King's MFA in Creative Nonfiction
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Congratulations, Jon Tattrie, MFA Class of 2020, for what the Miramichi Reader, in its latest review, calls his "skilful narrative... Amidst the chaos and inju...stice of these anguished times, "Peace by Chocolate" is exactly what we need: a story that reminds us that even against enormous odds positive outcomes are possible and that remarkable things can be accomplished through hard work and perseverance... Tattrie’s book recounts in unsentimental terms the extraordinary achievement of many people. See more

We're planning to celebrate our King's MFA Class of 2021 with two nights of virtual readings. And you're invited.

The King's MFA in Creative Nonfiction program is delighted to welcome our newest mentor, acclaimed Halifax author Lezlie Lowe. Lezlie, a 2016 graduate of the pr...ogram, is the author of the widely praised "No Place to Go: How Public Toilets Fail Our Private Needs," and the forthcoming "The Volunteers: How Halifax Women Provided the Help, Hope, and Healing to Win the Second World War." Welcome! See more

If you have an idea for a nonfiction book, we can help you get it onto the pageand you can do it from wherever you live. Come hear about the MFA in Creative No...nfiction offered jointly by Dalhousie University and the University of King’s College. This two-year limited-residency program allows you to combine short, intense, on-campus sessions with ongoing one-to-one mentoring by professional nonfiction writers, editors and teachers. (During the pandemic, our teaching has shifted fully online, but when it is safe to do so, we anticipate a return to in-person residencies.) At the Meet & Greet, you’ll have the opportunity to speak with faculty, mentors, alumni and current students, to get the full story on getting your story onto the page. The Zoom Meet & Greet session will take place Sunday, February 4 at 4 pm Atlantic time. This event is free, but you must RSVP to [email protected], using the subject line MFA Meet & Greet to be placed on the guest list and provided with Zoom link.

Getting set for Day 2 of our King's MFA "New York State of Mind" virtual residency, today featuring author Sarah Weinman ("The Real Lolita: A Lost Girl, An Unth...inkable Crime, and a Scandalous Masterpiece"), audiobook experts Bryan Barney and Jeff Yamaguchi, and a panel with publishers and editors, including George Gibson (Grove Atlantic), Amy Gash (Algonquin Books) and John Glynn (Hanover Square Press). And, oh yes, tonight we'll have an evening of readings featuring the program's mentors. https://ukings.ca//master-of-fine-arts-in-creative-nonfic/ See more

Congratulations to Kirk Angus Johnson (MFA Class of 2019) whose first nonfiction book, "Some Kind of Hero: Love, Death and Trauma in a Nova Scotia Town," will b...e published by Random House Canada in October 2021. The book focuses on the story of Lionel Desmond, a former Canadian soldier suffering from PTSD, who murdered his wife, their daughter and his mother, and then died by suicide in the tiny community of Upper Big Tracadie, NS in January 2017. Like Desmond, Johnson had been a soldier, deployed to Afghanistan and had served in the same infantry regiment. Johnson too was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of his experiences. And his connections to Desmond ran even deeper. Both men were of African lineage and from small, rural Black communities. Kirk Johnson brings that unique perspective to this important story. https://kingsjournalism.com/some-kind-of-hero-mfa-grads-bo/ See more

"Marilyn Carr knew she wanted to write a book. She even knew what it would be about her hometown of Deep River, Ontario, population barely 4,000. Everyone th...inks the way they grew up was normal, she says, until it becomes clear, usually through time and experience, that perhaps it wasn’t. ... Another King's MFA publishing success story! https://kingsjournalism.com/marilyn-carrs-memoir-of-a-town/ See more

Do you have a book in you? If you have an idea for a nonfiction book, we can help you get it onto the pageand you can do it from wherever you live. Join us at ...one of three Zoom Meet & Greet sessions to speak with faculty, mentors, alumni and current students, and get the full story. Western Canada: Tuesday, November 3 at 6:30 pm Pacific time Central Canada: Wednesday, November 4 at 7:30 pm Eastern time Atlantic Canada: Thursday, November 5 at 7:30 Atlantic time RSVP [email protected], using the subject line MFA Meet & Greet https://kingsjournalism.com/kings-mfa-meet-greets-do-you-h/

Congratulations, Jon Tattrie, Class of 2020... https://oakvillenews.org//peace-by-chocolate-jon-tattrie/

Whether you’re working on a novel, a memoir or a more journalistic piece, the King’s Online Writing Workshops can help you take your skills and your project to the next level. Our non-credit 8-week workshops are open to everyone, whether you’re still at the idea phase or already have words down on the page! Courses in fall 2020 will run online using the Zoom platform from the week of October 19 to the week of December 7. Space is limited, so sign up early to avoid disappointment!

The latest edition of The Scribbler, the King's MFA in Creative Nonfiction program's newsletter, is now available. With all sorts of writing news worth celebrating from students, alumni, mentors and faculty. Read ... and share. http://stephenkimberassociates.cmail19.com//3E510A2054101E

Congratulations to King's MFA grad Dr. Christian Smith. His captivating, one-of-a-kind memoir introduces readers to the larger-than-life tale of his mother a...n internationally famous psychic with a reputation for startling and consistently accurate predictions and my quest to make scientific sense of it all. But the story is about more than just his scientist’s quest. It also weaves together the strands of a complicated mother-son relationship. Over time, Smith notes, the high profile and emotionally depleting work affected my mother’s health and relationships, addiction took over her life, and I pulled away. Christian Smith's book is available for pre-order now. https://kingsjournalism.com/the-psychic-and-her-son-the-sc/

Rediscovering Canada: The Petawawa Paradox," by Bernard Wood (King’s MFA Class of 2020) is one of the finalists for this year’s Penguin Random House Book Propo...sal prize. Wood rediscovers Canada, and its hidden stories, through the window of one spectacular place. As we confront injustices in our history, this book asks whether and how we can still be proud of our country. The distinctive name of Petawawa resonates with millions as the home of Canada’s first great army camp through a turbulent century of wars and peacekeeping abroad. But Wood has also found the deeper stories of this beautiful, unforgiving place at the heart of the upheavals and struggles in this land, from pre-history to today’s headlines. Read an excerpt here. https://kingsjournalism.com/bernard-woods-petawawa-paradox/ See more

"UnveilingIntimate Stories of Muslim Women in North America by Sheima Benembarek (King’s MFA Class of 2020) is one of the finalists for this year’s Penguin Ra...ndom House Book Proposal prize. Benembarek narrates the sex lives of Muslim women living across the continent as they try to reconcile faith and sexual freedoms. 'Unveiling' not only gives an unparalleled look into the lives of these women, but it also gives them a voiceone that is rarely heard. Read more about why she is writing the book here. https://kingsjournalism.com/sheima-benembareks-unveiling-a/ See more