Writer in Residence

Iryn Tushabe is the 2026-2027 Writer in Residence. Her debut novel, Everything is Fine Here, was longlisted for CBC's Canada Reads and shortlisted for three Saskatchewan Book Awards. 

Tushabe is a Ugandan Canadian writer and independent journalist. Everything is Fine Here was named a CBC Best Book of 2025 and won the First Book Award at the Saskatchewan Book Awards. She's published both fiction and creative non-fiction in places such as Literary Hub, The Walrus, and The Journey Prize anthology. 

Tushabe's residency runs from September 8, 2026 until June 29, 2027. 

Check back after September 8 for her office hours and more information about how to book a one-on-one appointment. 

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

Find more about the Writer in Residence application process.