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2020: a year for escape

… 2020: a year for escape Blog Body Use of fiction eBooks increased by 30 per cent in 2020. … , and Barack Obama’s A Promised Land .” Saskatchewan authors Closer to home, the top circulating Saskatchewan …

Support For The New School Year

… Support For The New School Year Blog Body It’s September! The … to help your children with new skills or concepts. Brainfuse is a great resource to turn to because it offers live, … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

Regina Public Library welcomes author Michelle Good

… Regina Public Library welcomes author Michelle Good Submitted by bbook on Wed, 03/29/2023 - … Library Association (SLA), will host a talk by author Michelle Good at 7:00pm on Wednesday, April 12 at …

How to Transform Yourself with Library Services

… How to Transform Yourself with Library Services Blog Body This Halloween, … one of our staff members into the witch Maleficent using services we offer. Get inspired! If you have a dream … RPL! Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Regina Public Library selects 2018-19 Writer in Residence

… selects 2018-19 Writer in Residence Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 06/20/2018 - 08:52 Add Description … is pleased to announce the selection of Judith Silverthorne as its 2018-2019 Writer in Residence. Silverthorne will … of the Regina writing community, both as a published author and as a former Saskatchewan Writer’s Guild Executive …

Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Bevann Fox

… Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Bevann Fox Submitted by bbook on Tue, 09/28/2021 - 13:49 …

Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Lisa Bird-Wilson

… Regina Public Library recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with talk by author Lisa Bird-Wilson Submitted by bbook on Tue, 09/27/2022 - …

Most-read eBooks for 2021

… Most-read eBooks for 2021 Blog Body The lords and ladies of the Bridgerton … magazines were borrowed. Highest-circulating magazines were US Weekly and The Economist. eBooks and digital magazines … is your library card! Most-borrowed eBooks by Saskatchewan authors Crossroads by Kaleb Dahlgren Five Little Indians by …

Regina's Most Loved Books of 2019

… is what you were reading in 2019! We got out our calculators and did some number crunching. Here are RPL’s top … checkouts in 2019. Adult Fiction 2019 was the year of “the usual suspects” for fiction titles. Lots of favorite and popular authors had new titles out that everyone wanted to read. …

Indigenous Voices brings the best of Canadian Indigenous writers to the Regina community

… Indigenous Voices brings the best of Canadian Indigenous writers to … of Canadian Indigenous writing at Indigenous Voices , an author discussion offered by Regina Public Library in …

Award winning authors to read at Central Library

… Award winning authors to read at Central Library Submitted by chardy on … launch event featuring three award-winning Saskatchewan authors, organized in partnership with the Regina Public …

How to vote in the 2024 municipal election

… a resident of Regina, and you've lived in Saskatchewan for at least six months as of November 13, 2024, you can vote … voting faster at the polls. Check your registration status or register as a voter online to receive your voter … vote Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications …

John Ware Reclaimed

… John Ware Reclaimed Blog Body Documenting the rich history of African-Canadians in the Prairies is a formidable … and artists such as Dr. Karina Vernon, professor and author of Black Prairie Archives, and Cheryl Foggo, … the United States during the Jim Crow era – a time when the US legal system enforced racial segregation and sought to …

Cozy Cooking

… this time of year in Saskatchewan are the smells, both outdoors and indoors. The tang of fallen leaves, the smell of … to my past, to my mother and grandmothers who taught me housewifely skills that I haven’t used much in the past few … hope to see you at the library! - Today's blog post was co-authored by two of our staffers from Connaught Branch: …

Experience Nuit Blanche Art at a Distance

… ways. In Regina, Nuit Blanche has been in operation for three years, activating spaces throughout the downtown … as art will illuminate buildings in Regina's Warehouse District. Viewers are invited to navigate the grid of … the Warehouse District by car, bike, or foot. The event begins at 8pm on August 29, just as the sun begins to set, …

