Announcing My 35th Novel: Chatterton: A Self of My Own
John PassfieldPOSTED: Apr 30, 2026
New Publication
I’m pleased to share the publication of my 35th novel, Chatterton: A Self of My Own.This work revisits the figure of Thomas Chatterton, imagining a seventeen-year-old who creates a second self—one… More
The Women of Ravensbrück is a powerful historical novel set in the only Nazi concentration camp built exclusively for women. Publishing April 30, 2026 (ebook worldwide; UK paperback, North America in… More
Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with this free event: East Meets West: Explore Haiku with Anna Yin, write for Mother’s Day & for Mother Earth Gain an understanding of cultural differences… More
In a realm where magic collides with technology, Reg’s destiny unfolds in flames.Dive into danger with Reg Rawlins as she races against time to help her adopted dragon, Ember. With Ember spiraling out… More
Registration is now open for my summer mentorship session, running May to August. Sign up for fiction mentorships, developmental edits or manuscript evaluations. And yes, I work with memoir writers!… More
Regina Public Library 2026-2027 Writer in Residence
Regina Public Library | POSTED: Apr 23, 2026Employment or Volunteer Opportunity
Regina Public Library invites applications from accomplished Canadian writers for the position of Writer in Residence. The Writer in Residence will devote their time to working with Regina Public… More
Books by Canadians made up 14% of print book sales in Canada in 2025 — up from 12% in 2024. Canadian-owned publishers made up 6.2% of the total market share of books sold in Canada in 2025, up from… More
Planet Earth Poetry reading featuring Rob McLennan, Anna Yin and Phoebe Wang
Anna Yin | POSTED: Apr 17, 2026Literary Reading or Event
PLANET EARTH POETRY is a 30-year-old weekly reading series celebrating poets and poetry. Our season runs from September—June (with a break in December) featuring local poets and poets from across… More
EAWLC Dialogue | Borderless: Richard Greene and Anna Yin on Cannibal Rats
Anna YinPOSTED: Apr 17, 2026
Literary Reading or Event
Come to join two poets for an intriguing evening exploring poetry, translation, human condition and life experience intertwined in between, and contribute your own perspective and interpretation!Time:… More
In this candid and moving collection, Emma McKenna explores the multifaceted themes of bodily autonomy, capturing the empowerment of queer femme identity.Drawn from the experience of growing up in… More
