Memoir Of A Sky Warrior is a girl who finds love with someone who she believed to be her soul mate. Magic comes in her life after a dream of the moon talking to her. Her childhood friend passes away and a month after her passing, she gets strike by lightning in her mother’s house on the reserve in Canada. She suffered from electric currents in her body for two weeks and had a spiritual awakening and a North American sweat lodge saved her life. Since being strike by lightning, she’s been in and out of the Psychiatric hospital. She went to Alberta to go soul searching and discovers her gifts that she’s a witch. She cloud gazed during the day and at night and has sight of two dancing stars shaping the clouds. She returns back to Ontario after six months of being on the streets in Calgary. Back home she gets stuck in a realm with snakes and sights of a dragon and seeing her deceased great-grandfather through the window at night. She wakes up from the spiritual realm and becomes suicidal and does get admitted back to the Psychiatric hospital and diagnosed with schizophrenia. She discovers she can’t have kids and is heartbroken over it. She continues walking her healing journey and walks with light, love and hope. She walks two worlds, one of being Anishnaabe and being the first generation witch in her lineage. She learns to balance the both. She shares her gifts, discoveries and culture.

My Little Ogichidaa is inspired by Indigenous motherhood. It invites readers to explore the compelling dreams and hopes of an Indigenous parent for her soon-to-be-born warrior. The word Ogichidaa itself means warrior in Anishinaabemowin, and this beautifully illustrated book is a tribute to Indigenous families everywhere who are proudly raising their children to carry forward their culture, language, and love with resilience, strength, and kindness. This story is proof that despite colonization, our world is full of Indigenous art, beauty, love, and brilliance. Through the eyes of a mother, readers gain insight into the profound bonds of family and community that are central to Indigenous life. This heartwarming and empowering story is a celebration of Indigenous love and the powerful legacy that it creates.

This story was illustrated by the amazing Hawlii Pichette.

Minnow The Girl Who Became Part Fish – A young water protector named Minnow goes on an underwater adventure. She returns to the surface and gathers her community to help make a change and protect their ocean living relatives. This story is told in lyrical rhyme and helps children gain a better respect for Indigenous water and land protectors, the environment and world around them, as well as helps to show children activism at an early age.

Together We Drum, Our Hearts Beat as One – In this beautifully illustrated book, a determined young Anishnaabe girl in search of adventure goes on a transformative journey into a forest on her traditional territory. She is joined by a chorus of her ancestors in red dresses, who tell her they remember what it was like to be carefree and wild, too. Soon, though, the girl is challenged by a monster named Hate, who envelops her in a cloud of darkness. She climbs a mountain to evade the monster, and, with the help of her matriarchs and the power of Thunderbird, the monster is held at bay. Together the young girl and her ancestors beat their drums in song and support, giving the girl the confidence she needs to become a changemaker in the future, capable of fending off any monster in her way.

Kevin's Life is the first book written and illustrated by Piper Lee Frech. The idea of writing, let alone illustrating, a children's book was not something Piper ever dreamt of doing, so the fact that the book exists is a surprise to her.

Piper Lee Frech lives in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada with her family. She is passionate about nature – especially animals. As a little kid she played with stuffed animals instead of dolls! Not surprisingly, her children share her love of living things. She was deeply moved by the way her family rallied together for the life of a tiny helpless squirrel and is sharing the story to raise awareness and confidence in families everywhere.

Piper is an experienced leader with a demonstrated history of working in the steel, automotive, and wines and spirits industries. She is a professional with proven skill in Team Building, Process Improvement, Pension Administration, Human Resources, Financial Accounting and Reporting (IFRS, US GAAP, Canadian GAAP), Transfer Pricing, Profitability Analysis, Cost Accounting and Forecasting.

Kelly J. Godson went backpacking through Europe and Scandinavia when she was a younger woman in the 1980s. Life and a career happened since those days but the seed of a book always rested in the deep of Kelly's mind. Under The Midnight Sun is Kelly's first novel.

Grace just graduated high school and is now eagerly looking forward to working in a Norwegian campground with her brother Rafe before going off to college in the Fall. Tragedy strikes and her brother is killed by a drunk driver. Grief stricken; Grace is going to cancel her plans until her best friend Rayna offers to go with her. Soon after their summer adventure begins in Norway, romantic sparks fly between Rayna and Grace’s Norwegian friend Christoff. They also meet an unlikely sister/brother duo. Callan, an outspoken but fun-loving girl and Alex an outrageous flirt but deep down scared of everything, make the summer very colourful and interesting. One day while hiking, disaster strikes and the friends are abducted by a man called King Hakon. Pulled into an underground dungeon by trolls they are kept captive until they finally agree to go in search of King Hakon’s “lost” queen in exchange for their release. Little do they realize that this task will take them to worlds they never dreamed of. Soon after they reach their first world, they find themselves in the fight of their lives against wolves, dragons, and serpents. Will they all get out alive and will they succeed in finding the queen at all? Will she agree to return with them? The answers lie ahead in this exciting novel about friendship, new love, and danger. Dive in and see for yourself.

