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SUMMARY:Rev Up Your Creative Engines
DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop you will learn how to generate infinite story ideas using prompts and games\, and odds and ends from everyday life. Using your favourite story ideas you will learn the telescopic story creation method\, advancing from a short logline to a blurb\, a synopsis\, an outline\, and finally into a fully developed story. Learn with Christy Jordan-Fenton multi-award winning and bestselling author of FATTY LEGS\, A STRANGER AT HOME\, WHEN I WAS EIGHT\, and NOT MY GIRL. \nIdeal for all ages\, and is suitable for short story\, novel\, and script writers\, as well RPG enthusiasts\, educators\, and anyone who enjoys playing with stories. \n•        Use creative story tools\n•        Layout prompt cards to generate various plot structure options (Using Story Engine)\n•        Collecting inspiration from everyday life\n•        Telescopic Story Method: Logline to blurb to synopsis to outline to developed story stage can learn\, experiment\, and build community. \nPlease register for the event here.  \nAbout the presenter: \nChristy Jordan-Fenton is the author of four award-winning and bestselling books about her Inuvialuk mother (in-law) Margaret Olemaun Pokiak-Fenton and her time attending a high Arctic Residential School in the high Arctic during the 1940s: FATTY LEGS\, A STRANGER AT HOME\, WHEN I WAS EIGHT\, and NOT MY GIRL. \nChristy’s poetry\, short stories\, and creative nonfiction have appeared in literary magazines and anthologies since she was 17. Some of these publications include Water~Stone Review\, Quills\, Prairie Fire\, Jones Ave\, and on the Best of American Poetry Blog. She was recently shortlisted for the Manitoba Writers’ Guild short fiction contest. \nAs a professional touring storyteller\, Christy facilitates creative writing and storytelling workshops to more than one hundred K-12 and adult audiences a year.  She lives in Fort St John\, BC\, the territory of the Dane-zaa.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/rev-up-your-creative-engines/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Presentation,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T163000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T023437Z
UID:927-1784386800-1784392200@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:River Running Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Come join Loch Baillie at his first book launch in Northern BC! Raw and confessional\, “River Running” dives gracefully into the intangible concepts of home\, be it person or place. Featuring reading from Baillie and local authors Gillian Wigmore\, Raegan Cote\, and Kiara Mills. Books will be available for purchase at this event. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/river-running-book-launch
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/river-running-book-launch/
LOCATION:Prince George Public Library\, Bob Harkins Branch (Downtown)
CATEGORIES:Book Launch,July 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T151500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T173000
DTSTAMP:20260620T035939Z
CREATED:20260620T035939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T035939Z
UID:1081-1784387700-1784395800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: General
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a relaxed writing salon. For all writers — bring whatever you have! We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft. \nAll experience levels are welcome.\nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other writers. \nThis is a pay-what-you-can event. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-general-2/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T200000
DTSTAMP:20260608T221256Z
CREATED:20260608T221256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T221256Z
UID:949-1784397600-1784404800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Bringing Characters To Life: How To Make Compelling Player Characters For D&D And Other TTRPGs
DESCRIPTION:It’s easy to make a D&D character. Pick a name\, roll some stats\, choose a personality trait or two\, and give them a funny voice. While there’s nothing wrong with this simple approach\, it often leads to characters feeling flat. This workshop is for anyone who wants to take their D&D characters to the next level. Compelling characters feel real. They have depth. They grow as the story unfolds and the world changes them. If you look past the magical powers and vibrant skin colours\, they can feel like real people.\nIn Bringing Characters To Life\, you’ll be guided through making your own compelling character by a D&D veteran. You’ll be shown the ways how making and playing a D&D character is different from writing a story on your own\, and the character you create will reflect that. Once you’ve made your character\, they’ll be thrust into a party of other such characters\, wherein you’ll find how well they all get along\, work together\, and change each other. \nThis panel is led by Ryan Van Aalst\, long time D&D player and Dungeon Master. He started playing in high school with some online friends and has been enjoying the hobby ever since. He is an avid believer in the power of putting his characters\, and his players\, in torturous and heart-wrenching situations for the sake of character growth and good storytelling. With more than a decade of DM-ing experience under his belt\, Ryan looks forward to sharing his knowledge and passion for tabletop roleplaying with all who attend.  \nTo attend this event\, please register here.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/bringing-characters-to-life-how-to-make-compelling-player-characters-for-dd-and-other-ttrpgs/
LOCATION:Game Quest\, 1663 Nicholson Street South\, Prince George\, British Columbia / Colombie-Britannique\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T042637Z
CREATED:20260620T042315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T042637Z
UID:1093-1784397600-1784408400@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: After Dark
