Debut Novelist, Richard Ungar
My interview with Richard Ungar posted on Cynsations yesterday. He talks about making the transition from picture books to novels, his mentor Peter Carver and–of course!–his debut novel, TIME SNATCHERS. Have a look!
Read MoreNewsy Bits – Crystal Kite Nomination!
Still in a tizzy over being on sub, but I hope to have some news about that soon! As a result my blogging has ground to a halt, but I do have a few bits of news to pass on! First of all, WITCHLANDERS has been nominated for a Crystal Kite Award! I can finally spill about this because the voting is over. It’s a wonderful honour since the Crystal Kite is an award that’s voted on by other authors, and this recognition from my peers is especially meaningful to me. Winners will be announced on April 30th so keep your fingers crossed! Also, I’ve made some additions to my...
Read MoreMy OLA Scrapbook!
Last weekend, hundreds of librarians and authors from across Canada converged on Toronto to attend The Ontario Library Association’s Super Conference 2012. I was there to present Witchlanders in a three-minute infomercial with 34 other authors at CANSCAIP’s annual OLA book launch for Canadian children’s books. While there, I was delighted to learn that Witchlanders was chosen for inclusion on the prestigious OLA Best Bets for Kids and Teens List! (When the full list is posted, I’ll add the link.) Here are some photographs of the event. Wonderful Authors: Editor Love! Librarian Love!...
Read MoreTwo Events Coming Up in Toronto
Hi Friends! I’m afraid this is all the posting I’ll be doing this week–I’m trying to get some writing done, doncha know? However, I did do a rather fun “When I’m Not Writing” guest post over at Tynga’s Reviews, so have a look if you get a chance! I’ve updated my Upcoming Events section, but in case you are too tired, lazy or jaded to click on the link, here’s what I’ll be doing in February! Friday, February 3rd, 2012 Going to OLA? Come see me and 25 other authors present their books! This February 1st to 4th, the Ontario...
Read MoreWhich Brontë Sibling Are You?
I was so excited about this post that it’s going up a day early – but since it’s Anne Brontë’s birthday today, I think it’s quite appropriate. I made my first quiz! It’s called “Which Bronte Sibling Are You?” and you can find it right here! That’s right, all you new followers from the Fairies and Fantasy Giveaway. I’m a Brontë nerd. Get used to it! I took the test myself and I’m Charlotte. (Whaaaa? I wanna be Emily!) As you can see, each result has a picture and a little bio at the end. I hope you enjoy it because I had a...
Read MoreCheck out the trailer for THE WAY WE FALL
So many great books are coming out in January! It’s my birthday this month and I plan to get myself CINDER by Marissa Meyer, THE CABINET OF EARTHS by Anne Nesbet and THE WAY WE FALL by Megan Crewe (and not just because that one comes out on my ACTUAL birthday, the 24th!) Check out the trailer for THE WAY WE FALL while we all wait impatiently for my birthday (or is that just me?) You can also win a copy of it here. How hilarious is it that Megan is giving away THE WAY WE FALL hand sanitizer as part of her swag! Any suggestions for other books I should treat myself...
Read MoreAbout Me
Hi! I'm Lena, a young adult fantasy author from Toronto.