16 08, 2021

Shea Proulx

2024-09-04T13:22:20-06:00

Shea Proulx is a Calgary author illustrator who creates picture-books that bridge generations, where visual narratives steal the show. Shea is offering both in-person and online sessions for 2024-25. She is open to travel but may have limited availability due to prior commitments.

Artist Type
  • Illustrator
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
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20 09, 2020

Suzy Vadori

2024-10-10T15:27:01-06:00

School visits and presentations are Suzy's favourite part of being an author. Her enthusiasm for everything literary is infectious, and will have your students digging deep to explore their own experience, emotions and writing talent. Suzy is available for in-person sessions in 2024-25.

Artist Type
  • Author
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
  • 2
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20 09, 2020

Robert Feagan

2024-08-21T13:20:17-06:00

Born and raised in the Arctic, Robert was struck by how little most Canadians actually know about this amazing region of their own country. His first novel, Napachee, was inspired by the desire to teach young people more about the Arctic in an entertaining but realistic fashion. Rob is offers both virtual and in-person sessions and his availability for Fall 2024 is mid-September to mid-October. Experience first hand a seven foot narwhal tusk, walrus skull, beadwork, carvings, harpoons and much, much, more!!!

Artist Type
  • Author
Grades
  • 1
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20 09, 2020

Karen Spafford-Fitz

2024-08-19T11:54:59-06:00

A former elementary and junior-high teacher, Karen is the author of eight middle-grade and young adult novels. Her books feature relatable kids and teens working through contemporary problems and are often set in Edmonton, where Karen has lived for many years. Karen has limited availability in fall 2024 and is considering all requests on a case-by-case basis.

Artist Type
  • Author
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
  • 2
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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
Grades
  • 2
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20 09, 2020

Gerry Rasmussen

2024-08-26T13:01:44-06:00

Gerry Rasmussen is an internationally syndicated cartoonist who has been drawing the comic strip Betty since 1991. He is also the illustrator of a series of picture books about sports. Gerry is offering both in-person and online sessions for Fall 2024 and he is open to travel.

Artist Type
  • Illustrator
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
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20 09, 2020

David A. Poulsen

2024-12-04T11:33:39-07:00

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 2024-25 and is happy to travel, though he may require a minimum number of days booked for longer journeys. He is open to online sessions upon request, but prefers in-person.

Artist Type
  • Author
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
  • 2
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