I’m in Sarnia, sitting in a comfy chair in Coffee Lodge, killing time until I catch my train home. Last night I read at the Sarnia Public library to a …
Coming up this week…
You are invited to an upcoming Stealing Nasreen book reading in Sarnia Thursday, March 27th 7:00-8:30pm Sarnia Public Library, 124 Christina Street South Followed by a Q&A and book signing. …
My Comfort Inn Writing Retreat
I accompanied my partner to Waterloo this week, and while she was busy doing work stuff on Thursday, I stayed back at our hotel room with my laptop. Now, I’m …
Happy International Women’s Day!
There’s much to celebrate this IWD… I attended and did a book reading at a great celebration for IWD yesterday at the Noor Cultural Centre called “Sisters’ Doing It For Themselves, …
February is over!
Thank the universe that February is finally over! It’s been a month of too much snow and cold and not enough sunshine… But holing up makes for good writing time, …
Queer Within These Walls
Debra Anderson, Pat Capponi and I did a second QWTW event, this one a lunchtime event at George Brown College in Toronto and co-sponsored by the Positive Space Committee, the …
Peterborough and Winter (arrgh)
I had a blast at Trent University this past week. I facilitated a writing workshop and a self-care workshop for marginalized communities for the Trent Queer Collective on Wednesday and …
February news: a glossary, readings and a contest
Happy February everyone! Here’s some news to share: NEW! A Stealing Nasreen Glossary is now available! Upcoming Readings: Feb 13th 5:30-7:00pm, at Traill College, Trent University, Snr Common Room, Scott House, 310 …
How she move
When I heard that people like Jennifer Kawaja and Ian Iqbal Rashid were behind the new film How She Move, I just knew I had to go see it. Check out …
A post-modern Toronto moment
My girlfriend and I had a post-modern Toronto moment today on the subway. We were on our way home from the Downsview Park Merchant’s Market. We went there solely for …
My first ever visit to Midland and Penetanguishene
I read at the Midland Public Library on Wednesday. The librarian and I weren’t really sure what to expect because the region is a little quiet in the winter (it’s …
New Year Happenings…
Happy New Year! I started my year by reading at the First Annual Mayworks New Year’s Day Poetry Marathon. Sixty poets performed for 5 minutes each, for 5 hours. The …
Open Book Toronto “Overlooked Book List”
Thanks to all of you who nominated Stealing Nasreen for the Open Book “Overlooked Book List”! Thanks to you, Stealing Nasreen made it on the list! Go to www.openbooktoronto.com to …
Solstice
I spent yesterday afternoon skating at Harbourfront with my sister and nephew. It was my first time on a rink this year. I tottered onto the ice, my body having forgotten …
holiday thoughts
After today, I will be on vacation for 10 days. It comes at a very good time. The past summer and fall have been busy and exciting for Stealing Nasreen …
For Aqsa
I was very saddened at the news about Aqsa Parvez. I thought about how very vulnerable 16 year old girls can be, especially when they resist their parents, when they …
The Census and 49.9% of Torontonians
Today’s Toronto Star front page feature on “The Rainbow City”, its report on this year’s census data, was of huge interest to me. It’s pretty amazing that just under half of …
Ottawa Reading and the Open Book “Overlooked Books” list
I was in Ottawa yesterday for a lovely reading at the Collected Works Bookstore. What a great audience! I was asked some really interesting questions that made me think more …
Writing Time and Ottawa Reading
So far, November has provided me with lots of writing time. I’m esconced in the second novel, still untitled (although in a couple of grant applications, I’m calling it Mistake, …
Contest Winners!
Thanks to everyone who entered the contest. The lucky winners are: Laura W., Tasleem B., and Aisha G. All winners will be contacted by e-mail.
Last Chance to Enter the Contest!
The contest for a free copy of Stealing Nasreen closes on November 20th! Scroll down for details!
Poetry Slam Virgin
I attended my first ever Toronto Poetry Slam last night. I went because one of my friends, Emily, was going to compete, and I thought it might be interesting enough. …
WIN a copy of Stealing Nasreen!
WIN a copy of Stealing Nasreen! Search for the answer to this skill-testing question (you’ll find the answer somewhere on this blog): which fabulous bookstore hosted one of my Vancouver …