This poem was inspired by the film Bonnard: Pierre and Marthe, which explores the relationship between Post-Impressionist French painter Pierre Bonnard and his model/muse/partner/wife Marthe. Thank you to @pinholepoetry.bsky.social for including it in the current issue! pinholepoetry.ca/13935-2/

📣 📣 Archives resource alert! Archive Basics from The National Archives, UK includes “resources for those new to the sector, or those who may not be archive professionals – such as members of community archives and owners of private collections.” www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec...

A Vancouver Historian’s Family Letters Offer Insights Into the First World War montecristomagazine.com/community/va...

Received a rejection for a writing-related something I wanted so badly and which seemed to be the perfect fit. Really, really hurts and makes me question everything about myself as a writer, (at least, for the duration of this pity party). Send emotional support memes.

Wrote the first few pages of my next novel and that feeling of starting something fresh and new is like some kind of drug, I swear.

Didn’t work on my book during today’s writing timeslot, but I did get about 2/3 of my archives + storytelling workshop presentation drafted. 😅 Does that count?

It’s true what they say: time flies. Or more accurately, it speeds by like a rocket. Anyone else wondering where September went? I’m still here, even when I’ve gone quiet. And there will be more exciting voyages to come. Hope you’ll stick around for the ride. sonianicholson.com/2025/09/24/t...

Want to support a Canadian author today? (👋 🇨🇦 🙋‍♀️) Share a photo of a Canadian book you love with the hashtags #canadianbook and #OLDay. It would mean a lot!

📣 📣 Attention fellow history/archives/genealogy nerds! Here’s the full listing to date of @victoriags.org’s new season. Check out all the workshops, seminars, heritage history hours, and other events on offer (including one by yours truly on January 31) victoriags.org/content.aspx...

We're so excited for upcoming workshop from Sonia so we can also talk about her latest fictional novel for all #genealogy lovers, Provenance Unknown.

A friend sent this article to me with the note “when you turn 86 I expect to read about you opening a book store for emerging writers 🙂” and I can’t tell you how much I needed that today. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

So … this is happening! Join my archives + storytelling workshop January 31 for the @victoriags.org — in person or online, registration open: victoriags.org/content.aspx...

Turns out when you visit the university library on an August evening — well in advance of classes starting — to do book research, you not only get an amazing pick of resources, but you also have the place to yourself.

Yesterday, I received the Stripes Literary Magazine e-newsletter and it reminded me it's been 5 months since my chapbook Asleep/Awake hit the world 💕 Their suggested activity for the week is to read and review it, so if you're so inclined, here's the link: tinyurl.com/5cayjv3c

August, slow? Not so much! Embarrassment at an amusement park, a winning 6-word story, steam train ride, book mail, connecting with a France friend and some travel memories from my teens, plus a 5-star review for good measure. Read all about it: sonianicholson.com/2025/08/26/f...

So … I found a diary (which I completely forgot existed) from my first trip to France when I was a wide-eyed, small-town, France-obsessed, almost 16-year-old. It’s … what you’d expect 😆. Comment with a number from 1 to 35 and I’ll give you a line from that page while trying not to cringe! 🙈

A new ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ review for Provenance Unknown! Thank you ☺️ (It’s never too late to add yours! Every review helps authors with visibility.) www.goodreads.com/book/show/61...

I’m applying for a writing ✨thing✨ and it requires “professional references.” Writers, who do you approach for this? Writing group members? Other authors? Agent? Advice please!

Canadian Author Sues Four AI Companies for Copyright Infringement www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/...

Unexpected, but so very exciting: my entry was a winner in the recent 6-word story contest put on by Vestige Story and @thenewquarterly.bsky.social , who are now collaborating on “initiatives that highlight the intersection of tactile artistry and narrative depth.” (I love this!)

Not gonna lie—I’m darn tired. But July has been filled with lots of good: from Canada Day walks down memory lane to new poetry; from an archives-hosted book event, to pink elephants (yes, you read that right!), to fun on a work trip. Here’s to all the adventures! sonianicholson.com/2025/07/28/s...

Great article on the power and importance of corporate #archives. www.forbes.com/sites/vibhas...

When a fan surprises you with the perfect gift inspired by your book🥹. Meet Rutley the pink elephant from Rutledge Park, in watering can form! (Find Rutley in the pages of Provenance Unknown) What a lovely, thoughtful, and appreciated gesture. Thank you!

Well hello again, Calgary. #yyc

Do you like poetry? How about extremely affordable but high quality poetry? The chapbooks from Stripes Literary Magazine (including mine) are just 1.42 CAD (0.99 USD) to download. tinyurl.com/mr22mb8y

Archives! Local history! And a little piece of France in Victoria. See you at 4 pm inside Saanich Archives.

