Opportunity

Toronto Public Library Bonfire #TRL-WIR-Spring-2027-mystery-fiction

Toronto Public Library Writer in Residence (Mystery Fiction) Opportunity

Posted

August 17, 2026

Respond By

October 15, 2026

Identifier

TRL-WIR-Spring-2027-mystery-fiction

NAICS

711510

Toronto Public Library (TPL) is seeking an experienced mystery fiction writer for an eight-week Writer in Residence program at the Toronto Reference Library. - Government buyer: - Toronto Public Library (TPL), Ontario, Canada - Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge St. - Service requested: - Writer in Residence (Mystery Fiction) - Eight-week residency for Spring 2027 - Intended for writers serving an adult audience - Application requirements: - Summary of writing experience - Curriculum vitae - Program proposals - Writing samples (15-20 pages) - Reference letters - Must be Canadian citizen or permanent resident - Unique requirements: - No products or OEMs involved; this is a service opportunity for individual writers - Residency is focused on mystery fiction for adults - No vendors or manufacturers are mentioned, as this is a professional service opportunity.

Description

Toronto Public Library invites writers of mystery fiction for an adult audience with extensive writing experience to apply for the role of Toronto Reference Library Spring 2027 Writer in Residence. This 8-week residency is estimated to take place from March 29 to May 22, 2027, at the Toronto Reference Library located at 789 Yonge St. Applicants must submit various documents including a summary of experience, CV, program proposals, writing samples, reference letters, and confirm Canadian citizenship or permanent residency. The opportunity is an Expression of Interest (EOI) and is currently open for submissions.

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