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Tuesday, July 9, 2013 2:06:08 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled In Pursuit of the Perfect Storm: Part 2:
Julia said, "In Pursuit of the Perfect Storm (Part 2): Planning and Promoting a Book Launch and Signing Guest Post by Karen Spafford-Fitz In part 1 of “In Pursuit of the Perfect Storm,” Karen Spafford-Fitz described the planning and promotion that..." more
Tuesday, July 2, 2013 12:59:55 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled In Pursuit of the Perfect Storm:
Julia said, "In Pursuit of the Perfect Storm (Part 1): Planning and Promoting a Book Launch and Signing Guest Post by Karen Spafford-Fitz I was thrilled when Orca released Vanish, my second middle-grade novel, in March 2013. As with my first book, I planned to..." more
Friday, May 31, 2013 1:21:23 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Lou Allin wins Arthur Ellis Award for Contingency Plan:
Julia said, "Huge congratulations to Lou Allin, whose Rapid Reads title Contingency Plan has won this year’s Arthur Ellis Award for Best Novella! The Arthur Ellis Awards honor excellence in Canadian Crime Writing. Lou Allin was previous shortlisted for the..." more
Thursday, May 23, 2013 2:33:09 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Read! Build! Play! With Lego and Doors in the Air:
Julia said, "The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has teamed up with LEGO® DUPLO® to expand the Read! Build! Play initiative by creating the LEGO® DUPLO® Read! Build! Play! 2013 Summer Reading List. This reading list features recommended..." more
Monday, May 13, 2013 4:21:36 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Best Books for Kids & Teens 2013:
Julia said, "Looking for the best books for your kids and teens? Of course you are! Fortunately, the Canadian Children’s Book Centre (a national not-for-profit organization founded in 1976) publishes just such a list. And we’re thrilled to share..." more
Tuesday, April 23, 2013 2:35:07 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled 19 Questions with Richard Van Camp:
Julia said, "Richard Van Camp is the author of twelve books, including two board books with Orca: Welcome Song for Baby (2007) and Little You (2013). He recently sat down (online) with Curtis LeBlanc to answer nineteen questions about books, writing and his life..." more
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 2:08:56 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled YOUR NAME in print!:
Julia said, "See your name in print—and on a dedication page, no less! William Kowalski, author of three titles in Orca’s Rapid Reads series is running a fantastic new contest through his website. The winner will have Kowalski’s fourth Rapid Read..." more
Wednesday, March 13, 2013 4:08:09 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Seven (the series) featured on Global TV!:
Julia said, "Last Saturday on Global TV, Jill Daum from Kidsbooks discussed the latest releases for young readers. Check out the video below for her top picks, including our very own Seven (the series)."
Friday, March 8, 2013 3:28:24 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Our Wonderful Women Writers:
Julia said, "In recognition of International Women’s Day, we’re excited to share the cooperative efforts of some of our wonderful women writers! They’ve decided to review each other’s new spring titles in the spirit of collaboration...." more
Thursday, February 28, 2013 6:22:10 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Reviews!:
Julia said, "Looking for reviews of our recent titles? The Deakin Review of Children’s Literature, published by the University of Alberta, has reviewed six of our latest titles in its Winter Reading special issue. You’ll find reviews of Agent Angus..." more
Friday, February 15, 2013 5:33:52 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Sara Cassidy on CBC’s All Points West:
Julia said, "While many families in British Columbia enjoyed spending some time together as our province celebrated its first ever Family Day, host of the CBC’s Titles and Tate Nikki Tate-Stratton got in the Family Day spirit by discussing three novels..." more
Tuesday, February 12, 2013 3:42:23 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled What did you read today?:
Julia said, "The National Reading Campaign’s “What Did You Read Today?” contest winners have been chosen! Read on for the message shared with us today from the National Reading Campaign. What did you read today? Public Campaign Congratulations..." more
Wednesday, January 23, 2013 8:37:57 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled 100 More Great Books to Read Together:
Julia said, "Two adorable Orca board books, Hamsters Holding Hands by Kass Reich and The Ways I Will Love You by Rachel Boehm with illustrations by Mary Jane Gerber, were selected for the Edmonton Public Library’s “100 More Great Books to Read..." more
