Hi all.
Time ticks away pretty quick, so do make sure you’re working on those stories and poems.
The WCWFest Writing Contest is open from March 29, 2023 and closes at midnight Pacific (Vancouver, BC) time on June 30, 2023.
The contest has been named one of the Best for 2023 by Reedsy.
Hi Everyone!
Oh, it’s getting so close. The contest is almost open. Make sure you contact Kara at WCWFcontest@gmail.com if you have any questions or concerns.
There’s a lot happening to get ready for the Festival so make sure you subscribe to the newsletter. One went out today so check your email.
Get those stories and poems submitted.
Hello everyone!
The planning and behind the scenes work for Wine Country Writers’ Festival 2023 is well underway.
The 3rd Annual WCWF Writing Contest Opens at noon on March 29 and closes on June 30, 2023
So mark that calendar and get those stories done.
Here are some pix of past winners!
Remember if you were a first place winner in 2022, your registration for this year is waived. Remember to still fill in the registration form when it opens though so we have your name etc. for the badges and such.
Which of course leads right into REGISTRATION.
Can you believe that we’re going into our third year already?
Plan to be with us for
September 22/23/24, 2023 at the Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre. Blocks of rooms have been put aside. Please ask for the Festival Rate.
Plan your weekend. Friday we will start around 3:30, then full day Saturday, and until mid to late afternoon (start and end times will be specified by registration opening. This is just to give you an idea so you can plan.)
Registration will open noon May 31, 2023 with the Early Bird Registration being $189.
At midnight of August 01, 2023, the Registration will increase to $219.
We have many exciting and dynamic presenters coming to share their stories and knowledge with us, and some exciting new programing too.
Make sure you following the Newsletter if you’re not already.
Winners in the contest will all receive an Anthology.
Anthologies will be available for sale after the contest for $18.
Poetry
Honourable Mention: Reaching
by
Kisti Ornellas of Lanesborough, Massachusetts
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Third Place: Little Girl World
by
Madeline Medensky of Kitchener, Ontario
Second Place: A Vernal Vision
by
Daniel Moreschi of West Glamorgan,
South Wales UK
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First Place: The Moment in Which I Love Her
by
Lesley-Anne Evans or Kelowna, B.C.
Nonfiction
Honourable Mention: Paris Attacks
by
Cherie Hanson, Kelowna, B.C.
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Honourable Mention: Roller Magic
by
Ryan Murphy of Staten Island, New York
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Third Place: Tentacles
by
Heather MacDonald of Penticton, B.C.
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Second Place: From Rats to Monks: A Needed Tune-up
by
Rosemary Potter of Hartland, Wisconsin
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First Place: Cabin Seizure
by
Marilyn Kriete of Kelowna, B.C.
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Fiction
Honourable Mention: Birthday Camel
by
Jay Royston of Coldstream, B.C.
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Third Place: Time Capsule
by
Kim Bigelow of Edmond, Oklahoma
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Second Place: Liebert’s Report
by
Brian Davidson of Surrey, B.C.
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First Place: Everything’s got a moral only if you can find it.
by
Kelley Jo Burke of Regina, Saskatchewan
Here are some pix of the contest winners. Centre is owner/operator of Raven’s Oddities the sponsor of the Writing Contest and standing to the right is Kara Antifeau, the WCWF contest coordinator.
(if you have a pic of yourself with your certificate and anthology please send it to us and we’ll post it.)
Brian Davidson (l) second place fiction
Heather MacDonald (l) third place non-fiction
Brian Davidson with his award and anthology.
Marilyn Krete (l) first place non-fiction
We’re still in 2022 and it’s not even Christmas yet, but we wanted to remind you to mark your calendars for September 22, 23, and 24, 2023 in Penticton, British Columbia.
Right now we’re taking applications for those who wish to present at WCWFest.
We are looking for presenters who want to promote the community and connection of those involved in the writing world.
We pride ourselves on our boutique style of Festival and want interactions between presenters and guests to be a natural progression of the experience.
This is a paying gig.
There will be an accommodation allowance and honorarium. Some travel allowances as well. If you have any questions please contact either Faye or Jim at wcwfestival@gmail.com
Complete the form. Due no later than January 15, 2023.
Thank you.
A few days ago I received a message via Instagram from Ryan Murphy who won an Honorable Mention in the WCWFest Writing Contest non fiction.
It was a surprise and his words made a huge impact on me. Read my blog HERE to get the whole story.
I hope you did because it was packed full of information.
You can read a copy HERE. It may be a good idea to subscribe to the newsletter so you don’t miss dates and/or important information.
Make sure you check out the Virtual Book Bar and support of fellow writers.
Books make great gifts.
Faye and Jim.
Hello fellow scribes. We hope this finds you well.
It’s unbelievable to think, but November is almost done.
If you’re thinking about coming to Greece with us in April 2023 please let us know by filling out the registration sheet and making a deposit.
If you have any questions, just drop us a quick note and we’ll get right back to you.
Talk soon.
As the winter months start to close in on us, we’re all tucked in and keeping warm, but April 2023 will come quickly.
That of course is the planned writing retreat to Athens, Greece.
If you’re interested please make sure you register and contact the agent at Banks Travel to make a deposit.
You can take a look at the registration form HERE
If there is insufficient interest then the trip will be cancelled and deposits returned.
Stay warm and stay in touch.
Any questions just drop us an email at wcwfestival@gmail.com
Hi Everyone.
Can you believe it’s almost the end of October? Time flies. I hope you’re all writing up a storm and of course getting ready for NaNo!
I wanted to update you on the Athens, Greece Retreat in case you missed the newsletter.
The retreat is in April 2023 but in order to secure venue price etc. we’ll need to have registration and a $1000can deposit no later than November 30, 2022.
This can be paid in cash or by credit. The contact info is all HERE
If on November 30, there aren’t a minimum of 15 people committed to going, then the coordinators (myself and Jim) will determine if the trip is still possible from a financial standpoint. If not, deposits will be returned and the retreat cancelled.
Don’t delay. If you have any questions please email us at wcwfestival@gmail.com and we’ll answer all your questions OR directly contact the professional booking agent.
The agent will be collecting all the funds and will also be able to book your flight from wherever you need. It is hoped that most flights can be coordinated so that we can all meet at Athens, Greece airport together.
Have a great day!
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