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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Be
sure to introduce yourself in the Federation
online forums, and check out the
member biography
section to find out more about each.
New Members:
Debbie Mrakovcic - Croatia
Lara Sookoo - Toronto, ON
Tonia Kalouria - Lorain Ohio USA
Beth Skala - Nanaimo, BC
Shirley I Osborn - Los Angeles, CA
Aline Soules - Danville, CA, USA
Kerry Lynn Parsons - Lakefield, ON
Marc Mullo - Thunder Bay, ON
Dannabang Kuwabong - Hamilton, ON
Carol J Ogden - Vancouver, BC
Lois MacDonald - Whitby, ON
Michael Dyet - Brampton, ON
David MacLean - North Van, BC
Marilyn Edwards - Langley, BC
Darla
Fisher-Odjig - Acton, ON
Her Excellency the
Right Honourable Michaelle Jean
C.C, C.M.M., C.O.M., C.D.
Governor General of Canada
Renewed
Members:
Charles Hull
Raymond Fenech
Stella Ducker
Thomas Hemeon
Mary Anne Lonergan
Suzanne Hunter
Krow Fischer
Paul Hartal
Mary Anne Lonergan
Josie Di
Sciascio-Andrews
John Jansen de wal
Renée Von Paschen
Maurus Cappa
Krow Fischer
David Brydges
Michael Cotterell
Judith Black
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POETRY BLOG
CALLING ALL POETS
Hey everyone. If you are a CFP Member we would like to post your poem
on the Federation of Poets blog. One poem per member per month. A
maximum of one poem will be posted per day.
Here's
what you do:
Step 1 - Send an email to:
Tracy@federationofpoets.com
Step 2 -
In the email body - have your poem with the title exactly how you want
it to appear.
We will then post it, and share it with the world.
Poetry Canada Back Issues are available, once
they're gone that's it.
Here is the link to any that are
left.
Poetry
Canada Archives
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CONTESTS & CALLS
SEEKING Writers -
Stephen Gill is seeking writers for An Anthology entitled:
Critical Responses to Stephen Gill.
Deadline is July 15, 2011
Each contributor will receive a complimentary copy.
Contact:
kanwardineshsingh@yahoo.co.in
or
hyphenmonthly@yahoo.com
CALLING All Artists -
How would you like your art on the cover of our
anthologies Credit and 2 free copies plus get free promoted.
Send a .jpg or .gif for review - even better is if you have a link to a
gallery.
The 2011 Griffin Poetry Prize
www.GriffinPoetryPrize.com
We promote FREE contests, if you
have one, let us know and we'll let everyone else know.
SPREAD THE WORD
Proudly display the CFP logo on your site, and let us know,
and you'll be automatically entered into a contest where you can
win a free ad in Poetry Canada. Link to:
http://www.federationofpoets.com
CHECK OUT THE CALENDAR OF EVENTS
CALENDAR COORDINATOR
Maurus Cappa
is the NEW Calendar Coordinator!
Email him at:
Maurus@federationofpoets.com
If you are a CFP member, this is a great way to promote your book
launches, appearances,
and check out contest calls and events.
If you are a CFP member, or a CFP Affiliate Organization feel
free to submit your events to us. It is a great way to easily increase
attendance.
CFP MEMBERSHIP
BENEFITS
Over 20 benefits including a great community of friends.
JOIN
TODAY!
UNITING TO CREATE ONE VOICE
Canadian Federation of Poets
We are always looking for help, if you would like to join our
volunteer team, go here and check out our list of positions.
Become
a CFP Volunteer
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June 2011 -
Summer is here and that is a great time to write,
share your poetry, attend festivals, finish that book you have been
working on, and making the world a better place with your poetry.
I am gone for the whole month of July as I
am presenting an award in the UK to Richard Branson, then
speaking at an event there, then speaking at my own event in
France, then taking my mastermind clients to Venice Italy
and 5 other countries (including Croatia the location of one
of our newest members) for a business retreat. Again Cheryl
will be around in July to answer any questions, and I'll be
back in August with more ideas on how to get your poetry out
there.
CherylX@FederationofPoets.com
Reminder If you haven't
already registered to pay via paypal - it is time to renew/join using this
method so you can continue to be a part of a great purpose
www.Federationofpoets.com/paypal.htm
Thanks
Enjoy the month and keep on
creating :)
Tracy Repchuk
President and Founder of the Canadian Federation of Poets
Join
the Canadian Federation of Poets
www.FederationofPoets.com
Because Now You're Family!
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VISUAL POETRY
YouTube is one of the most popular sites on the internet because
people love to watch 'TV'
But what I like is with YouTube it is easy to take something like a
poem, and turn it into an experience.
Visual, music, moving, impactful, and it just takes some extra
steps. It then makes it very easy to send to me to place on our
blog, post to your twitter or facebook page the link, put it as part
of your email signature - get your work out there quickly and
easily.
1. Go to this - Click on Animoto.com
2.
You can select the Free option to see if you like it -
It is very easy to use and create stunning video shows
that go with your poems
3. Create a free account - and a quick video test
4. If you think you will use it - it is only $30 for the year
5. You can stick with the free version if you want -
the issue is the length of video is limited.
Here is an example - there are many out there.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QqVBGv2hpQ4
You can add music or not, add your voice and read it or not - play
with visuals - enjoy the enhanced experience of sharing your poetry
this way.
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