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Writing isn’t just about writing. And research. It also encompasses professional development—quite the most rewarding part of the entire process—and wrought with skill by this particular festival!
Small. Intimate. Friendly. But really, really cold. Located on the banks of the St. Lawrence River, east of Kingston, Gananoque (gan-an-o-kwi) abounds in B&B running the gamut from charming to impressive.
Patron Terry Fallis (2x winner of the Stephen Leacock Memorial Award for Humour) heads a cast of amazing and articulate Canadian writers and musicians. This was the second time I attended, and will definitely be there next year. The very best part of the event is the approachable and encouraging attitude of the featured writers.
Feature Book
"With equal measures of humour and heart, Marilyn Temmer skilfully writes a world from a bygone era. Her characters spring from the page and make us long for a simpler time when dancing meant a waltz." Terry Fallis
Lavinia and her two sisters have changed their names and left their home town in an effort to escape the clutches of their guardian's brother, Cyrus.
Sam Blake recognizes "his lady" at first sight. But he has no idea that the Spencer sisters are independent, business-owning, bicycle-riding modern women.
See what happens when Sam dons sword and shield and endeavors to save his lady from certain ruin.
