Calgary-based fantasy novelist, Aaron Kite, and Five Rivers reached an agreement late in October to publish his Wattpad phenomenon, A Touch of Poison, in both print and eBook. The story, aimed at older YA, is a delicious twist within a twist. Gwenwyn is the most miserable princess ever, and for good reason. Merely brushing up against her or touching her exposed skin is enough to cause painful burns, or worse. And if that wasn’t enough, she’s…
Jeff Minkevicsposing with one of his paintings We’re pleased to announce Jeff Minkevics has agreed to join Five Rivers’ staff as Art Director.Jeff is a graduate of the Drawing program at the Alberta College of Art and Design, and has studied Visual Communications, as well as other courses at the University of Calgary. His work has been displayed in the Illingworth kerr Gallery, the Marion Nicoll Gallery, and the Liebenstraum Gallery.He is currently a graphics…
David Laderouteauthor of Out of Time Another gem landed in our submissions folder a few months ago, this time from Dave Laderoute. What unfolded was an honestly written, engaging YA novel, Out of Time, targeted for the 8-12 reader, absolutely Canadian in content and outlook. It’s always a joy when you forget you’re reading as an editor, and become engaged as a reader. Dave Laderoute and his wife, Jackie, live in Thunder Bay, Ontario, along…
On Monday, October 29, 7:00 P.M., J.W. Schnarr will be reading and signing copies of his massive collection of short horror fiction, Things Falling Apart. Treats are provided. Costumes are encouraged. View Larger Map
In Alicia Hendley’s usual humble fashion, she failed to mention her screenplay Snake Oil was recently short-listed for the Gotham Screen 2012 International Film Festival. Congratulations, Alicia. Although this year’s winner has already been announced, we at Five Rivers are very proud you made it that far. Well done. Alicia Hendley is the author of the very raw and insightful novel, A Subtle Thing.