textcetera Archive
A limited-run blog series, textcetera explores the writer’s life beyond craft and provides writers with professional development advice on-demand. Get insight on topics such as contract negotiations, book promotions, and social media from published authors and industry insiders. Each post is paired with a WFNS resource, including deeper dives on several topics, available to view or download as PDFs.
Textcetera: Social media for writers
Social media can be a powerful tool for writers, helping you to find new audiences, promote your work, and network with other writers. But it
Textcetera: Learning about literary festivals
When it comes to literary festivals, Nova Scotians are spoiled for choice! From the South Shore to Cape Breton to the Northumberland Strait, these events
Textcetera: Promoting your book with a small press
At smaller presses across the country, it’s not uncommon for authors to play some role in the promotion of their book alongside their publisher, says
Textcetera: Signing your first book deal
For the debut author, receiving your first publishing deal is a cause for celebration. But before you can sign on the dotted line, there may
Textcetera: Pitching to publishers
As the Acquisitions and Development Editor for Fernwood Publishing, Fazeela Jiwa is part of a team that reviews approximately 600 book pitches per year. Of
Textcetera: Making the most of mentorship
Small words of encouragement can make a big difference in a burgeoning writer’s life. For author and journalist Evelyn C. White, one such moment came
Introducing Textcetera
WFNS is always looking for ways to expand the professional development (PD) resources we offer to members and to the general public. We know that
