Books for Children & Teens
Scheduled for publication in May.
Awesome Wildlife Defenders, a young reader novel, is the story of eleven-year-old Rebecca, who is struggling with panic attacks. Life becomes complicated when her eccentric class teacher teams her up with her Cedar, on a project about the endangered northern spotted owl. While working together on the project, Rebecca discovers that Cedar is kind and a talented artist and not at all the way her other classmates see him — as weird. But Cedar carries an enormous burden. When Cedar’s grandfather learns about their work on endangered species, he takes them to the Raptors Centre to watch a flying demonstration. Rebecca feels a touch of magic when the great horned owl flies down and lands on her wrist. Is it possible that this unforgettable moment will help her cope with any future panic attacks? While staying with his father, Cedar disappears for a short time. Rebecca is determined to find him and does so with the help of her teacher. The endangered species project brings all the students together when they sew and sell felt owlets. Will her class raise enough money to adopt twelve endangered species?
Awesome Wildlife Defenders, a young reader novel, is the story of eleven-year-old Rebecca, who is struggling with panic attacks. Life becomes complicated when her eccentric class teacher teams her up with her Cedar, on a project about the endangered northern spotted owl. While working together on the project, Rebecca discovers that Cedar is kind and a talented artist and not at all the way her other classmates see him — as weird. But Cedar carries an enormous burden. When Cedar’s grandfather learns about their work on endangered species, he takes them to the Raptors Centre to watch a flying demonstration. Rebecca feels a touch of magic when the great horned owl flies down and lands on her wrist. Is it possible that this unforgettable moment will help her cope with any future panic attacks? While staying with his father, Cedar disappears for a short time. Rebecca is determined to find him and does so with the help of her teacher. The endangered species project brings all the students together when they sew and sell felt owlets. Will her class raise enough money to adopt twelve endangered species?
Most of my books are out of print, but are still available at your local library, used bookstores, as e-books and from the author.
The Magical Midnight Rescue and The Paper Wagon, are both available in print.
I have some copies left for sale of A Time to Choose.
When Lily discovers her favourite carousel horse is missing - magic helps her rescue him.
My best friend, Marla Hayes had the idea for the picture book,The Magical Midnight Rescue. We had fun writing this book together. The story is set at the North Bay, Carousel. A percentage of the proceeds of this book will go the North Bay Heritage Railway and Carousel Company. The carousel was the first one designed and the first hand-carved carousel in Canada in 50 years. It opened in 2002 in North Bay, Ontario. All the horses, spinning tub, rocking chariot, and a bench chariot were carved by local wood carvers and painted by local artists. The horses have all been adopted and named by local families.This unique carousel attracts many tourists.
The book is available at the carousel ticket kiosk, the museum, Allison the Bookman, and from the author.
My best friend, Marla Hayes had the idea for the picture book,The Magical Midnight Rescue. We had fun writing this book together. The story is set at the North Bay, Carousel. A percentage of the proceeds of this book will go the North Bay Heritage Railway and Carousel Company. The carousel was the first one designed and the first hand-carved carousel in Canada in 50 years. It opened in 2002 in North Bay, Ontario. All the horses, spinning tub, rocking chariot, and a bench chariot were carved by local wood carvers and painted by local artists. The horses have all been adopted and named by local families.This unique carousel attracts many tourists.
The book is available at the carousel ticket kiosk, the museum, Allison the Bookman, and from the author.
'A Time to Choose',
Y.A. novel historical fiction Published in 1995 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria, BC ISBN 1-55143-045-2 Click on the cover to find out more about the book 
'A Light in the Dunes',
Y.A. novel Published in 1997 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria, BC ISBN 1-55143-085-1 Click on the cover to find out more about the book |
'When the War is Over',
Y.A. novel historical fiction Published in 2002 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria, BC ISBN 1-55143-240-4 Click on the cover to find out more about the book 
'Hero', an Orca young reader
Published in 2003 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria BC ISBN 1-55143-251-X Click on the cover to find out more about the book |
'Daughter of Light',
an Orca young reader Published in 2001 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria BC ISBN 1-55143-179-3 Click on the cover to find out more about the book |
'The Paper Wagon',
an Orca Echoes Published in 2005 by Orca Book Publishers in Victoria BC ISBN 1-55143-356-7 Click on the cover to find out more about the book |
"We think,Awesome Wildlife Defenders is an awesome
novel. Readers will love the great horned owl and will
want to support all endangered species!"
novel. Readers will love the great horned owl and will
want to support all endangered species!"
