The Shuswap Association of Writers is proud to bring you the 2026 Askew’s Word on the Lake Anthology. This 104-page book collects thirteen stories and poems from the winners of the 2026 Word on the Lake Writing Contest and some of the amazing presenters at the 2026 festival.
Ebook
The Askew’s Word on the Lake Anthology 2026 is now available in epub format (for iPad and most other e-readers), mobi format (for older Kindle devices), and PDF for $7.50. You can purchase the anthology right here using a major credit card or your PayPal account. As soon as your payment is processed, you will be provided a download link right away.
If you prefer the mobi ebook format for Kindle e-readers, you can purchase the anthology at Amazon.ca.
The print version of the anthology is available through Amazon.ca.
Questions or problems with ordering an anthology? Send an email to WotLContest@gmail.com.
All sales of the Askew’s Word on the Lake Anthology go directly toward supporting the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival.
From our Contest Sponsor — Askew’s
Askew’s Foods is proud to continue our longstanding sponsorship of the Word on the Lake Writers’ Festival, supporting this cherished event year after year. The festival is a vibrant platform for new, emerging, and established writers to gather, share, and celebrate the richness and diversity of the written word, and the talented voices who bring stories and poetry to life.
Now more than ever, it is essential for people and communities to find common ground. Storytelling — whether through writing, reading, or simply immersing oneself in a book — has a remarkable power to connect us all. It opens our eyes to different perspectives, deepens our understanding, and reveals the shared experiences that unite us. These bonds among readers and writers foster empathy, strengthen community, and remind us of the values we share.
At Askew’s, we believe these shared experiences are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant community. Through our support of this festival, we are honoured to help nurture a creative space where ideas, stories, and voices are exchanged — encouraging both personal well-being and a collective sense of belonging and goodwill.
With a legacy of more than ninety-seven years serving our community, Askew’s remains deeply committed to supporting the arts and the people who make Salmon Arm such a special place. We are proud to champion the writers and storytellers who enrich our lives and bring us together through their words.
— David Askew
President and CEO, Askew’s Foods