5 Canadian emerging writers named 2025 Writers' Trust rising stars

5 Canadian emerging writers named 2025 Writers' Trust rising stars

This year's cohort is Allison Graves, Zilla Jones, Dilan Qadir, Liz Stewart and Isabella Wang.

5 Canadian emerging writers named 2025 Writers’ Trust rising stars

Allison Graves, Zilla Jones, Dilan Qadir, Liz Stewart and Isabella Wang have been named the 2025 Writers’ Trust of Canada’s Rising Stars. Launched in 2019, the Writers’ Trust Rising Stars program is an initiative supporting Canadian writers early in their careers. Each year, five talented emerging writers are chosen and mentored by prominent Canadian authors. The recipients also receive $5,000 and attend a two-week self-directed writing residenc…

Zilla Jones is one of the five 2025 Writers' Trust of Canada Rising Stars!

We’re thrilled to share some exciting news – Zilla Jones is one of the five 2025 Writers’ Trust of Canada Rising Stars! Established in 2019, the Writers’ Trust Rising Stars program celebrates and supports emerging Canadian writers. Each year, five promising talents are selected and paired with esteemed Canadian authors for mentorship and career development. Zilla’s novel, THE WORLD SO WIDE, is out April 26, 2025. Order your copy today! Zilla is …