Okay, not the entire weekend. But Book Expo Canada is here and I’ll be out tonight at the CCBC Children’s Gala, (which I’ve stated before, is neither for children or a gala, but is always fun) schmoozing with fellow writers and editors who I normally only email with.
Tomorrow, I’ll be signing advanced copies of the latest title in the Graphic Guide Adventures series: Ramp Rats, with my good friends at Orca Book Publishers. I’ll at their booth from 2pm until around 2:30ish. So, if you’re in the Metro Convention Centre and want to learn how to pull a stalefish grab, come see me and I’ll get you sorted.
I’ve been quiet around here, but that’s because I have been busy, busy, busy. First off, I’m finally finished my Bachelor of Education course at OISE/UT and will be graduating on June 20th! This means that in addition to being a kids author, I’m going to be a teacher too! Most authors do it the other way around – become a teacher then an author, but I’ve never really done things the way I’m supposed to (just ask my mom!)
While I’ve been finishing up my studies, I’ve also had a sneak peak at the colour pages of Ramp Rats, the next book in the Graphic Guide Adventures series. The pages look great and once again Michael Deas has turned my words into totally amazing illustrations that’ll have kids reading all night long. Hopefully I’ll be able to post some images from the book very soon.
As one of the few graphic novels specifically written for kids, Wild Ride caused a good deal of buzz at the recent OLA Super Conference. Thanks to all the teacher-librarians who said hi and got a copy for their school library. Your kids will love it, but I am a bit biased on the matter.
While new readers across the country are discovering Wild Ride, I have the pleasure of checking out Mike Deas’ totally cool inks for Ramp Rats, the next Graphic Guide Adventure, due out this fall.
Ramp Rats has some characters that’ll be familiar to Wild Ride readers and a bunch of new ones too. It also has some great skating action and Mike’s illustrations capture all those grinds, kickflips and massive airs perfectly. I wish I could give you a sneak peak, but you’ll have to be patient.
Soon Graphic Guiders, soon . . .
Here they are! Some of the characters for Ramp Rats, the next installment of the Graphic Guide Adventure Series, coming Fall 2008! Check back soon for more updates!
