About
Sabrina Spenser Smith is a Winnipeg-based poet, essayist, editor, and photographer. Her debut book of poetry, A brief relief from hunger, was published by Gordon Hill Press in 2023.Sabrina's writing has also appeared in The Malahat Review, Prairie Fire, Contemporary Verse 2, The Capilano Review, Poetry Is Dead, Vallum, subTerrain, The Puritan, and SAD Mag.Sabrina teaches writing workshops, has edited poetry, non-fiction, and children’s books, and served as a reader for CBC’s 2025 Poetry Prize. She holds a BA in creative writing and journalism from Vancouver Island University and an MFA in creative writing from the University of British Columbia.
Classes and workshops
Writing Poems About Your LifeA generative workshop for anyone curious about turning personal moments into poetry. You’ll write each week from prompts and short readings, with space for conversation and reflection. No experience needed.Mondays, Jan 21 – Feb 9, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (CST)
McNally Robinson Booksellers
4000-1120 Grant Ave, Winnipeg, MB
Crafting Your Literary Career PathA practical, two-hour online workshop for emerging writers. We’ll explore the many paths for gaining experience beyond publication—editing, teaching, readings, mentorships, grants, community work and more—and look at how to craft a clear, compelling literary CV. After the session, participants may submit their CV for individualized feedback.Tuesday, Jan 13, 2026
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM (CST)
Online (via Zoom)
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