The Town Crier
The Town Crier operated as a hub for criticism and commentary, connecting a community of writers, readers, and commentators through social media, and focusing on the interplay of literary opinion in and around the city of Toronto until its closure in February 2021.
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Why Are We Surprised by David Gilmour?
Puritan Editorial Intern André Babyn discusses his early experience reading a David Gilmour novel, what he views as a clear precursor to recent events. -
Local Publishers Launch Their Fall Lineups
In part 1 of 2, Puritan Publicity Agent Tracy Kyncl discusses the October launch of BookThug, which took place at Supermarket in Kensington Market. -
Serious Heterosexual Guys for Literary Scholarship: Responding to David Gilmour
Mariam Novick and Andrea Day, organizers of the group, Serious Heterosexual Guys for Literary Scholarship, discuss responses to David Gilmour remarks. -
Fear, Success, Momentum: A Conversation with Robin Richardson
Puritan Publicity Agent Madeline Lemire talks to award-winning poet Robin Richardson about her prolific works, writing gods, and the effects of rhyme. -
Author Notes: Mark Jordan Manner
Mark Jordan Manner answers questions about his reading habits, what he's been listening to, and his story, “When Life Gives You Doris.” -
Polyvocality in the Market: Guernica Editions’ Fall 2013 Launch
Puritan Publicity Agent Tracy Kyncl discusses Guernica Editions, their refreshing emphasis on writers, and the performers at their 2013 Fall Launch. -
Author Note: Angela Hibbs
Angela Hibbs on reading Marie Calloway, Heather Christle, Claire Brosseau, and talks about her poem "Triplets in their Bedroom, N.J., 1963" in The Puritan -
“Make it a Collaborative Enterprise:” Liz Howard on AvantGarden
Jess Taylor talks to Liz Howard, who discusses the origins of AvantGarden, her first meeting with Shannon Maguire, and the importance of collaboration. -
Another Way of Making Books
Puritan contributor Jason Freure discusses the resilience of book publishers in trying times, and current presses and books that engender the same fighting spirit. -
Thankfully, The Puritan Dug It
Puritan contributor Nate Pillman discusses the red tape involved in getting ‘absurd’ material published, and the sweet syrup of victory when doing so. -
The Grant Application Season: Supplication to a Minor Deity
Puritan writer Phoebe Wang discusses the grant season, important memberships, the sometimes opaque jargon in forms, and the secret ingredient when applying. -
Traversing Canada’s Literary Terrain
Puritan PA Tracy Kyncl discusses how high school teachers can foster literary interest, and remarks on novels by Patricia Westhof and Barry Dempster.