Caitlin, Wattpad’s Engagement Manager, tells us all about the recent Wattpad writer meetup in Toronto:
What do you get when you combine a sunny Fall afternoon, a room full of talented writers, and one of the country’s most celebrated literary figures? Why, the first ever Wattpad Writer Meetup, of course!
On Sunday September 23rd, in amongst the hustle and bustle of the popular Toronto literary festival, Word on the Street, the Wattpad team welcomed a group of hand-selected professional and amateur writers for one very special event. Taking place in the sun-splashed solarium at Regis College on the University of Toronto campus, the Wattpad Writer Meetup was one of the most highly anticipated events taking place in and around the festival and (even with the threat of storms in the forecast) the turnout was even better than we had expected!
After a brief meet-and-greet with the Wattpad team (and, of course, after nibbling on a generous spread of delicious sandwiches and yummy cupcakes!) the room full of eager attendees turned their attention to the guest of honour, Giller Prize winner Dr. Vincent Lam.
Speaking enthusiastically about his journey as a Canadian writer, as well as his ventures into online writing and his time on Wattpad, Dr. Lam both captivated and entertained the audience with his honesty and openness about the realities faced by the everyday writer living in a world of changing media.
“Wattpad is exciting because there is the opportunity to create content with depth.” - Dr. Vincent Lam
The Wattpad team spent time discussing our Wattpad Writer Program, speaking in detail about the perks of allowing us to feature their works for the Wattpad community. Hands were shook, cards were exchanged, and preparations for getting started with Wattpad were well underway as we walked them to the door and said our goodbyes (and handed out free Wattpad tees!).
A great success by any measure, a wonderful afternoon was had by all!
Join us at the next Wattpad Writer Meetup in New York this month! Find out how to meet your next million readers.