Dawn Watson Memorial PrizeSingle Poem
The 2022-23 Judge: Dr. Sean Wiebe Sean Wiebe is a poet and professor at the University of Prince Edward Island with over thirty years of experience in the higher education and K-12 sectors. His books and academic articles cover such topics as creativity, digital literacies, and curriculum. The 2021-2022 judge: Leigh Faulkner The 2021-22 Winners: First Place: Edyn Clowater, The Story Never Told Second Place: Shaun Cunningham, Grid Road, Saskatchewan Third Place: Shari Andrews, Her Open Mouth Honourable Mention: Shari Andrews, Snow on Evergreen Honourable Mention: Frederick Mundle, One Sighting | Prize SponsorsFeatured memberAs a past prize recipient in the categories for the Dawn Watson Memorial Prize (2022) and the Alfred G. Bailey Prize , I encourage all members to enter the annual WFNB Literary Contest. Even though I have had the support of mentors and a writing group through the years, the act of putting words on paper is a solitary one. In the end the discipline required has to come from within. To have my work judged by knowledgeable and accomplished peers has given me much encouragement and validation to continue. As well, it is always a pleasure to receive the judge's helpful critique. Wishing you luck and success in this year's competition! --Shari Andrews |