Winnipeg Public Library invites applications for the position of Writer-in-Residence for 2020-2021

Released: June 17, 2020 at 10:02 a.m.

Winnipeg, MB – Winnipeg Public Library is seeking applications for the 2020-2021 edition of its Writer-in-Residence program.

During their term, the Writer-in-Residence offers mentorship and public workshops to emerging Manitoba writers of all genres. The successful candidate works one-on-one with writers by email, online conferencing, phone or in person (when possible). In addition, the Writer-in-Residence hosts workshops and online programming to share their expertise on topics such as writing for specific genres or getting published. The residency also includes time to work on a personal writing project.

The Writer-in-Residence term runs October 1, 2020 until April 30, 2021. Applications are due on Wednesday, July 8, 2020.

This program has helped guide hundreds of new and emerging writers since it began in 1985. This upcoming term will be the Library’s thirty-first Writer-in-Residence.

For full details on the position and information on how to apply, visit: winnipeg.ca/library.

The Writer-in-Residence position is funded by the City of Winnipeg, the Winnipeg Public Library Board, the Friends of the Winnipeg Public Library, and Manitoba Sport, Culture and Heritage.

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