8 Unexpected Holiday Reads from the Writer in Residence

… create our own moods rather than have others create them for us. Probably arises from that tricky balance between … Pagan Christmas: The Plants, Spirits, and Rituals at the Origins of Yuletide by Christian Rätsch and Claudia …

Fighting summer slide

… children are out of school. Summer slide is a pretty serious issue. Studies show that there is an income divide in how damaging summer slide is for students, and that summer slide has long-lasting negative … slide Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Children …

Writing Help at RPL

… the 2021 writer-in-residence at RPL. I wanted to take an opportunity to share with you a bit about myself and what I can … ways, People working on memoirs and family history, A famous poet, A well-published writer working on a book about the … Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within Jack Hodgins, A Passion for Narrative: A Guide for Writing Fiction …

Carry Forward opens at Regina Public Library’s Dunlop Art Gallery

… Carry Forward opens at Regina Public Library’s Dunlop Art Gallery Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 11/05/2018 - 13:58 Add Description … tell only part of a story, often presented through the authoritative perspectives of dominant ideologies. …

Newest RPL Writer in Residence offers Regina writers one-on-one assistance

… offers local writers personal guidance from an established author. RPL is pleased to announce the selection of Holly Luhning for the 2023-2024 season. Attachment …

A Farewell from our Writer in Residence

… from our Writer in Residence Blog Body The time has come for me to say goodbye, Regina. My term as your Writer in … Public Library staff and management have been tremendously supportive, both of me and of the RPL Writer in … Gail Bowen, and Arthur Slade; my public reading and author talk; and the last one, coming up on May 12 , a …

Give the joy of reading

… Give the joy of reading Blog Body RPL storytimes and children’s programs are staple activities for … help to meet our goal. One Summer Learning kit costs just $25. Donate today to give the joy of reading to a child … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

What's a 3D scanner, anyway?

… 3D scanner in our Digital Media Studio ! I jumped at the opportunity to sit down with Digital Media Specialist, Rhys … 3-dimensional space that an object takes up. Then the fun begins! Now, you can use that information for a zillion different things. Q: How …

Celebrate International Women's Day!

… Body This year’s International Woman’s Day theme is a rousing call to action to #BreakTheBias by celebrating women’s achievements and continuing the fight for gender equality. I always like to take this opportunity … and her journey towards healing. My Own Words , Ruth Bader Ginsberg An early pioneer in the fight for gender equality, …

5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter

… 5 Ways to Explore Nature in Winter Blog Body As the Lead of Children’s … always looking out for things that will inspire our young customers to learn and discover. This year, most have had to … Empowering Parents, Engaging Learners: Outdoor Edition with author/educator Debbie Pushor. Terri - Community …

How To Find The Next Great Series

… Next Great Series Blog Body I will always have a soft spot for series books in my heart. When I was young, I didn’t … drama they encounter while starting up their babysitting business. Once I found a series that fit, reading became a … Reads Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats

… Children Are Reading More Graphic Novels And These Are the Greats Blog Body … almost 30% when compared to 2018. This could be in part because of the incredibly popular graphic novel series coming … and Jelly , the Lumberjanes series, and fan favourite author Raina Telgemeier all had books published in 2019, and …

Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence

… Boosting Your Small Business’s Online Presence Blog Body Physical storefront traffic is down, and may not rise quickly – or … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Business Services Marketing Tags Digital …

Author Submissions

… Author Submissions … Regina Public Library collects materials in a wide range of formats for the information, education, enrichment and … of the community. Thank you for your interest in helping us grow our collections. When choosing materials for …

How to (Prepare to) Write a Novel

… we were called in the 1960s in an era when reduplicative words were making the rounds) are not supposed to go anywhere near those subjects clustered under “science”. I guess the idea is that developing … Novel Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence …

So, what is BookTok anyway?

