I’m not actually sure when I started coordinating the writing contest for Surrey International Writers’ Conference. I think…it was around the turn of the century. =) At any rate, it’s been a yearly part of my life since then, and has given me the opportunity to work with a group of amazing writers who haveContinue reading “Writing Contest Deadline: 24 hours!”
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Podcast fun…
Hey — happy fall! Who’s drinking pumpkin lattes, yet…? I’ve just refilled my pumpkin spice chai tea tin, so… well, that’s pretty much cemented my hipster doofus status, yes? While we’re on the subject of being a doofus, you can watch/listen to me wax rhapsodic about my job, the publishing process in general and self-publishingContinue reading “Podcast fun…”
North Van signing a Labour [Day!] of love…
Great day today at the Marine Drive Indigo in North Van. Signed a bunch of books for friends old and new and left a bunch of signed copies behind for those who couldn’t make it. Big thanks to the MARVELLOUS team at the store –Brett, Marie, Jesse and all their great booksellers who made meContinue reading “North Van signing a Labour [Day!] of love…”
Tour Signing — North Vancouver Kilted Mummy sighting imminent!
This Saturday, September 5th I’ll be signing copies of FINDING FRASER at the Marine Drive Indigo in North Vancouver. I’ll have my best friend, the kilted and Scottish-woollens-bedecked mummy with me. If you are brave, you will wear a kilt. If you are truly Brave Of Heart, you will watch me denude the mummy andContinue reading “Tour Signing — North Vancouver Kilted Mummy sighting imminent!”
It’s here…!
So… what do you think? We’ve been working on the new site design for months. Tried to create a fun, clean interface, with black print on white pages to protect your eyes, imagery to reflect my books and a feel that doesn’t take itself too seriously. Please poke around and have a look. I’m stillContinue reading “It’s here…!”
Tour Wrap-Up… and Something NEW!
The final day of this book tour took place on a sunshiney Penticton morning, outside the wonderful Hooked On Books. Big thanks to Judy for inviting me, and to my signing companion, children’s writer Rie Charles for keeping the day interesting! We chatted with folks walking through the Saturday market and had a lovely morning.Continue reading “Tour Wrap-Up… and Something NEW!”
Magical Mosaic
Mosaic as in Mosaic Books, of course, found on the main drag of Kelowna, BC. My visit there was lovely, thanks to the terrific staff and amazing readers who came out to meet me. A big thank you to Alicia and all her girls. It was a steamy day, and the cool aisles of MosaicContinue reading “Magical Mosaic”
Vernon!
The final leg of this amazing book tour takes me back into the Interior, and the first stop is in Vernon at the marvellous Bookland. Bethany led a great group of booksellers, and I had such a fun visit. Nearly one of the first people to walk in the door was this lovely lady, LeilaContinue reading “Vernon!”
Williams Lake!
Home of cowboys and a Stampede, but also … in BC! Luckily for me, Williams Lake ALSO has a great bookstore full of readers, all of whom welcomed me with open arms to this central BC town. Special thanks to Angela for the invitation to The Open Book, and to Jen and Mackenzie for beingContinue reading “Williams Lake!”
Heavenly Hazelton
Holy crow. This has been one amazing tour. I have met the most remarkable people, and seen the most remarkable things. And driven remarkable bridges… Hazelton is now officially the furthest north I have ever been in British Columbia. It’s just a couple hours drive from the Alaska border, and man — what a beautifulContinue reading “Heavenly Hazelton”
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