The Writer's Voice Workshop (Spring 2026)

Do you find the idea of reading your work to an audience daunting? Fact: many authors don't take the time to prepare for this, which sucks because it's the most effective way of grabbing attention, not to mention selling books. The Writer's Voice Workshop is an opportunity to hone your skills (yes, there will be a microphone) and pick up some tips to make your next presentation less anxiety-provoking.

Hosted by author Matt Cahill. The event is PWYC.

1. Please register via Eventbrite (or you can contact me directly at [email protected]).
2. Prepare to bring a short piece to workshop (3-5 mins). I will be in contact in order to get a copy of your work (this is solely for me to follow along when you present; I will delete works I've received after the workshop out of confidentiality).
3. That's basically it.

This is a learning environment, where vulnerability and mistake-making are part of the process. Above all this will be a respectful environment, where writers of all walks and abilities will be supported. As such, I reserve the right to ask any attendee to leave if they are not willing to show respect toward their peers.

Matt Cahill is the author of two published novels and several published short stories and essays. His debut novel, The Society of Experience, was picked as a must-read by Harper’s Bazaar magazine and was longlisted for the Sunburst Award. His short stories have appeared online and in print in Canada and the United Kingdom. His essay, On Madness Within Imagination, was selected for The Best Canadian Essays 2017. His second novel, Radioland, was released in 2022 and was a finalist for the Foreward INDIES.

Has also done voice-over work for TV commericals, feature films and long-form documentaries.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Avenue, Toronto, Canada

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