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Alisha Sevigny: Author, Leader, and Mom
Alisha Sevigny is a rising star in the middle-grade fiction world with her new series, The Secrets of the Sands. She is also a yoga instructor and Tarot enthusiast, a wife, a mom, and an instructor/editor for both rookie writers and experienced ones. Anyone that sees this list of attributes applied to one person must immediately think of the Sarah Jessica Parker film, I Don’t Know How She Does It (2011). But, Alisha carries it with grace, enthusiasm, and passion for her work. She sat down with OTD this past week to discuss her experiences as a writer, leader, and mother, and passes on some words of wisdom she has…
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5 Canadian Authors Who are Breaking the Boundaries of Genre Fiction
If some readers see a clear distinction between different genres of fiction, these Canadian writers are opening the door to something new. Whether they’re blending horror and satire, incorporating folklore into dystopic narratives, or using genre fiction to shine a light on mental health and LGBTQ2+ issues, here are five Canadian writers you should check out: 1. Amber Dawn Think paranormal thriller with a twist: Amber Dawn’s Sodom Road Exit (Arsenal Pulp Press) gives a ghost town a whole new meaning. Taut with queer desire, humour, and flawed characters, Amber Dawn blends literary fiction, horror, and magic realism. If you haven’t read Amber Dawn, you should get to it. More books by…