(July 2023) The upcoming
TU Book Expo's International Writers' Workshop (
IWW) is taking place on
Saturday, July 29, 2023 at Lauft (Shops at Don Mills location, 21 Karl Fraser Rd. # N 007) in Toronto from 2:00pm to 4:00pm EST. International participants are also encouraged to join the workshop online.
For those who live in the Greater Toronto Area, the workshop also presents an opportunity for guests to spend time in one of the Lauft locations, and to learn more about their features, availability, and the convenience the workspace can provide for professionals looking for a quiet place to work, room rentals, or a change of scenery.
Lauft's model is centered around an
on-demand app that features hourly and daily rates for users; this "flexible approach to remote work" is a great option for writers in particular, who may have unconventional work schedules or a variety of needs for office space.
Some of the features available for rental/use include: SmartDesks, boardrooms, and Lauft can be easily accessed through locations in Ajax, Burlington, Castlefield, Don Mills, and Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.
There are no leases or memberships required to access Lauft's modern spaces. "With the ability to book hourly, daily, or monthly, we're on a mission to empower everyone to do their best work in the most consistent, convenient, and professional way possible." ~ Lauft
"We look forward to connecting with local writers at the Don Mills location; Lauft is a wonderful resource for writers and entrepreneurs," said Kya Publishing's Stacey Robinson. "Having a comfortable work environment is an important part of being productive, and Lauft is ideal for independent practitioners who need an occasional office to work from."
The theme for the 5th edition of the writers' workshop is "Black Writers' Wellness Check-In," and will feature a panel discussion, spoken word performances, and opportunities for writers to network and meet with presenting authors.
Registration/admission is free, and available online via EventBrite. There is an optional $15 workbook available for both in-person and virtual attendees featuring resources and exercises to support writing processes.
International participants are encouraged! Readers, writers, and literary supporters from all communities are welcome to attend!
The IWW is co-sponsored by the
Toronto Arts Council, Toronto's
Kya Publishing, Nairobi's
Mutendei Writes, Cleveland's
Elevated Waves Publishing, and Toronto's
Bstellar® Group Inc.Contact: tube@kyapublishing.com | Information: TUBookExpo.com
