There Is Much to Savour In This Memoir
This book tests my understanding of the word calamity, which is usually defined as “a state of deep distress or misery.”
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This book tests my understanding of the word calamity, which is usually defined as “a state of deep distress or misery.”
There Is Much to Savour In This Memoir Read More »
Yukon authors Kay Deborah Linley and Kathryn Couture wrote books about a kayaking tour, as well as a fantasy series about wolves.
The Wolves of Winter is Tyrell Johnson’s first published novel. It’s set in the Yukon, but he hadn’t actually been here until he came to Whitehorse for last month’s Yukon Writers’ Festival.
A dystopian life near the Blackstone River Read More »
When Beverley Gray started her business, over 20 years ago, it began with filling a need for her own family.
Bestselling Canadian author Lawrence Hill pursues a lifelong interest in African diaspora narratives. As a part of the research for a book he’s writing about
When the Land Has a Character Read More »
This is the second of a five part series by Dan Davidson about the professional authors participating in the Yukon Writers’ Festival and the Young Authors
Using Stories to Make People Think Read More »
Until a couple of years ago, there was a wonderfully entertaining fantasy writer by the name of Terry Pratchett. Perhaps there still is, somewhere on
So, Is Our Planet Round, or Flat? Read More »
Libraries are the most thrilling silent spaces to walk into; to me, they’re goldmines of intrigue. But when going in blind, the variety and selection
How to Choose a Library Book Read More »
Ever since she was a little girl, Teva Harrison drew. She studied art after high school. But, as it often goes, “needing to make a
Learning how to Live Joyfully Read More »
Unlike many a published author, Saskatoon writer Sandy Bonny didn’t study to become one. It just happened. “I haven’t got an English degree,” she says,
Nurturing Good Writing Read More »
The following story was my submission for the 1994 Yukon Young Authors’ Conference. There, I got to work with acclaimed Canadian playwright Guillermo Verdeccia, who
In windy Skagway, the boat people make their way from the cruise ships into town several times a day, clogging the streets and shops. I
Winnowing Word in the Windy City Read More »
You might know Astrid Zoer from Hendrik’s Barber Shop in Whitehorse, or as the psychic medium at Lifepath Readings, but she recently added “author” to
A Conversation with Astrid Zoer: Local Psychic, Barber and Author Read More »
If you asked your spouse if you could take five years off work in order to devote your time to writing, what would they say?
Simon says, Put your writing first Read More »
“We’re a productive bunch!” said Claire Eamer when she was asked to attend the Yukon Authors book-signing bash at Mac’s Fireweed Books this Saturday, Dec.
Launch into winter with local writers Read More »
Young Adult (YA) readers love adventure, and a look at work by Northern authors Joanne Bell, Keith Halliday and Anita Daher shows why. YA stories
World of Words: Adventures in YA territory Read More »
Sometimes the muse doesn’t just find you; sometimes she follows you, haunts you, tracks your every move and invades your quiet moments, ticking away inside
Arthur #1 lived in Atlin, B.C. when he first encountered Arthur #2. Arthur #1 noticed a withdrawal from his bank account he did not authorize.
508 Wood Street: The Tale of Two Arthurs Read More »
How do I love thee, Of … There are so many ways … gee, let me count them I love thee about as deep and
With the simple tools of a canopy, lectern and public announcement system, six authors have banded together to create a Friday night reading program where
World of Words: Readings in parking lot country Read More »