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Haysboro Winter Market
Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Haysboro Winter Market. The event is being held at Haysboro Community Association, 1204 89 Ave SW in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new novel, An Untimely Death, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you...
read moreLearn how to write effective and compelling historical fiction
Historical fiction combines the events of the past with characters and stories from the writer’s imagination. This course examines the art of writing historical fiction and the need to fully immerse yourself in a particular time period to make your storytelling more believable. Learn how to write effective, authentic and appealing historical fiction and how to turn your ideas into compelling stories. Understand what defines historical fiction and different historical time periods, create believable settings and plausible characters and learn...
read moreThe Stone of the Seer – Where Magic and Historical Fiction Collide
The Stone of the Seer is an exciting historical fantasy series of adventure novels for young adults, primarily set in the turbulent era of the English Civil War. “Magic and Historical Fiction Collide – This book combines historical fiction with a world of magic. It is set in the period of the English Civil War and incorporates magic, mystery and witch hunting. This book engages the reader with action and interesting characters. It is the first in a series and will leave the reader looking for book 2.” “Royal Blood: Book...
read moreShadowzone – “a great read … Highly recommend this series!”
“Time travel, alternate worlds, and societal sub-cultures are blended into a great plot, and a gripping and relevant read. The environmental stewardship aspect of this story echoes our current day challenges, as do the almost prescient references to a dangerous virus. Characters were well drawn and the reader is cheering for their success. The three books in the series flow smoothly together. A great read for middle school ages and up, to both engage interest and build vocabulary. Highly recommend this series!” While watching intense...
read moreHow to Write Dynamic Dialogue
I’m honoured to now be a Contributing Editor at Write By The Sea, where you’ll find all sorts of helpful resources for writers with new materials added to the library regularly. My latest post entitled How to Write Dynamic Dialogue is an excerpt from my book, The Children’s Writer’s Guide, which you can learn more about...
read moreLake Bonavista Christmas Fair
Looking for the perfect gift? This Sunday from 10 am to 3 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Lake Bonavista Christmas Fair. The event is being held at Lake Bonavista Community Association, 1401 Acadia Dr SE in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new novel, An Untimely Death, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you...
read moreCanyon Meadows Christmas Market
Looking for the perfect gift? This Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm I’ll be signing copies of all my books at the Canyon Meadows Christmas Market. The event is being held at Canyon Meadows Community Association, 844-848 Cantabrian Drive SW in Calgary. Learn all about my many novels, including the new novel, An Untimely Death, as well as about my coaching and editing services for writers and authors. Hope to see you...
read moreMagic in Stories for Younger Readers
I’m honoured to now be a Contributing Editor at Write By The Sea, where you’ll find all sorts of helpful resources for writers with new materials added to the library regularly. My latest post entitled Magic in Stories for Younger Readers is an excerpt from my book, The Children’s Writer’s Guide, which you can learn more about...
read moreCopywriting for Business
I offer a number of writer services for business. The way in which you communicate with your customers is a vital component of your business and well written content can be the difference between success and failure. I have extensive experience in writing for a wide range of industries and market segments. I offer a variety of copywriting services including website content, blogs and newsletters, social media including Facebook and X, brochures, direct mail, sales letters, press releases, newspaper and magazine advertising and more. Learn...
read moreBehind the Story with Kristin Butcher
Behind the Story with Kristin Butcher Today I welcome award-winning author, Kristin Butcher, to my blog. Kristin and I met in Toronto 20 years ago when we were both touring Ontario for CCBC Canadian Children’s Book Week. Since then, Kristin has been a Book Week presenter twice more and has published 30 books for kids and teens. Her most recent title is Closer to Far Away, a coming of age novel about a 13-year-old girl in rural Saskatchewan during prohibition. It involves a family tragedy, bootlegging, strained relationships, and the power of...
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