Writer in Residence 2013 - Request for Applications
The Calgary Public Library invites applications for the position of Writer in Residence for the fall of 2013, subject to funding approval. The program is based at Memorial Park Library.
The Writer in Residence acts as a mentor to writers in the community, reviewing manuscripts and providing information and advice about all aspects of writing and publishing. S/he offers encouragement and a critical eye to beginning writers who are seeking to find their own literary voice as well as to those more established writers who desire a professional appraisal of their work. Planned activities include individual consultations, delivery of writing programs and workshops, public readings and an opportunity to work on his/her own projects during the residency.
The program typically runs for three months. The position requires 17.5 hours per week at the library, leaving the remaining time for writing.
Remuneration is dependent on the size of the grant, and in recent years has been between $2500 and $3500 per month.
Applicants must have been published professionally at least once. (Eligible publications include a complete book of fiction, short stories, poetry, drama, children’s literature or non-fiction that is publicly accessible). Candidates must have some teaching experience and feel comfortable critiquing a wide variety of genres in both creative and non-fiction writing. Applicants should have plans to work on a writing project during the residency.
Applications must be in paper form and should include a letter outlining suitability for the position, a resume, writing samples and proposals for public programs to be offered in the library during the residency. See details on how to submit a manuscript for review, or call Memorial Park Library at 403-221-2006.
Applications to be submitted to:
Customer Services Manager,
Memorial Park Library,
1221 2nd Street, SW
Calgary, AB, T2R 0W5
Application deadline: June 30th 2012
About the Writer in Residence Program
Calgary Public Library, with financial assistance from the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, has offered the Writer in Residence program for 25 years. The program is based at Memorial Park Library, which is centrally located and easily accessible. This restored Carnegie library is an inspiring setting that enriches the consultations and programs offered by our guest author. The program is usually offered in the fall.
Calgary Public Library’s writer in residence program has been developed to:
- make free professional advice on writing accessible to local writers
- increase public awareness of the writing and publishing process
- enhance partnerships and foster contacts within the writing community
- support the writing of the current Writer in Residence
Individual consultations
The Writer in Residence acts a mentor to writers in the community, reviewing manuscripts and providing constructive criticism and advice during individual consultations. She offers encouragement and a critical eye to beginning writers who are seeking to find their own literary voice as well as to those more established writers who desire a professional appraisal of their work.
Consultations are available by appointment only. You must have a current Calgary Public Library membership in order to participate in this program.