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“Pilots” (written by a fourth grader)

Someone recently gave this to me, and although it’s a little outdated, it’s still pretty cute. I’m sure my pilot friends will appreciate it, and my writer friends will recognize some of the public misperceptions about our vocation (just substitute the word “pilot” for “writer”!): “I want to be a pilot when I grow upContinue reading ““Pilots” (written by a fourth grader)”

Frontenac House to Publish 100 Years of Aviation in Canada’s North

It’s official: Frontenac House has announced in Quill & Quire that it’s acquired the rights to my next book, 100 Years of Aviation in Canada’s North! Read the announcement by clicking here. I’m really excited to be working with the folks at Frontenac House, which recently merged with rapidBOOKS to create Frontenac House Media. SynthesisContinue reading “Frontenac House to Publish 100 Years of Aviation in Canada’s North”

Reader Recommended for CBC Canada Reads

CBC’s Canada Reads 2012 has adopted the theme of “True Stories.” While my last book, For the Love of Flying: The Story of Laurentian Air Services, wasn’t among the top contenders, one thoughtful reader from Edmonton submitted it. I don’t know Marlo, but thanks very much for the kind words that appeared on the CBC CanadaContinue reading “Reader Recommended for CBC Canada Reads”

Charlotte Gray Comes to Edmonton!

Me and Charlotte Gray after her talk in Edmonton   I was absolutely thrilled to learn that Charlotte Gray, my CanHist hero, was going to be in Edmonton this week as a guest of LitFest and STARFest. Last Saturday night she spoke at the St. Albert library to a room full of fans – one ofContinue reading “Charlotte Gray Comes to Edmonton!”

Artist Takeover in Edmonton

Natasha Deen, author of several books including a new YA one, True Grime, decided to put on an artist takeover at the Whitemud Crossing Library. After several weeks of coordinating with the library, sponsors, and a group of us writers/artists, her vision came to life.      Through PA announcements and us physically going to round people up, weContinue reading “Artist Takeover in Edmonton”

Edmontonians Sizzling 20 Under Thirty

Last Thursday I was one of twenty under-30s who received recognition by Edmontonians magazine at its 10th annual reception. I was very lucky to be surrounded by six of the “Sizzlers” in my life: my husband, Doug, and five of my good friends. Several of them are movers and shakers in their own right, as writers,Continue reading “Edmontonians Sizzling 20 Under Thirty”

Survival of the “Feetest” in Toronto

On a recent trip to Toronto I was able to get together with a good friend from my undergrad years at McGill University, Katie Reed. We met at her shop, Sole Survivor, in Kensington Market. Katie, who is 28 years old, has owned and operated this cobbling business for two years. As a young woman,Continue reading “Survival of the “Feetest” in Toronto”

Beautiful British Columbia (and Washington State)!

Some shots from a recent road trip from Edmonton, Alberta through to BC and WA (and back): A harbour on Salt Spring Island, B.C. Salt Spring has a vibrant artist community – and many of their pieces are out for public enjoyment. Salt Spring Air seemed to have a thriving business: saw three of theirContinue reading “Beautiful British Columbia (and Washington State)!”