I’m reposting this from Canadian Creative Writers and Writing Programs. It seems like a good opportunity for community-building, and I may send them something about my essay workshop this fall. Perhaps you have something to share too:
After a successful conference in Toronto this past spring, CCWWP (Canadian Creative Writers and Writing Programs) needs your help to continue a national conversation about teaching—and learning about—creative writing in Canada. CCWWP is looking for contributors to a revamped blog covering a wide range of topics relating to creative writing and education. We’ll consider pitches from all fronts: full-time, part-time, casual, former and current creative writing teachers, present or former creative writing students, and writers who simply have an interest in how writing is taught and learned.
This blog won’t espouse an official organizational view—we are looking for diverse views and experiences that will provoke discussion. Some ideas for topics:
– interviews with writers about their teaching practice or learning process
– book reviews (related to teaching in the field)
– examples of student successes
– reflections by students on learning process
– teaching innovations
– successful lessons or exercises
– mentorship stories
– stories of teachable moments
– relationships between writers and the academy
– recurring “column” on a specific theme
Please do NOT propose posts that are largely about promoting your own work.
Send a brief blog post pitch to blogposts@ccwwp.ca. Make sure to include your bio, a projected completion date, and whether or not the post is time-sensitive. Blog posts come in all shapes and sizes—but start short by thinking in the ballpark of 300 words.
[Photo: Reading a Book on Bloor by Daily Grind Photography]