February 25, 2011 — Snow, rain and strong winds. Another storm system takes aim at Atlantic Canada starting Friday. So, here in Halifax we're likely to see lots of wet stuff coming down. I'm thinking there's two options here: 1. Hole up inside and put pen to paper! Get going on that Great Canadian novel you've been meaning to write; or 2. Grab your most colourful umbrella & rainboots and head downtown. On Friday night check out Brenna MacNeil's book launch & Photography Exhibit. See details on the poster below: I know I've been plugging those free concerts at Grand Parade during the Canada Games, but this Saturday the Games have some indoor artistic fare: 3. National Artist Gala Where: Saturday at Citadel High School, 1855 Trollope Street; Times: 2:30 & 7 p.m. Phone: 451-1221 Price: $16/20 Three artists from each province have been chosen to participate in this program and will showcase their talents. On a final note, I'd like to thank all the writers from CreateSpace who filled my box with messages since yesterday. It's sad, it's true - I did not make the cut in the competition for that golden carrot (the prize included a substantial advance & a publishing contract with Penguin). It really warms the heart though - in the literary world - people who compete with you for a prize actually support one another!! Note - I'm not using their real names, but their 'handles': From Xudro this morning: "I liked your story and found it unfair that you didn't advance to the second round..." I also asked questions about the excerpt like who they felt it would appeal to: From SeaCure: "I think your story would appeal to a broad readership - readers who like, history, intrigue, art, mystery, travel, culture, etc." From Craela: "History Buffs, period piece lovers, for sure, would appreciate this piece, but I think a wide variety would too. It's very well written with a hook that certainly captivated me, and I'm not much of a history buff. I have to say well done!" Craela also added about what she liked best in the excerpt: "I think what I liked best was the way everything segued together; nothing confused me at all, I knew it was all related. I want to know more now!" In closing, my heartfelt congrats to those that did advance & I'll be cheering you on!! Have a great weekend all! TartanFrog
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