Tomorrow’s the day! And I’ve earmarked all the nerdish archives-related passages to read, just for the occasion. 🤓

(Well, this month got away from me!) Calling all archives, genealogy, & local history fans in Victoria: I’ll be doing a signing event at Saanich Archives on Thursday! A meet-and-greet, with a dash of reading, and copies available for purchase. Hope to see you there. facebook.com/events/s/aut...

"—curved sickle already raised for harvest pulls my crops towards you..." Read "errands" by @Nicholson-Sonia.bsky.social: buff.ly/uvR73UW #PoetryCommunity #Poetry #WritingCommunity #5amWritersClub #LitMag

Yes, we’re open. #LitMag #LiteraryJournal #LiteraryMagazine #Art #Fiction #Poetry #WritingCommunity #PoetryCommunity #WritersLift #FlashFiction #MultiGenre #ScienceFiction #Fantasy #Romance #Romantasy #Mystery #LiteraryFiction #Noir #Horror #Comedy #Photography #Painting #Sculpture #DigitalArt

Archives across Canada are grossly underfunded and have to compete for one pot of federal funding, the Documentary Heritage Communities Program. #archives #library 📚

It’s never too late 💕 🇫🇷 “Ultimately, I knew that I didn’t want to say on my deathbed, ‘I always wanted to move to France but didn’t’,’” www.cnn.com/travel/ameri...

"—curved sickle already raised for harvest pulls my crops towards you..." Read "errands" by @Nicholson-Sonia.bsky.social: moonlitgetaway.com/new-poetry/errands #PoetryCommunity #Poetry #WritingCommunity #ReadingCommunity #LitMag #OpenForSubmissions #MoonLitGetaway

"—curved sickle already raised for harvest pulls my crops towards you..." Read "errands" by @Nicholson-Sonia.bsky.social: moonlitgetaway.com/new-poetry/errands #PoetryCommunity #Poetry #WritingCommunity #ReadingCommunity #LitMag

New poem in @mgliterary.bsky.social today!

Tomorrow on MoonLit Getaway. Poetry - Sonia Nicholson @nicholson-sonia.bsky.social Fiction - Chris Cottom @chriscottom.bsky.social Interview - John RC Potter #WritingCommunity #PoetryCommunity #ReadingCommunity #LitMag #LiteraryJournal #OpenForSubmissions #MoonLitGetaway #5amWritersClub

Coming this Monday on MoonLit Getaway. Poetry: Sonia Nicholson @nicholson-sonia.bsky.social Fiction: Chris Cottom @chriscottom.bsky.social Interview: John RC Potter #WritingCommunity #PoetryCommunity #ReadingCommunity #LitMag #LiteraryJournal #OpenForSubmissions #MoonLitGetaway

“I’m grateful. […] For the magical moments big and small that will stick with me, from sitting and chatting in the sun with friends, to hitting the dance floor with my parents and sister.” June’s been a busy month! Read all about it: sonianicholson.com/2025/06/28/t...

Toronto contributor Emanuel Melo shared his thoughts on the new Portuguese Canadian anthology in his blog. Thank you, Emanuel! thetorzorean.com/2025/06/11/h...

“One writer recounts the bureaucratic dance of claiming citizenship in their parents’ homeland […]” That’s how @arquipelagopress.bsky.social describes my essay included in HERE & ELSEWHERE: AN ANTHOLOGY OF PORTUGUESE CANADIAN WRITERS. arquipelagopress.com/product/here...

The inaugural issue of The Cassiopeia Review is out today, and it includes one of my poems! “Equuleus” first appeared in my micro-chapbook ASLEEP/AWAKE, and now you can also catch it in this collection for the stargazers and poets. Vita Stellarum is out now. heyzine.com/flip-book/4a...

Toronto friends, join us as we celebrate the launch of HERE & ELSEWHERE, taking place at the beautiful Peach Gallery on June 19th! Come for the words, stay for the community! #PortugueseCanadian

I’m not able to attend, sadly, but the Toronto launch for HERE & ELSEWHERE: AN ANTHOLOGY OF PORTUGUESE CANADIAN WRITERS will take place at The Peach Gallery on June 19th, 6:30 pm. Please share with your Toronto-area family and friends. It would be nice to have a full house!

I find the history of food fascinating. My dad who lived through the Great Depression and WW II always kept a fully stocked pantry and I think it was because of his experiences. www.bbc.com/travel/artic...

@49thshelf.bsky.social has included Here & Elsewhere: An Anthology of Portuguese Canadian Writers in its June giveaway. Enter for a chance to win! 49thshelf.com/Giveaways

I’m proud to have a piece included in the Here & Elsewhere anthology, out for Portuguese Heritage Month! 🇵🇹

New poem out today in The Amazine! theamazine.com/2025/06/03/b... #poetry