Starting on May 7th, I’ll be teaching an Introduction to Novel Writing course at the University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies, where they’ve developed quite a program over the years. I know a number of great writers who have taught some course or another there, and I’ve now been added to their roster of instructors, so that is pretty alright.

I actually did my undergrad at U of T, starting right before the turn of the century (actual), but I never figured I’d be teaching at some part of it years later. During my writing career though, I’ve had some very rewarding experiences mentoring emerging writers, speaking at universities to their creative writing students, and being on many panels and at a bunch of festivals where trying to give advice and guidance to emerging writers has been a highlight.

So, if this all appeals to you, or anyone you know, who is within travellin’ range of Toronto, please check out this link for the course, which is now up with my bio and such. There are only three sections this spring/summer, so get enrolled quick in case my section (165) fills up.

For more information on the School of Continuing Studies, and their formidable creative writing wing, you can click on this line and find the overall site with all of their course offerings. There have been some really exciting success stories for writers who’ve taken this certificate, and the faculty rivals any other MFA or MA in the land.

Now they’ve got their rural Ontario mayhem and poor people writing spot shored up with this guy, so spread the word and I’ll see some of you folks in May. Cheers, all.