New Taylor Kerrick Mystery ~ April 30
Bear of a Honeymoon Launch ~ April 30
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Investigative reporter Taylor Kerrick is supposed to be off duty. She’s supposed to be enjoying the honeymoon that career pressures keep forcing her and photojournalist Matt Anderson to delay. But when the couple finally arranges a retreat at the mountain lodge owned by Taylor’s friends, a string of troubling incidents and the gruesome discovery of a mangled bear carcass conspire to derail their romantic plans. Taylor smells a story, but she holds her professional drive in check—until Matt’s sudden departure on an emergency assignment. Hurt and angry, Taylor gives free reign to her impetuous streak. (more…)
Ivory Express – Second Printing
Exciting news today from publisher Sands Press. Our distributor, Fitzhenry & Whiteside is out of books. We’re going to a second printing! Thank you so much to everyone who is supporting The Ivory Express.
A Novel Tale
During a 1993 trip to Taiwan, I was shocked by the masses of ivory carvings I saw on display – everything from cheap key fobs to expensive single-tusk carvings. I particularly took notice because I’d been reading about the UN CITES treaty – which had banned the sale of ivory – and understood that every pair of those single-tusk carvings represented the life of an African elephant. I’d found the subject for my first novel, a little mystery/romance targeted to reach an audience that might not otherwise be aware of the potential extinction of these magnificent creatures. (more…)
Ivory Express – New Release! First time in print
Just released, The Ivory Express is the first novel in my Taylor Kerrick Mystery Series.
A high-profile murder launches reporter Taylor Kerrick into the world of international ivory smugglers. Determined to expose the criminals and raise public awareness about the plight of endangered elephants, she sets out to follow the story across the Pacific. The only obstacle is her editor. If Ben Palasco had any idea about the threatening letters—or her ultimate plan to snare the smugglers—he’d never let her go. But even without all the facts, Ben insists on local backup and arranges for photojournalist Matt Anderson to meet her in Taiwan. Taylor bristles, but agrees—fully intending to ditch the guy— (more…)
Taylor Kerrick Mysteries ~ Preview
Sunday, August 19, 2 pm, Merrickville Legion: I’ll be joining six other Merrickville writers – Bruce Kemp, Lesley Strutt, Victor Suthren, Charles R Merredew, Claire Smith and Michael Whittaker – at another of the events sponsored by the Merrickville and District Historical Society in celebration of the Merrickville 225th Anniversary.
I’ll be taking this opportunity to preview the first paperback edition of my Taylor Kerrick Mystery series. Book 1 – The Ivory Express – will launch November 1.
Klee Wyck: Emily Carr and Indigenous People
Good thing the Merrickville and District Historical Society does such a great job of getting the word out. I’m so busy working on the third volume of Emily Carr’s BC that I haven’t posted a word about this presentation. As requested by the organizers, I’ll be focusing on Emily’s relationship with Indigenous people as illustrated in her first book, Klee Wyck, and I’ll also be talking a bit about the settler experience she recorded in her second book, The Book of Small. Part of the Merrickville 225 celebrations. June 17, Merrickville Legion, 2 pm. (more…)
Emily Carr: Evolution
Truly delighted by the interest in Emily Carr here in my new home village. I’ve been asked to talk about Carr’s art and not being any sort of art expert, I’ve decided to discuss the evolution of her work based on the influence of events in her life.
Merrickville Public Library
Monday, April 23, 7 pm
eBook Now Online
Emily Carr’s BC – Book Two – Northern BC & Haida Gwaii is now available online for ebook fans.
CICK Smithers – Podcast – 2016-10-21
Today I had the privilege of talking about Emily Carr’s BC with the people of Smithers, as the guest of Sheila Peters on her hour-long CICK radio show “In the Shadow of the Mountain.” It brought back such great memories of my travels along Highway 16. Click here for the podcast.
BC BookWorld callout for Emily Carr’s BC
So much appreciate this mention for Emily Carr’s BC in the most respected book related journal in the province (and a lot farther afield). Really, check out BC BookWorld for excellent articles and all the scoop on new releases.