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What do I have in common with writers like Woolf, Hemingway and Roth? A standing writing desk. I've wanted one for years. Finally I was able to co-design my desk with fellow writer, wood artist and...

Writing the Between a special Montreal event February 22, 2014 All-genre workshop 10am – 5pm   Cost: $90 for 6 hours Register by: February 15, 2014 Contact: Betsy Warland Participants: writers,...

Hello readers and writers of Oscar’s Salon, Oscar’s Salon is one year old! We began in December, 2012. It’s turned out an arduous undertaking yet, a most satisfying publishing experience. You, dear...

I had the great pleasure of being part of a collaborative dinner party with a number of other women authors the other night. Our host, Claudia Casper, asked us each to reflect for a few minutes on...

Join me in Edmonton on November 29 and 30 for two workshops: Trust Each Narrative’s Requirements: During this presentation, we'll discuss several methods of identifying and trusting each narrative’s...

A memoirist is a lifelong student in the ways of memory. He or she is intrigued by their memories, the memories they share with others, and the collective memory that shapes us all. In this...

Congrats to Elise Bayle, who was the lucky winner of our September draw. Elise won a 2-hour manuscript consultation with Betsy. All our betsywarland.com newsletter subscribers were automatically...

Now in its eighth year, Vancouver Manuscript Intensive (VMI) teams you up with an established author who helps you develop your manuscript through one-on-one editorial consultations. Unlike other...