Writer in Residence
Writer in Residence
2025-2026 Call for Applications
The RPL Writer in Residence program provides the unique opportunity for members of the community to receive personal guidance and advice from an established Canadian writer.
Applications for the 2025-2026 Writer in Residence position are now open.
Learn more about the Writer in Residence application process
2024-2025 Writer in Residence: Michael Mirolla
Explore writing events and workshops throughout Michael’s season or book a one-on-one appointment to discuss your writing.
Michael's office hours are:
- Mondays from 10:00am to 5:00pm
- Tuesdays from 2:00 to 8:00pm
Michael's last day of office hours is June 10, 2025. To book an appointment:
- email wir@reginalibrary.ca, or
- call 306.777.6202
Michael Mirolla is a prolific and award-winning author of more than two dozen novels, plays, film scripts, and short story and poetry collections. His latest short story collection is Becker’s Universe & Other Stories (Black Moss Press, 2024). Michael is also the publisher/editor-in-chief of Guernica Editions, a Canadian literary book publisher. He has extensive experience as a Writer in Residence, with residencies in Canada, Spain, and Italy.
“I’m delighted and excited to have been selected as the new Writer in Residence at Regina Public Library,“ said Michael Mirolla. “I plan to use my experience as a writer, editor, mentor, and publisher to offer a wide range of support for Regina writers.”
Learn more about Michael Mirolla in his introductory blog post!
About the Program
The Writer in Residence offers one-to-one assistance with personal writing projects, as well as public readings, literary activities, school and community visits, and programs that focus on serving and supporting the writing community in Regina.
The Writer in Residence assists writers by providing:
- Writing advice and suggestions
- Encouragement and support
- Insight and assistance with all publishing phases: from research, to writing the first draft to publication
- A professional critique of their work