The Red Barn Series brings together three enchanting stories by Barbara Rajnovich, each beautifully illustrated and rich with themes of family, courage, uniqueness, and the wonders of nature. This special collection is perfect for young readers, offering heartwarming narratives that inspire and entertain.

The Otter That Didn’t Like Water
Illustrated by Trudy Tomasic, this charming tale explores themes of family, courage, and overcoming fears. Perry, an enthusiastic otter who loves the water, faces a new challenge when his baby sister, Berry, is born. Unlike Perry, Berry is afraid of the water, feeling left out every time her family dives in. With the gentle encouragement of her family, Berry begins to confront her fear and discovers the vibrant, colorful world beneath the water’s surface. This story captures Berry’s emotional journey and emphasizes the importance of support and understanding from loved ones in overcoming personal challenges.

The Mouse with the Curly Hair
In this enchanting story illustrated by Alexis Stallings, themes of uniqueness, acceptance, and the power of community come to life. Mama and Papa Mouse settle in the Big Red Barn, where they become parents to three baby mice: Gee, Tee, and Curli, who has beautiful curly hair. Curli feels different and apprehensive about joining the other children due to her unique appearance. With the support of her family and the wise intervention of Mrs. Dusty, Curli gradually embraces her distinctive curls. The story culminates in a heartwarming moment of acceptance and inclusion, as all the children and the ladies of the Big Red Barn celebrate Curli’s uniqueness by curling their hair. This narrative promotes self-acceptance and the value of community support.

Four Foxes Late For Dinner
This captivating story brings the fascinating world of foxes to life, showcasing their playful nature, cunning instincts, and the intricate dynamics within their families. Through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations, readers are transported into the heart of the foxes’ habitat, where they witness the challenges and joys of fox life. This book offers a delightful blend of education and entertainment, highlighting the beauty and complexity of these remarkable creatures. Readers learn about their hunting techniques, social behaviors, and the bond between fox parents and their kits, fostering a deeper appreciation for wildlife.

A. A. Parr is a writer, artist and entrepreneur who calls both Sault Ste. Marie and Toronto home. She holds a Specialised Honours BFA from York University in Theatre (Devised Ensemble Creation; Playwriting) with a double minor in Psychology and Cultural Studies. She is also the Founder and Managing Editor of Type A Media.

Her poetry series written for and about strangers, “I Wrote You This Poem”, is published weekly on Channillo.com, and she is the author of the poetry chapbook, “What Lasts Beyond the Burning”, from Nightingale & Sparrow Press. Her creative works have been seen on stages, in galleries, and in print throughout North America over the past two decades. In her work, she seeks to explore difficult themes in an attempt to shine a necessary light into our darkest crevices.

Type A Media is a new small press and indie literary publisher in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, established with an aim to publish fresh, diverse voices in poetry, creative non-fiction, flash fiction, visual arts, cultural think pieces, and hybrid creative works from Northern Ontario and beyond.

Lily Kangas is a fibre artist, elementary school teacher and author. She lives with her husband, Chuck, and their five fabulous fur kids - Rascal, Roxy, Finnegan, Lila and Charlotte. She enjoys writing the funny stories about her dogs.

Upon retiring from teaching Lily entered a new career as a writer. Lily is still teaching, this time through her writing as a children's book author. Her love of rhyme and poetic structure are central to the messaging that Lily publishes.

The books are illustrated by Lily, using Canva. Her books are self published under Lily Garden Books.

Duncan Fremlin’s new book My Good Times with Stompin’ Tom features over 35 stories, some crazy, others outrageous, but all true. They’re behind the scene antics from his 25-year friendship with Stompin’ Tom. There are road stories, studio stories and hangin’ out stories. Tyler Stewart from the Barenaked Ladies writes, “Fremlin’s jaw-dropping recollections will leave you laughing in awe and brimming with national pride…”

Duncan has played four decades plus with Whiskey Jack, performing their unique brand of Canadian country music coast to coast. In the 1980’s, they were featured weekly on CBC TV’s Tommy Hunter Show. Watching the Whiskey Jack segment (The Ol’ Back Porch) every Friday night, a retired Stompin’ Tom Connors would become an avid Whiskey Jack fan, enjoying the humour and the amazing musicianship, along with 2 million of his fellow Canadians. When Stompin’ Tom resumed his career after 13 years away, he called Whiskey Jack and invited them to join him in the studio to record his acclaimed album, “Dr. Stompin’ Tom… Eh?”. These two Canadian musical institutions would continue to perform and record often together until Tom’s death in 2014. Those years with Stompin’ Tom were the seeds that blossomed into the show they tour with today, Stories & Songs of Stompin’ Tom.