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a writing salon for writers of spice\, adult fiction\, and more. Close doors or wide open\, this salon is for all adult genres — bring whatever you have! We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft. \nThis is a 19+ event.  \nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other writers. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-after-dark/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260722T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T034844Z
CREATED:20260616T034844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T034844Z
UID:1010-1784745000-1784754000@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Revising\, Editing\, and Proofreading Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Do you take good grammar for granite granted? Do you think their there isn’t anything you can do about it? Think again. Learn to rely on your own skills to edit and proofread your work with confidence. In this hands-on workshop\, you will learn the difference between the processes of revising\, editing\, and proofreading\, when to do which\, and some effective techniques for improving your own work.\nAfter completing this workshop\, you will be able to:\n• Differentiate between revising\, editing\, and proofreading and explain the purpose of each stage of the writing process\n• Apply revision strategies to strengthen ideas\, structure\, and flow in writing\n• Recognize and correct common grammar\, spelling\, and punctuation errors\n• Use proofreading techniques to identify small errors that can significantly change meaning\n• Develop a personal editing/proofreading process for future work\nParticipants should bring notebook\, pen\, and some of their own writing \nPlease register for the event here.  \nAbout the presenter: \nDeb Nielsen holds an MA (English) from the University of Northern British Columbia and an MLIS from San Jose State University. She has taught professional writing at the College of New Caledonia since 2016. Long time resident of Prince George. She believes that with practice and skill-building everyone can become a good writer.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/introduction-to-revising-editing-and-proofreading-workshop/
LOCATION:UNBC\, Room 5-140E (Learning Commons) 3333 University Way\, Prince George\, BC\, V2N4Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260627T033053Z
CREATED:20260618T011332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T033053Z
UID:1024-1784829600-1784836800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Intro to Northern BC Writing
DESCRIPTION:Intro to Northern BC Writing is for writers at any stage who are curious about the craft and the Northern BC region’s stories. Hosted by Rob Budde. \nPlease register for the event here.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/intro-to-northern-bc-writing/
LOCATION:Omineca\, 369 Victoria St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2J6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Presentation,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T054424Z
CREATED:20260611T054424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T054424Z
UID:978-1784916000-1784923200@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Ghost Story Writing
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever had something odd happen to you that you just could not explain? Ian has been telling ghost stories professionally for over 15 years and writing them down professionally for ten. Come gather with others who are interested in the paranormal and learn how to tell a great ghost story. What are the elements? What is essential? What makes a fantastic story? Let’s learn together as we share\, react and walk away with a deeper understanding of story telling in general and perhaps a small amount of the paranormal. \nHosted upstairs at Great White Games. \nPlease register for the event here.  \nAbout the presenter: \nBorn in the UK and emigrating to Canada with his family when he was young\, Ian carries with him the celtic gifts of his heritage. Always fascinated by story telling\, social history\,  ghosts and hauntings\, Ian found himself more and more assisting friends with their ghost problems and learning much more than simply stories along the way.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/ghost-story-writing/
LOCATION:Great White Games (Upstairs Room)\, 795 Central St W\, Prince George\, BC\, V2M 3C6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260620T041606Z
CREATED:20260620T041517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T041606Z
UID:1090-1784971800-1784980800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: Romance
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a relaxed romance salon. We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft across romantasy\, paranormal romance\, contemporary romance\, and everything else! \nAll experience levels are welcome.\nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other writers. \nThis is a pay-what-you-can event. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-romance/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260618T012154Z
CREATED:20260618T012154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T012154Z
UID:1027-1784973600-1784980800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Finding Your Poem (or Story)
DESCRIPTION:When do you know you’ve found your poem or story? When you sift through your rough drafts\, when does your piece start and when does it end? This workshop will explore the writing that isn’t your poem or story\, and help you to identify what to trim away to reveal the gem inside. Participants will be given the opportunity to generate new material and\, if they choose\, tackle a work in progress.  \nPlease register for the event here.  \nAbout the presenter: \nAl Rempel’s books of poetry are Sprocket\, Undiscovered Country\, This Isn’t the Apocalypse We Hoped For\, and Understories\, along with a handful of chapbooks. His poems have also appeared in various videopoems\, journals\, and anthologies. Some of his videopoem collaborations have been screened internationally and his poems have been translated into Italian and Spanish. Rempel writes book reviews and leads poetry workshops centred on craft. He can be found at alrempel.com.
