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19 09, 2020

Alison Hughes

2023-09-26T15:24:22-06:00

Award-winning writer Alison Hughes has also been a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Awards, the Alberta Literary Awards, and nine times for Canadian children’s choice awards. She has published 16 books for children of all ages and has given lively presentations and workshops for children all across Canada. Alison will be available for in-person and virtual bookings beginning in mid-October. She prefers to stay within 1 hour radius of Edmonton, but will consider overnight travel for multiple days of bookings.

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  • Author
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  • Kindergarten
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18 09, 2020

Carolyn Fisher

2023-09-22T10:12:39-06:00

Award-winning artist and author Carolyn Fisher has been drawing pictures and writing stories for her whole life. Carolyn has talked to thousands of kids in libraries and schools about writing and art. She draws and writes in her studio in Capitol Hill, Calgary. Carolyn is offering in-person or online presentations during the 2023-2024 school year.

Artist Type
  • Author
  • Illustrator
Grades
  • Kindergarten
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20 09, 2020

David A. Poulsen

2023-06-15T14:58:56-06:00

David A. Poulsen has been a broadcaster, teacher, football coach, rodeo cowboy, stage and film actor and--most of all--writer. The author of more than 25 books, many for middle readers and young adults, David spends 60 to 80 days a year in classrooms across Canada (and beyond) as a visiting author/presenter. “I never tire of sharing my love for reading and writing with kids (and adults) of all ages." David is available for in-person sessions for 2023-24 and is happy to travel. He is open to online sessions upon request.

Artist Type
  • Author
Grades
  • Kindergarten
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20 09, 2020

Diane Mae Robinson

2023-05-29T11:55:29-06:00

St. Paul-based Diane Mae Robinson is an international multi-award-winning children/teen author, artist, art teacher, part-time editor and, formally, a writing instructor at the Creative Writing Institute and international short story judge. She is currently a non-touring member and not available for bookings through YABS.

Artist Type
  • Author
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