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A Festival for Writers, Readers, and Fans
Friday August 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm MDT
So many of us introverted authors have brilliant words to share, but a solid dose of anxiety and inexperience when it comes to sharing them.  Whether you're a seasoned storyteller or a basement bard, this workshop has tangible exercises to strengthen your reading & delivery regardless of your ability.  Using some warm-up activities and techniques, we will have even the most reserved writer tiptoeing towards the podium.  Doing exercises to develop our hand gestures, intonation, body language, dynamics, and more, we’ll break down the performance toolkit into manageable steps that anyone can master.
Presenters
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Miranda Krogstad

Spoken Word Poet, YYSpeak
Miranda Krogstad is a TEDx speaker and bestselling author of the book Glass Half Full of Poetry.  A spoken word poet, eternal optimist, and workshop facilitator, Krogstad has connected with thousands of writers in dozens of cities across Western Canada.  A member of the 2016 national... Read More →
Friday August 14, 2026 1:30pm - 2:45pm MDT
Hyatt Regency Calgary - Imperial Ballroom 6 700 Centre St S, Calgary, AB T2G 5P6, Canada

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