# Event Details - **Event Name**: WordSpring 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 03:30 pm (-03:00) - **Event Description**: This year, all events for WordSpring take place in Saint John, hosted by the wonderful staff at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. The tenth annual NB Book Awards--which is a free event, and open to the public-- will be held on Saturday evening at Lily Lake Pavilion. Our guest speaker is comedian and author, James Mullinger. We have a great lineup of workshops for you to enjoy, including the accomplished Robert J. Sawyer, internationally-acclaimed science fiction writer, who will present both a keynote address on Saturday morning, and a Masterclass. His keynote is entitled, Facing the Future: New Horizons in Publishing, What it Means to be a Writer, and the Promise and Peril of AI. Robert's Masterclass will follow his keynote address, entitled, Combing the Intimately Human with the Grandly Cosmic: The Keys to Writing Science Fiction that Appeals to Both the Heart and the Mind. Schedule: Friday May 29, 2026 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Welcome! Get settled, meet and greet your fellow writers, and participate in the Open Mic and book launch readings Welcome! Open Mic and book launch readings in the Bay Room. Merch table, Coffee/tea/refreshment ····DINNER ON YOUR OWN···· 6:00 pm -6:45 pm NB Writing Competition Literary Soiree Reception (cash bar), Open to the Public Top of the Town, Crowne Plaza Music By: Brent Mason 6:45 pm Welcome by the board 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Award Readings and Reception Saturday May 30, 2026 8:00 am Breakfast (complimentary for Crowne Plaza guests) 9:00 - 9:45 am Keynote Address Robert J. Sawyer - Facing the Future: New Horizons in Publishing, What it Means to be a Writer, and the Promise and Peril of AI 10:00 am — 12 pm: Workshops Robert J. Sawyer, Sci-fi Masterclass - Combing the Intimately Human with the Grandly Cosmic: The Keys to Writing Science Fiction that Appeals to Both the Heart and the Mind OR Rebecca Carrigan (pen name, Becca Blue) - MARKETING VS PUBLICITY—Real-World Promotion Strategies for Indie Authors --LUNCH BUFFET, NOON TO 1:30 PM-- 2:00 pm — 4:00 pm Workshops Joe Mahoney - Record your own Audiobooks OR Akilah Walcott - Page-to-Stage Poetry and Performance --DINNER ON YOUR OWN-- Join us to celebrate the eleventh annual NB Book Awards! 6:00 pm - 9:00pm Lily Lake Pavilion, Saint John May 30, 2026 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm The NB Book Awards Reception Music by Joseph Albert WordSpring 2026 - Marjorie Simmons 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live ceremony Host: TBA Keynote: James Mullinger Book Table : The Write Cup Bookstore Café Trophies provided by: Glass Roots Inc. Sunday May 31, 2026 8:00 am Breakfast (complimentary for Crowne Plaza guests) 9:30 am -11:30am Workshops Anastasios (Tommy) Mihalopoulos - Retelling Myth and Fairy Tales (sponsored by) OR Lesley Choyce - The craft of fiction 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Pitch the Publisher Organized and hosted by WFNB member Andrea Kikuchi. Checklist for Members Make sure you didn't forget to register for anything with limited space! Did you sign up for the Meet and Greet, Open mic and Book Launch? Did you register for Pitch the Publisher on Sunday afternoon, if you'd like to participate? This event will be coordinated by WFNB member Andrea Kikuchi, and there will be a strict time limit on presentations. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/saint-john/wordspring-2026/200029686718812 - **Event Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, workshops, science-fair, comedy, entertainment, meet-and-greet, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 84 ## Ticket Details ## Event venue details - **city**: Saint John - **state**: NB - **country**: Canada - **location**: Crowne Plaza Saint John, and Lily Lake Pavilion, Saint John - **lat**: 45.28926 - **long**: -66.05677 - **full address**: Crowne Plaza Saint John, and Lily Lake Pavilion, Saint John, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: WordSpring 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/44452ef65f61685fa455dd9afe2d6d7de7b89aaa50110209730d73aab44448d7-rimg-w1200-h429-dcffedc9-gmir?v=1779511618 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is WordSpring 2026 being held? - **A:** WordSpring 2026 takes place on Fri, 29 May, 2026 at 03:00 pm to Sun, 31 May, 2026 at 03:30 pm at Crowne Plaza Saint John, and Lily Lake Pavilion, Saint John, Canada. - **Q**: Who is organizing WordSpring 2026? - **A:** WordSpring 2026 is organized by Writers' Federation of New Brunswick. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** WordSpring 2026 is ideal for comedy fans, stand-up enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a dedicated session of curated laughs, professional acts, and sharp wit from seasoned performers. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Saint John, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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