I meet...and, especially when I'm doing Poetry on Demand, the people I get to write poetry for! I met Editor Laryssa Brooks at a University of Windsor alumni event. Her sweet smile and patient demeanour totally caught my… Continue reading Editor Laryssa Brooks talks books, words and the joy of editing

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Be Honest With Yourself

December 12, 2016 Vanessa Shields2 Comments

It's beautiful how this time of year - the change in weather, and the quick to follow change in heartsong - brings me into myself. Of course, it's also the time of year when I'm supposed to spread the love and be with people maybe more than any other time of year! To celebrate the… Continue reading Be Honest With Yourself

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BOOK TOUR RE-CAP – BOOKAPALOOZA IN WHITBY!

November 26, 2016February 16, 2017 Vanessa Shields2 Comments

BOOK TOUR RE-CAP - WHITBY, ONTARIO - BOOKAPALOOZA - NOVEMBER 19, 2016 Organized by the Writers Community of Durham Region (WCDR), Bookapalooza book fair was held at the Durham College Centre for Food on Saturday, November 19, 2016 from 10am - 3pm. Writers from the Durham region, and some from farther away (like me!) gathered… Continue reading BOOK TOUR RE-CAP – BOOKAPALOOZA IN WHITBY!