… So, what is BookTok anyway? Blog Body BookTok , short for Book TikTok, is a community on the social media app … readers create entertaining videos about the books, genres, authors, and characters they love (or hate). It's become one … and was back on the bestseller list in 2020 It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover - The author has become so popular she …

Are you noticing longer wait times for your eBooks? Here’s why

… Are you noticing longer wait times for your eBooks? Here’s why Blog Body At Regina Public … recently been compromised by one of the Big 5 publishing houses. Beginning November 1, Macmillan Publishers will only … change could mean longer wait times for eBooks from popular authors such as Nora Roberts, Jeffrey Archer, Liane Moriarty …

The Joy of Book Clubs

… online environment, we still connected, laughed and talked for over an hour and a half. For those of you who are … out on demand by your entire group at the same time. By using Hoopla , you can choose books for everyone, and they … an HBO docuseries premiering on June 28 th chronicling the author’s tragic untimely death and her obsession to unmask …

Freedom to Read Week

… to Read Week Blog Body Step into the twilight zone with us, into a world where libraries ban every book that someone found … Week Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources

… Start DIY Family Storytime With These Resources Blog Body Create your own … TumbleBooks , Bookflix , and Storyline Online . Or, use any of the books you have in your home! Action Rhymes … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Celebrating Freedom to Read Week

… libraries come together to raise awareness about the importance of intellectual freedom. Intellectual freedom gives us the right to decide what we read, watch, and listen to … 2021 Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Shhhh! The piano is sleeping

… Shhhh! The piano is sleeping Blog Body For the last few years, we’ve worked with our friends at the … event pairs summer reading recommendations with matching music, performed by accomplished pianist and Regina Symphony … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Betty's story: when giving is second nature.

… Betty's story: when giving is second nature. Blog Body Betty is a … to issues from paramedics to fundraising, and she generously donates to several charities, including Regina Public … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Spring has (almost) sprung

… Right?! I don't know about you, but spring gives me a rush of motivation and creativity as the world turns from dingy winter grey to Roughrider green. I get … sprung Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Most borrowed books of 2022!

… Most borrowed books of 2022! Blog Body We’ve crunched the numbers … – the library’s most borrowed titles in 2022! Saskatchewan author Michelle Good’s Five Little Indians was in high … historical fiction. Colleen Hoover’s romance, It Ends with Us , took third place. Other fiction titles on the list …

Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule

… Show versus tell - a new take on an old rule Blog Body Greetings from … not TELL. UGH. Truth is, rules make me itch a bit. I’m all for TOOLS NOT RULES. Here’s the thing. To craft a good story, we need to show and tell. As authors, we're taking our readers on an emotional journey. …

Create Your Own Concert Venue at Home

… Concert Venue at Home Blog Body One of the things a lot of us have been missing these last few months is live music. … scene, and the recent restrictions have been tough on performers, venues and fans - but it’s also led to some pretty … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Listening to the Classics

… Okay. Please don’t jump down my throat. But I’m a sucker for “The Classics”. You know the ones I’m talking about: the … Besides, who is going to sit down and plop open a dust-covered, damp-smelling tome written by some old fogie … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence …

Black Lives Matter Education

… to help you on your journey. Our video streaming platform Kanopy has many relevant titles timely to this discussion that you can find here . I especially recommend Ken … . Have Black Lives Ever Mattered by Mumia Abu-Jamal The author gives voice to the many people of color who have …

The magic of musical storytelling

… The magic of musical storytelling Blog Body I played trumpet in band when … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Finding the path to reconciliation with Tanya Talaga

… Add Description Regina Public Library (RPL) will welcome author Tanya Talaga to Regina for an empowering talk on finding … at 7:30 pm on Thursday, May 26 at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, 2445 Albert Street. Attachment RPL MEDIA …

Newest RPL Writer in Residence brings both writing and publishing experience

… offers local writers personal guidance from an established author. Mirolla is an author of over 20 books, and the publisher of Guernica …

