I have always been a lover of writing and reading. When I was in preschool, I used to write short stories about heroic cats, rock men, and loads of other things I’ve now forgotten. I still have that book wedged in the corner of my closet, and I think from that point it just took … Continue reading Taking Risks in Volume VIII- By Zachary Jickling
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Weekend Writing Prompt: REFLECTION
Autumn is a great time to reflect. On our lives, the year so far, and what we hope will come in the future. This weekend's writing prompt is all about reflecting on life. As always, happy writing! Poetry: Reflect on a challenging time in your life and how you got through it. Without ignoring what was … Continue reading Weekend Writing Prompt: REFLECTION
The People of Volume II: Katherine Schneider
In anticipation of our Volume II launch on Nov. 8, we are running a series of interviews with some of the people involved in its production. This week, we have a short interview with book designer and illustrator, Katherine Schneider. What made you want to get involved in the design process of the anthology? I … Continue reading The People of Volume II: Katherine Schneider
A Very Bolo November
November might be a month of reflection, but here at (in? among?) the Bolo Tie Collective, there's also plenty to look forward to this month. This Wednesday (Nov. 8) is, at long long last, the book launch for Volume II of our anthology. The event will be taking place at the MacEwan bookstore from … Continue reading A Very Bolo November
The People of Volume II: Mady Matthews
In anticipation of our Volume II launch on Nov. 8, we are running a series of interviews with some of the people involved in its production. This week, we have a short interview with writer Mady Matthews. We spoke to Mady after one of our Thursday workshops, where her fiction story "My Secret Side" was … Continue reading The People of Volume II: Mady Matthews
The People of Volume II: Courtney Bettin
In anticipation of our Volume II launch on Nov. 8, over the next two weeks we will be running a series of interviews with some of the people involved in its production. To kick things off, we have a short interview with substantive editor (and Journalism major) Courtney Bettin. How would you describe your experience … Continue reading The People of Volume II: Courtney Bettin
A Bolo for All Seasons
It's October in Edmonton again, and you know that means... Changing leaves, hockey, Litfest, turkey leftovers, Asian ghost girls (we hope), and yet another year of the Bolo Tie Collective! We've got a busy month ahead in the events department. Really. Just read on if you don't believe us. We have a Friday … Continue reading A Bolo for All Seasons
The Bolo Tie Collective 