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

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

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

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
  • 1
  • 2
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20 09, 2020

Lorna Schultz Nicholson

2024-06-04T14:52:07-06:00

Lorna Schultz Nicholson is full-time writer who divides her time between Edmonton, Alberta and Penticton, British Columbia. She has published children’s picture books, middle grade fiction, YA fiction and non-fiction sports books. Her books are about family, friendships, and, well, the ups and downs of life. Lorna will be taking a break from touring for Fall 2024, but plans to be available for bookings beginning in January 2025.

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

Ginger Mullen

2022-07-02T18:02:29-06:00

Calgary-based Ginger Mullen has been telling stories in schools, libraries, early childhood centres, and community organizations since 1992. Ginger is currently a non-touring member of YABS and not available for Taleblazers due to prior commitments.

Artist Type
  • Storyteller
Grades
  • Kindergarten
  • 1
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