Calls to Action: Igniting the Spirit of Reconciliation

… Board, and Heritage Community Association will launch a discussion series based on the Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation. We will first discuss Calls … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Write a novel in November

… office! Hopping into the blog to send a wave of support to everyone who is taking on the challenge of writing a … writing. The challenge being to draft an entire novel in just one month. Why do it? For 30 wild and exciting days, you … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

Stream the best in movies and documentaries

… , an on-demand streaming service that offers the best in world cinema, independent films and documentaries. Kanopy has … Courses collection, a series of lifelong learning videos focused on the humanities and sciences, hobbies and skills. As … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Movies Digital …

You’re never alone with fall reading lists from RPL

… lists from RPL Blog Body The cool weather will soon be upon us and we’ll hunker into our cozy indoor spaces again, sipping spiced lattes and craving … tailored exactly to your own tastes of topics, genres or authors, try out our Books4Me service! We can handle this …

When you love scary movies

… When you love scary movies Blog Body If you love horror movies and the Halloween season is your favorite time … are pretty simple — beginning October 1st watch 31 previously unseen horror movies by midnight of Halloween. It … there, but this one in particular spawned from the mind of author Daniel Kraus and here is his blog post telling you …

What’s your #RPLStory?

… What’s your #RPLStory? Blog Body When I was growing up, my family moved a … and my high school graduation, and for a VERY shy and anxious introvert, that was not an easy thing. No matter what … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Support Indigenous Business

… Support Indigenous Business Blog Body What can I do? I’ve asked this … question of myself many times since the Calls to Action for Truth and Reconciliation came out in 2015. One of the … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Like stories set in WWII? Try these

… Like stories set in WWII? Try these Blog Body In the last couple … titles like “The Alice Network” and “The Tattooist of Auschwitz” have captured imaginations and made fiction set in … a kind female doctor, Cilka is taken under her wing and begins to tend to the ill in the camp, struggling to care for …

"The library keeps me company"

… Blog Body We have a friend named Bob who is a library user and a regular donor. We recently caught up with Bob to thank him for his … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

The not-so-challenging challenge: Reading is good for you

… The not-so-challenging challenge: Reading is good for you Blog Body Did you know? Reading is good for you! Here are just a few (or more) of the benefits that come from making … you Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Freedom To Read Week turns 35!

… turns 35! Blog Body Intellectual freedom means that each of us has the right to decide what we read, watch and listen to … Mission and Values , Regina Public Library is proud to support the principles of intellectual freedom as defined in the … Week Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Bike Repair Kits are here!

… Bike Repair Kits are here! Blog Body Before we go any further, I have to confess, I’m not a … and almost got locked out of a psychology final because I wildly misjudged how long it would take to ride from … here! Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Be Your Own Bob Ross

… Be Your Own Bob Ross Blog Body One of my favorite memories as a kid was watching Bob Ross’s painting … under 30 minutes, his soothing voice saying things like “just a little bit of color” and “make this one a happy … Ross Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Art Digital …

Marathon reads for your next reading marathon

… Marathon reads for your next reading marathon Blog Body Confession: I am not … journalist Alex Hutchinson to the library to give an author talk about new research on human endurance. We asked … (and the RPL cheer squad): The Nature Fix: Why Nature Makes Us Happier, Healthier, and More Creative , by Florence …

The Barren Grounds and Beyond

… only started his writing career in 2009. Like so many of us, he has a story to tell and uses the power of the written word to bring … Beyond Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Brightening up Blue Monday

… “Blue Monday,” the saddest day of the year. The excitement (or stress) of the holidays has worn off, and here in Regina, … of your lifestyle habits to see if there are any simple adjustments you can make to help improve your mental health. … Monday Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

5 Investment Tips We Wish We Could Tell Our Younger Selves

… Body By Scott Sather As a young professional, you may be worried about the basics of your financial life, like … your age, investing can be an intimidating endeavour. Because of this, it’s possible you’ve put off investing or … Selves Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

Applicants

… Applicants … Applications for the 2025-26 Writer in Residence are now closed . The new … to a specific writing project. The WIR selection process begins in March. At that time, writers are invited to submit … public readings, literary activities, and programs that focus on serving and supporting the writing community in …

Explore Canadian Art Online

… Explore Canadian Art Online Blog Body At the Dunlop Art Gallery we’re used to being surrounded by fresh Canadian art every day. … Art Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Dunlop Art Gallery Marketing Tags Art …

Meet the 2024-25 Writer in Residence!

