We're Putting to Sea Again

Arrrrg!  Batten down the hatches and shiver me timbers, we're putting to sea again!
For the next week, we'll be making port in Drumheller, Alberta and convincing new shipmates that Ghost Messages is the finest book in the fleet.

Last week, we had boatloads of new Ghosters join the crew with more waiting on the dock.

Stay tuned for the latest scuttlebutt when I return.

Question of the day-
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On the High Seas Again!

Unfurl the canvas!  Hoist the anchor!  We're setting sail again.
I'm off to take the golden treasure of READING, BOOKS, HISTORY and all things cool to schools in Alberta.
Lots of new Ghosters to join the crew - or walk the plank!  We'll see what these land lubbers choose!
For me, it's easy - Ghost Messages rules.

Stay tuned for updates on the Silver Birch.  Many fine authors are sharing their wealth of stories with children all over Ontario.  If you are looking for a good book to read while on board your own ship, why not choose one from the many provincial special programs such as Silver Birch, Red Cedar, or Hackmatack.  Perhaps sample the Governor General winners or ask your library goddess for one of the Newberry or Caldecott writers.

There's lots of treasure for readers of all ages.  Put into port at your nearest library for more literary gold.

Jacqueline

The answer to last posts question:

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Free Throw and Triple Threat Win American Indian Youth Literature Award!

Ahoy Ghosters,

Two of my novels, Free Throw and Triple Threat, have won the 2012 American Indian Youth Literature Award from the American Indian Library Association, an affiliate of the American Library Association.   I am hoping to go to Anaheim, California, in June to accept the award in person.  Very cool!

The Superconference was totally awesome.  I met brilliant writers, amazing teachers and the most fabulous Librarians anywhere!

Lots of autographing, connecting with readers of Ghost Messages and fathomless opportunities to make new friends.  Hectic, but worth it.

Morse code joke of the day:

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Setting sail for OLA Superconference in Toronto!

Ahoy Shipmates!

Our good ship is setting sail for the Ontario Library Association's Superconference at the Metro Toronto Convention Center. 
If your attending, come to the PGC Booth #221 between 10:20 and 10:40 on Friday, February 3, for prizes and surprises and your own autographed copy of Ghost Messages. 
We want our book to be the 'trending topic' of the day.

So, any Ghosters who blog, twitter, facebook or talk - do your part to pump up the volume on Ghost Messages.  Here's our chance to make a splash!

Cheers,

Jacqueline

Happy 2012!

Ahoy Ghosters!

Here we are in a new year and ready to read.

I have been trying to find a list of  Top Ten Books that are supposed to be 'must reads' for us to tackle in 2012, but after slogging through a dozen lists, (none of which agreed on even one book!), I have come to the conclusion that whatever book you read and like is a MUST READ.

There are thousands, if not gazillions, of novels for young people - some good, some not-so-much. 
The final decision is yours.

Deciding what is right for you and standing up for that choice is an important step in growing into the kind of person I would like as a shipmate.  This goes even if no one else agrees with you. 
That was one of the characteristics I loved about Ailish - she didn't desert her friends, no matter how bleak things looked.

Food for thought as we set sail into 2012.

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A Ghostly Stocking Stuffer

Ahoy Ghosters!

There's still time to get your own copy of Ghost Messages before Christmas.
Contact me and we will get a book in the mail today!

Lots of buzz about the Silver Birch Nomination.  I will be going to the Ontario Library Association's Superconference in February to spread the good word on Ghost Messages.
There will be numerous events and many brilliant teachers and librarians attending. With so much going on, we're sure to get many more crewmates.

I'll keep you posted.

Jacqueline

Ship Sails into Shelf Life Books Today!

The last Ghost Messages book signing of the season is on today at
Shelf Life Books, 100, 1302 - 4th Street, SW, Calgary.

Come out and join me for an autograph session, reading, and prizes. 
This is a great way to find the perfect stocking stuffer for any reader.
See you there from 1:00 until 4:00.

Ho Ho Ho,

Jacqueline