Wednesday, January 16, 2013 3:02:03 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Kit Pearson speaks at next Victoria Children’s Lit Roundtable:
Julia said, "Kit Pearson, award-winning children’s author, will discuss her new books, The Whole Truth and Nothing But the Truth, and talk about her life as an author at the next Victoria Children’s Literature Roundtable on Monday, January 21. The Whole..." more
Wednesday, December 19, 2012 5:54:27 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Canadian Children’s Book Center names its Best Books from Fall ’12:
Julia said, "The Canadian Children’s Book Center recently released its guide to the Best Books for Kids & Teens from Fall 2012. We’re thrilled to announce that twenty four Orca titles were included, many of those as starred selections. The list..." more
Wednesday, December 5, 2012 3:09:02 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Reaching Those Resistant Readers:
Julia said, "Searching for books that will hook your reluctant readers? School Library Journal recently published a list of fun, fast-paced fiction that fits the bill. These books “feature clear narratives that quickly draw readers into the action and are..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:32:59 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Write On! Catherine Austen visits Ottawa Teen Author Fest:
Julia said, "Find out what it takes to write like a pro from a panel of published authors. Catherine Austen, author of last year’s award-winning dystopian teen fiction title All Good Children, will be part of a YA discussion panel in Ottawa as part of Teen..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:32:59 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Victoria Fall Book Launch:
Julia said, "Please join Sara Cassidy (Seeing Orange), John Wilson (Lost Cause), Alex Van Tol (Shallow Grave and Oracle), Sean Rodman (Dead Run), Lou Allin (Contingency Plan), Sheryl McFarlane (Island Santa—author) and Sheena Lott (Island Santa—illustrator)..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:32:59 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Seven (the series) flying off the shelves:
Julia said, "It’s been nearly a month since the publication of Seven (the Series), and boy have these books taken off. In fact, we’ve already had to reprint the entire series because booksellers can’t keep them on the shelves! Shane Peacock..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:32:59 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Deborah Ellis wins with mystery novel at Hamilton Literary Awards:
Julia said, "Congratulations to Deborah Ellis and Pajama Press! Deborah Ellis has won the Reliable Life Insurance Award for Children & Young Adult Book for her YA psychological thriller True Blue. The award was presented on November 12, 2012, during the 18th..." more
Friday, November 30, 2012 7:32:59 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Bestsellers galore!:
Julia said, "What a great end to the week! Here’s last week’s bestseller list for children’s books in Canada: 1. Between Heaven and Earth (Seven the Series)—Orca Book Publishers 2. Kiss, Tickle, Cuddle, Hug—Orca Book Publishers 3. Last..." more
Monday, September 17, 2012 7:04:29 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Nowhere Else on Earth a Victoria Book Prize finalist!:
Julia said, "Congratulations to Caitlyn Vernon, whose Nowhere Else on Earth: Standing Tall for the Great Bear Rainforest has been named a finalist for the 2012 Bolen Books Children’s Book Prize. The winners will be announced at an awards gala at..." more
Wednesday, September 5, 2012 4:47:31 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Seven (the Series) authors team up at Vancouver Writers Fest:
Julia said, "The launch of Seven (the Series) is just around the corner, and just a few days after the launch, three of the seven authors (Norah McClintock, Shane Peacock and Richard Scrimger) will team up at the Vancouver Writers Fest to discuss their parts in..." more
Friday, August 31, 2012 3:25:33 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Reeling in Reluctant Readers webinar:
Julia said, "Teachers and librarians are always looking for new ways to connect with children and teens categorized as “reluctant readers.” On September 25, 2012, you can participate in a free hour-long webinar that addresses that need. Joining Orca’s..." more
Tuesday, July 16, 2013 12:40:39 PM
Julia at Orca wrote a blog post titled Raising a Reader with Comics and Graphic Novels:
Julia said, "Raising a reader: how comics and graphic novels can help your kids love to read! Great article by Cory Doctorow highlighting a new educational resource about comics’ role in literacy. Titled “Raising a Reader” and written by..." more