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Lawrence Hill
Lawrence Hill
Novelist, Essayist, Memoirist
The Writers’ Union is a valuable and indispensable organization that deserves the support of writers across Canada.

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Member Announcement

Mar. 31 2026
Gold Star Virtual Book Launch

Emma McKenna

Please join us for the virtual launch event of Emma McKenna's new poetry collection GOLD STAR Tuesday, April 14, 2026 8PM ESThttps://bit.ly/3N30eI9 to registerFeaturing readings by Emma McKenna, Adèle Barclay, Tea Gerbeza, and Amanda Merpaw, and hosted by Jaclyn Desforges.The event will be…

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