New Writer in Residence discusses poetry, prose, and inspiring next generation of writers

Poet and novelist Nancy Jo Cullen, known for her moving poetry is Queen’s’ new Writer in Residence.

January 10, 2025

In July 2024, the nation watched as Jasper, Alta. burned.

January 10, 2025

2024 was a great year for books, but the publishing industry never stops, promising exciting new titles for book lovers in 2025.

November 15, 2024

Student poet Vivian Hughes creates “Notice Us” and “Observer.”

Two-time Giller prize winner M. G. Vassanji, explores concepts of identity and belonging in his memoir and essay collection, Nowhere, Exactly.

Bound to be controversial, Sally Rooney’s fourth long-awaited new novel, Intermezzo, is finally here.

After securing her book deal through Kingston WritersFest in 2022, Marianne K. Miller, JD ’80, returned to the festival to share her perspective on Ernest Hemingway and historical fiction.

September 17, 2024

From an early age, we’re taught the components of a good story: setting, character, plot, conflict, and theme. These five components form the backbone of what we typically consider a “good” book. However, the rise of plotless fiction rejects the most pivotal of these cornerstones: plot.

Pride calls for visibility and presence in the face of growing resistance.

Everyone’s favourite Guncle is back for another round.

Catherine Hernandez’s novel, Behind You, shifts the focus of true crime away from the perpetrator, telling a story of resilience that reveals the grave implications of rape culture.

Diversifying the literary canon is one small part of anti-racist work that everyone can contribute to.

Being a young, newly published author isn’t exactly as Mary Johnson, second-year English PhD English student, imagined it.

I’m no stranger to reading novels or spending Valentine’s Day alone. When it comes to taking part in this romantic holiday, there’s nothing better than curling up with a warm blanket, a cup of ridiculously sweet coffee, and a spicy romance novel.

For two local authors, finding love comes at the collision of Canadian and Egyptian culture.

Alum’s new book about AI explores concerns and navigation of advancing technology

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