… a good nine months. So what, you say. What can you do for me? Well, plenty, I hope. But first a little bit about … a farm outside Gananoque, known as the Gateway to the Thousand Islands. These days, I write mostly poetry and … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence …

Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools

… Orange Shirt Day is a chance for us to engage in open conversation about residential schools … 2021 Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Wendy Sinclair, Indigenous Services …

Eight tips to submit a manuscript

… Eight tips to submit a manuscript Blog Body Edit your manuscript before submitting it to a publisher; preferably hire a … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

Home Study Resources

… Blog Body Regina Public Library has many resources for children and teens who are studying at home. From online … tutoring, we have digital services to help you out. Brainfuse offers study guides connected to Saskatchewan … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

Educator empowering parents to support their child's learning

… Educator empowering parents to support their child's learning … by kbalkwill on Tue, 10/13/2020 - 16:13 Add Description Author and educator Dr. Debbie Pushor will share confidence-building strategies for parents …

Five Little Indians among top reads for 2022

… Five Little Indians among top reads for 2022 Submitted by bbook on Thu, 01/05/2023 - 08:43 Add Description Saskatchewan author Michelle Good’s Five Little Indians was in high demand …

Scarves in the Park

… Park Blog Body Winter has come to Regina and we were in Victoria Park today to help distribute scarves with volunteers … too late to get in on the action! We have Stitch for a Cause programs happening all November long. All items … Park Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Join the first global book club with #BigLibraryRead!

… first global book club with #BigLibraryRead! Blog Body More than 19,000 libraries around the world are participating … Regina Public Library is one of them! From April 1st – 15th using the Overdrive or Libby app RPL customers can instantly … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading …

Two-Way Learning: Police Read to Children

… Blog Body Kids are often awed by police officers in uniform. Something extra special happens when officers take time … at the library. Officer Evan Bray says, “I think focusing on literacy at a very young age is really crucial to … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Hearing Loops at RPL

… Hearing Loops at RPL Blog Body Right on time for National AcccessAbility Week: RPL has hearing loops! Helpful for customers who experience hearing loss, hearing loops are a … at RPL Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications …

Why eBooks Are Better than Paper Books

… of anecdotal conversations have made it clear: eBooks are just not as good as real books. Ask our customers and they … dyslexic-friendly options. No flashlight required – a major bonus if you read past your bedtime, which we do every … Books Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Digital …

10 Tips on How to Write Poetry

… Decide on a Goal – what do you want your poem to do? Explore, protest, describe, evoke… Create images to stimulate … Avoid clichés to create work that rises above the norm Use original metaphors or similes to bring imagery and … Poetry Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

New friends in Saskatchewan

… New friends in Saskatchewan Blog Body Supporting newcomers in Saskatchewan is nothing new for us. We’ve always worked to support our customers with … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Family Road Trips

… Family Road Trips Blog Body My memories from childhood of family road trips are mostly made up … were awful, but I look back at them nostalgically, because it feels rare to have such uninterrupted time to be … Trips Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Children …

Going Down the Summer Slide

… to middle school children are mostly affected because they learn a lot more, so the loss is greater. Children from low-income … Slide Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

The best show in August

… The best show in August Blog Body Every August, the night sky is flooded with … camera. But these brief streaks of light are actually meteors from the annual Perseid meteor shower. The meteors … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications …

Library Therapy: Finding Joy Through Empathy

… Through Empathy Blog Body Matty has been a special library customer for more than 20 years. Chris describes Matty as his son, and … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids.

