Don’t miss out on
one of Southern Ontario’s un(der)discovered literary gems!
gritLIT: Hamilton’s Readers & Writers Festival is entering its
second successful decade and is growing every year. The festival attracts
audiences from all over the GTA and Golden Horseshoe, with dynamic and
interactive readings, discussions and workshops held at the beautiful Art
Gallery of Hamilton (123 King Street West).
Established in 2004 by Hamilton author Krista Foss, gritLIT has introduced
Hamilton’s dynamic book-loving community to writers from across Canada, while
at the same time offering local literary stars a chance to showcase their work.
Over the years, gritLIT has provided Hamilton readers and writers personal interaction
with and mentorship from some of Canada’s most respected national and international-award-winning
authors — authors like Rawi Hage, Kathleen Winter, Dennis Lee, Emma Donoghue
and local luminary Lawrence Hill (The
Book of Negroes), to name a few.
Each year, the festival creates new opportunities for involvement.
gritLIT has hosted blue pencil rooms, writing workshops, and master classes,
and has brought writers of children’s and young adults' books into local schools
and libraries. gritLIT runs an annual writing competition (short story and
poetry) that attracts entries from established and emerging authors across
Canada and overseas. One of this year’s short story winners is from Australia! Workshops
and meet-up events also give local writers many opportunities to interact and
hone their skills.
As Hamilton’s premier literary festival, gritLIT is poised to entertain
and influence budding writers and devoted readers for years to come as its
author list continues to expand along with its membership. This year’s festival
runs April, 16-19th.
For more information and the schedule of events, visit www.gritlit.ca.
To arrange an interview or for other media inquiries, email
Mike at mpoeltl@gritlit.ca
