Two editors edit and discuss new work by a local author, live in front of the audience. This intimate look at the editing process showcases how different editors’ contributions are as individual as each author’s style. Peek behind the curtain to witness how the creative and technical sides of the editing process interweave to bring out the best in an author’s words.

Location: Room C420

Type: Live Editing Session

Presented by: Word Vancouver · Editors BC

Kyle Hawke | Tara Avery

Tara Avery

Tara Avery is a writer, editor, ghostwriter, and coach. After graduating from UBC with a BFA in Theatre, Film, and Creative Writing, she spent many years living abroad, collecting material for future writing. Tara believes words have the power to unite, entertain, and teach us. Mostly, she’s just thrilled she’s achieved her childhood dream of working with them for a living. www.taraavery.com

Kyle Hawke

Kyle Hawke is a poet, voice artist, and editor. Through his various interactions with words, he knows how they can change the world and wants to give them the platform to do so. whispers of humanity, Kyle’s first collection of poetry in book form, juxtaposed with the art of Wade Edwards, was launched at the start of the pandemic. He claims no causal relationship. He lives in Vancouver, BC.