Canadian Federation of Poets Newsletter
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Keeping you informed |
March 15th 2006 |
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WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Be
sure to introduce yourself in the Federation on-line forums,
and check out the
member biography
section to find out more about each.
Dr. Rashid Gill - Brampton, ON
Tod Gaines - Lynnwood, MA USA
Pamela MacEachern - Ancaster, ON
Renewals:
Trish Shields - Courtenay, BC
What are you waiting for?
Join today and look forward to an exciting year of
contests, events and publishing opportunities.
Check out this months feature poet
Elka Enola.
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POETRY CANADA SPEAKS OUT
New edition of Poetry Canada magazine is shipping.
Featuring the article "Squawk versus Talk - the art of communication" and its effect on society,
poetry and humanity. Get the whole story in this edition of Poetry Canada.
Great articles - "How to prepare your manuscript for publishing", beautiful
photography, and inspiring poetry.
Subscribe today and keep the poetry coming! Poetry Canada Subscription
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POETRY CANADA LOCATIONS
Looking to pick up a copy of Poetry Canada magazine? Well you can now get it at Toronto's
one-stop-artist-spot, The Renaissance Cafe - 1938 Danforth Avenue. More details at:
www.RenaissanceCafe.ca
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CONTESTS & CALLS
Check out the current contests:
Global Village and
Rhyming Poetry;
where the winner
of each will appear in Poetry Canada magazine. Call now open.
THE SPIRIT OF HUMANITY ANTHOLOGY CALL
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Be sure to check out the latest anthology call. Artists For A Better World International has issued a
"Worldwide Call For Poetry." Submissions will be reviewed and selected for publication
within a second AFABW poetry compilation book. This new soft-cover volume is themed and titled:
The Spirit of Humanity.
Check out all of the submission details at; www.artistsforabetterworld.org
There is no submission fee.
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ANTHOLOGY FEEDBACK
Peggy Fletcher - poet
"The Future Looks Bright Anthology is a glowing tribute to the art of poetry and those who
love its many forms. It is a credit to the Canadian Federation of Poets and especially to the
work of Tracy Repchuk who made it all happen. Well done! I was proud to be a part of it."
David Fraser - poet
"In a world of the dark daily news of senseless slaughter, The Future Looks Bright is
an anthology of poetic thought that spreads light and disperses hope into the shadows lurking outside the windows of our homes."
Check out more or send a testimonial in yourself
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NEW BOOKS/CDs
Tod Gaines - CD: Rocky Mountain Oysters - a collection of 32 poems
written and performed by Tod that cover that awkward adolescent stage full of peer-pressure
and adult suppression. Details available at the CFPShop.
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There are some great poetry anthology, art and short story calls on this month, so be sure
to select one, two, or all of them, and get published! If your work is ready, there is something
for everyone, so go for it!
Have you become a member yet of The Canadian Federation of Poets? If not, let
us know why, maybe we can help. Getting a free one-year
subscription to Poetry Canada Magazine alone is worth the fee. Add this to the over 20 or so
benefits, and you really get your money's worth. It is a good action to take for your poetry
career this year. Commit to making this the year that your dreams come true.
Tracy Lynn Repchuk
President and Founder of the Canadian Federation of Poets
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NEW ANTHOLOGY CALLS FOR EVERYONE!
Call For Short Stories - The Triumph of the Human Spirit
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Hollywood Artists For A Better World International, in conjunction with the CCI Pro Writers
Association, has issued a "Worldwide Call For Short Stories." Submissions will be
reviewed and several will be selected for publication in this short story compilation book.
This soft-cover volume is themed and titled: The Triumph of the Human Spirit
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Submit your short stories today!
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There is a $10.00 submission fee for the first manuscript and a $5.00 admission fee for each additional manuscript from the same author -- if mailed by the "Advance Deadline."
Authors whose work is selected into the book will receive a complimentary copy of the book
and will also be eligible for an online AFABW annual "Associate" membership ($20.00 value).
Worldwide Call For Fine Art
Hollywood: Artists For A Better World International has issued a "Worldwide Call for Fine Art." Submissions will be reviewed and several depictions of fine art will be selected for publication in two different AFABW literature anthologies.
1) One original artwork will be chosen for the cover of the first AFABW short story compilation book that is themed and titled: The Triumph of the Human Spirit. This piece will be represented in color on the cover of the book.
2) Another original piece of fine art will be selected for the cover of the second AFABW poetry anthology which is themed and titled: The Spirit of Humanity. This piece will
be represented in color on the cover of the book.
3) Additionally, a number of fine art works will be featured inside the AFABW poetry compilation
book: The Spirit of Humanity. These pieces will be represented in black and white on
various pages inside the book.
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THE FUTURE LOOKS BRIGHT SURVEY
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Remember to complete a survey if you have a copy of The Future Looks Bright, to ensure
that we continue to produce the highest quality volumes of poetry.
Just 5 questions and you're done!
Thanks in advance, we do this for you!
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Want your own copy of The Future Looks Bright?
Only $15 includes shipping
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EVENTS
Feb 24-April 2nd
Burlington Federation
Contact: Tracy Repchuk
Burlington Art Centre
1333 Lakeshore Rd., Burlington, ON
Poets are invited to create poetry in response to this exhibit.
Domestica
(3 artists with colour/pattern on painted furniture, quilts and ceramics)
Exhibit takes place from February 24th-April 2nd, 2006
Drop into the gallery anytime and prepare your poetry for presentation on Sunday April 2nd at 2:00pm
Thursday March 16th, 2006 - 7pm
Oakville Federation
Contact: George Arnold
Timothy's World Coffee
321 Lakeshore Rd. E, Oakville,
Open mic event where poets and performers can get together and share both poetry and short stories.
Book Launch - Mar 29, 2006 - 8pm
The Age Begins by Oneal Walters
This book is a journey from the calamity of humanity towards the emancipation from that life.
The Arbor Room
7 Hart House Circle
University of Toronto Campus.
Free Admission: Oneal Walters will read poems and sign copies of his book.
Check out all of our happenings or get complete details on the above events from our
on-line calendar.
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CALENDAR CALLS:
Calendar Coordinator: Kevin Craig
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.
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