Sara de Waal is a writer and teacher from Abbotsford, BC. She graduated from the Master of Fine Arts Program at the University of British Columbia in 2020 and her first picture book, 48 Grasshopper Estates, was released with Annick Press in April, 2021. … More 5 Questions for Sara de Waal
Guyanese-Canadian author and writing instructor Natasha Deen has published over 24 works for kids and teens, and she writes in a variety of genres, from non-fiction to speculative fiction. … More 5 Questions for Natasha Deen
Anita Miettunen is a writer and illustrator from Vancouver, BC, who loves exploring the natural world. Big Blue Forever, her first children’s book, was published by Red Deer Press in 2017. Anita serves as the Regional Advisor for the SCBWI’s Canada West chapter and also reviews books for CM: Canadian Review of Materials. … More 5 Questions for Anita Miettunen
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Goodnight, Astronaut combines the excitement and wonder of life as an astronaut with story and illustrations that would convince even the most excitable little dreamer of the importance of a good night’s rest. … More Goodnight, Astronaut by Scott Kelly, Illus. by Izzy Burton
Ashley is the author and illustrator of many books including the best selling The Most Magnificent Thing and the Binky The Space Cat series. She is a drinker of tea, eater of candy and lover of cats. When she is not making books, she enjoys yoga, jogging and fostering orphan kittens for her local shelter. Ashley lives just outside Vancouver, British Columbia with her dog and far too many felines. … More 5 Questions for Ashley Spires
Marie Powell’s adventures in castle-hopping across North Wales resulted in her award-winning historical fantasy series, Last of the Gifted. Spirit Sight (Book 1) and Water Sight (Book 2), released in 2020. Marie is the author of more than 40 children’s books, along with award-winning short stories and poetry. She holds a Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Creative Writing from UBC, among other degrees. … More 5 Questions for Marie Powell
Happy June! This month we bring you exciting author interviews, fun summer reading lists, and lively virtual events for author and readers. Cozy up with your favoourite mug of (iced) tea, and happy reading! … More YAing News: June
Sabina Khan writes about Muslim teens who straddle cultures. She was born in Germany, spent her teens in Bangladesh, and lived in Macao, Illinois, and Texas before settling down in British Columbia with her husband, two daughters, and the best puppy in the world. … More 5 Questions for Sabina Khan
Hello, Dear Readers. We are sure enjoying these bright, near-summery days, and we hope you are too. Has anyone gotten started on their summer reading lists yet? … More YAing News: May
Tash is a Welsh-Canadian author and teacher. Their publications include The Psionics series (NineStar Press), and the JLG Gold Standard Selection Blood Sport (Orca Books) as well as multiple anthology contributions. They are a recipient of the Shoot for the Moon fund for trans writers and a founding mentor in the Trans Tipping Point Program. … More 5 Questions for Tash McAdam
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