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/finding-your-poem-or-story/
LOCATION:UNBC\, Room 5-140E (Learning Commons) 3333 University Way\, Prince George\, BC\, V2N4Z9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Presentation,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T055439Z
CREATED:20260611T055439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T055439Z
UID:982-1784980800-1784988000@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:So\, You Wanna Be a Poet
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will focus on freewriting (the fun part) using “prompts” to get the creative juices flowing\, followed by a framework for editing (the tear your hair out part) to reframe and fine tune your first drafts into something that can be submitted for publication with Confidence. \nWhat to bring: pens (two because it’s embarrassing when your pen runs out of ink in the middle of a workshop) a pencil (for editing) and paper I used to provide this but\, have you priced out legal pads lately?)\, your own coffee mug (full)\, *Optional* Bring some original work you may want to edit. (something you think has potential but isn’t there yet) \nWhat you will get out of it: \n1: A chance to work with a collaborative group of other writers\, supporting each other in developing your craft (as opposed to it being just you\, your laptop and a bag of chips. You know who you are!) \n2: Some interesting insight into finding inspiration and a usable creative process to generate rough drafts of poetic work. (prompts\, such as\, “Write something you would never want your mom to read”) \n3: Editing tips and techniques How to workshop a poem with others. How to comment on the poetry of others in ways that are useful\, respectful and help you to improve your own work. (Do NOT say “This poem sucks”\, unless it is a poem about a vacuum cleaner) \nPlease register for this workshop here.  \nHosted at the Connections Wellness Centre. \nAbout the presenter: \nAndrew J Burton MS Ed(FA) is an award-winning writer\, theatre artist and poet with many years of experience in a range of writing practices. His work has appeared in The St Vital Lance\, The Minstrel\, Dateline Arts\, Manitoba Theatre Centre\, CaNon magazine\, Ellery Queen\, Biker magazine\, Parent Connection\, Dreamland\, Thimbleberry\, on CBC radio and other venues. Andrew Is a current member of the Simon Fraser University Writer’s Studio\, (poetry cohort)
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/so-you-wanna-be-a-poet/
LOCATION:Connections Wellness Centre at CMHA\, 2816 Norwood\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 1Y6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T143000
DTSTAMP:20260620T041115Z
CREATED:20260620T040220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T041115Z
UID:1084-1784982600-1784989800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: General
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a relaxed writing salon. For all writers — bring whatever you have! We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft. \nAll experience levels are welcome.\nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other writers. \nThis is a pay-what-you-can event. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-general-3/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T170000
DTSTAMP:20260620T041352Z
CREATED:20260620T041322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T041352Z
UID:1087-1784991600-1784998800@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a relaxed poetry salon. For all poets — bring whatever you have! We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft. \nAll experience levels are welcome.\nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other poets. \nThis is a pay-what-you-can event. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-poetry/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260725T210000
DTSTAMP:20260620T042829Z
CREATED:20260620T042821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260620T042829Z
UID:1096-1785002400-1785013200@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Writing Salon: Horror\, Mystery\, Thriller\, and More!
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow Northern BC writers for a writing salon for writers of all things scary\, strange\, or mysterious. Cozy mysteries to eldritch horrors — bring whatever you have! We’ll share work\, trade feedback\, and talk craft. \nThis is a 19+ event. \nThis gathering supports our mission to build a strong\, connected literary community in Northern BC. Bring a piece you’re working on\, and connect with other writers. \nPlease register for the event here. 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/writing-salon-horror-mystery-thriller-and-more/
LOCATION:Livewell\, 770 Brunswick St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 2C2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:July 2026,Writer Salon
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T023430Z
CREATED:20260606T223622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260607T023430Z
UID:916-1785261600-1785267000@nbcwritersfest.ca
SUMMARY:Pulp Mill Fiction Vol. 5 & We Make The Village Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:This event supports the Northern BC Writers Association’s mission to foster a vibrant literary community in our region. Register below to reserve your spot\, help us plan the evening\, and stay informed about future workshops\, festivals\, and community readings. \nhttps://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/pulp-mill-fiction-vol-5-and-we-make-the-village-book-launch 
URL:https://nbcwritersfest.ca/event/pulp-mill-fiction-vol-5-we-make-the-village-book-launch/
LOCATION:Prince George Public Library\, Bob Harkins Branch (Downtown)
CATEGORIES:Book Launch,July 2026
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