… 10 Ingredients You Need To Write A Short Story With Your Kids. Blog Body Choose a time and place. … be the scribe? It’s important for the person writing to use the words contributed without editing, so everyone can … Kids. Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Commit to meaningful and lasting reconciliation

… and lasting reconciliation Blog Body Tansi National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR),previously known as Orange Shirt Day , is a day to honour … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Wendy Sinclair, Indigenous Services …

Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury

… Learning Shouldn’t Be a Luxury Blog Body Jessie Morris works to dispel myths about the library every day. … need the library, I’m not much of a reader’ but there’s just so much more than that,” she says. The Regina Public … Luxury Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

A Books4Me Snow Day

… A Books4Me Snow Day Blog Body Ready for a snow day? Ok, we rarely take snow days here in Regina, … non-digital options on hand. Our favourite? Books (obviously)! Our Books4Me service is a great way to start building … Day Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Make Settings Come Alive

… Notice the pictures on the wall; what’s on the table or desk in front of you; the kind of chair or couch you’re … quality of the silence and what it suggests. A pregnant pause? The calm before the storm? Peace? Thirty below, and as … Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within Jack Hodgins, A Passion for Narrative: A Guide for Writing Fiction …

Libraries: Spaces of Possibility

… Libraries: Spaces of Possibility Blog Body Libraries are important to writers for many reasons – they house books that remind writers of their goals and potential, … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library

… How a City Councillor Found His Voice at the Library Blog Body John Findura is … English. This barrier made it hard to make friends and adjust to life at a new high school in a different culture. “I … Voice Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

Level Up! Your Learning This Summer

… children are experiencing with schools closed and classwork moving to an online-only environment. As a parent, this … and learning program that will be held June 1st to August 31st. The purpose of Level Up! is to encourage children … Up! Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Children …

Ten Steps to Send your Work to a Publisher

… Ten Steps to Send your Work to a Publisher Blog Body Simplified Steps to Submit Your Work to a Publisher Format your manuscript to industry standards: 1” margins, 12-point font, double-spaced, 5-point paragraph …

RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month

… RPL Is Celebrating Black History Month Blog Body Regina Public Library is celebrating … pm - Film School: Belonging as Resistance , an online discussion with filmmakers Laurie Townshend and Janine Windolph … Month Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Reading Art …

How Should You Talk to Children About COVID-19?

… I have been grappling with, and I have been on the lookout for tips and resources to help. A helpful and comforting … be hard on yourself if you are feeling more worried or anxious than usual. Practice Self-Care. It remains important to … Advice Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Collections Marketing Tags Children …

Three Great Writing Books to Consider Character

… the great debates people have about writing is: Which is more important: plot or character? My answer has always … wants, actions, and choices will drive the plot forward, just as much as the plot will draw out your characters. But … Tips Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

Start Your Library Resolution with These Services

… Library Resolution with These Services Blog Body Many of us feel pressure to keep up with digital time wasters—the apps and social media platforms that we maybe spend a bit too much mental energy on. … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …

3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1

… 3 Tips for Starting Your Novel Part 1 Blog Body At the outset, … might help you get started on your novel (and keep going). Use a road map Whether you’re a “pantser” (someone who likes … Part 1 Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Writer in Residence Marketing Tags …

Learn Personal Finances During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons

… During COVID-19 with Shannon Lee Simmons Blog Body Many of us are worried about our finances during COVID-19, and that's why … Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Community Engagement and Programming …

How I Improved My Photography at the Library

… front page of Reddit . This photo was seen by tens of thousands of people. It's a simple picture in many ways—a balanced composition with a coordinating colour scheme and a built-in story about a rabbit … Life Select Blog Type Marketing and Communications Select Author of Blog Post Marketing And Communications Marketing …