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May 26, 2021
Superhero Ninja Wrestling Star
Purchase at Amazon Purchase at Lorimer DescriptionArchie comes back from his summer away to find that he is the only kid in Grade 6 who has not grown bigger. Even his best friends Alfie and Shamini have gotten taller — and Shamini has developed in other ways, too. Archie wants to be more like the heroes of his favourite comic books, TV shows and video games. Then he’ll be able to stand up to the bigger boys and protect Shamini — so maybe she’ll go to the school dance with him. From practicing the ninja crawl to bulking up with exercise and a high-protein diet, how can Archie fail?
DetailsReading level: Young AdultPaperback: 152 pagesPublisher: Lorimer (April 28, 2017)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 145941196XISBN-13: 978-1459411968 ← Interference Just Three → Reviews Aileen Wortley, CM Magazine - June 2017“With the realistic use of both internal and external dialogue, the author has made Archie an authentic, well-intentioned and realistic character who wrestles with his confidence issues. Supporting characters, Shamini and Alfie, are also depicted as worthwhile friends who care about Archie just as he is. Sadly, it takes a genuine act of bravery on Archie’s part in standing up to two bullies threatening Shamini before he, too, recognizes his own worth.The book has ample symbolic black and white illustrations that break up the density of the text. Despite its slightly formulaic style, Superhero Ninja Wrestling Star is a fast, compelling read with an engaging plot, realistic dialogue, humorous situations and a solid encouraging resolution about being your own person and not trying to live up to the precepts of others.”
Pro Wrestling Books - May 2017“The bulk of the story is about 11-year-old Archie who feels undersized after his friends and foes go through growth spurts. He then tries a range of tactics to both bulk up and improve his social standing, which backfire in a manner of amusing ways.The wrestling element comes in two parts. There’s a memorable scene in a family restaurant run by a former pro (with a couple of nice lines to make fans from the 80s and 90s really feel their age). There’s also a subplot with Archie learning amateur wrestling that proves somewhat pivotal to the payoff.”
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Interference
Purchase at Amazon.com Purchase at Indigo DescriptionJosh has finally made it to an elite hockey team and is determined to play as well as his older brother Matt. But Josh is so tired all the time. Little does everyone know, Josh’s undiagnosed Type 1 diabetes is working against him – and getting more serious by the day.
Awards
Canadian Children’s Center Our Choice Selection
DetailsReading level: Ages 9-12Paperback: 96pagesPublisher: Lorimer (May 1, 2004)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 1550288229ISBN-13: 978-1550288223 ← Roughing Superhero Ninja Wrestling Star → Awards: Canadian Children’s Book Centre Our Choice Selection – 2005Winner Resource Links“If you want to read a story about two great kids, this is it.” Pat Quinn- Hockey Guru“I read Interference to my grandson and we both loved it!” Bob Clarke, General Manager of the Philadelphia Flyers“This book is a terrific read for adults as well as young people and speaks the truth about diabetes. Josh will be a hockey player with diabetes, not a diabetic hockey player.” CM: Canadian Review of Materials“The viewpoint is that of a middle child wanting his parents’ attention. His focus is on this need and not on the changes that he should recognize as warning signs that something is physically wrong with him. The story deals with real issue a young person could face while growing up.”
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Roughing
Purchase at Amazon.com Purchase at Indigo DescriptionJosh is off to a hockey summer camp, where he rooms with Peter Kuiksak, a talented player from the North West Territories. When Josh learns that some of the guys are planning to pull a dangerous prank on Peter, he knows he must do the right thing. This is a book about bullying.
Awards
Nominated for Golden Eagle Award
Canadian Children’s Center Our Choice Selection
DetailsReading level: Ages 9-12Paperback: 112 pagesPublisher: Lorimer (October 25, 2004)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 155028858XISBN-13: 978-1550288582 ← Against the Boards Interference → Awards:Winner Canadian Children’s Book Centre Our Choice Selection 2005
Nominated Alberta Golden Eagle Book Award 2006 School Library Journal“Readers of sports fiction, especially hockey fans, will love Roughing. The dialogue is brisk and… the book fills a niche for libraries looking for offerings combining sports and an issue with which kids deal.” Resource Links“Readers who enjoy hockey will appreciate the vocabulary, the environment and general feel of the game that Nicholson brings.” CM: Canadian Review of Materials“…has created a sympathetic character in Josh, with whom children dealing with illness in their personal lives may identify…The novel sends positive messages about living with an illness and standing up for what’s right.” Larry Lund, Former Owner of Okanagan Hockey Schools“For those reading Ms. Nicholson for the first time may be surprised at how good she is. A first round pick!” Booklist“This is an old fashioned sports story that delivers the basic message that fair play prevails over bullying. Josh’s diabetes adds another dimension to the conventional goings-on, however, and the detailed and accurate accounts of the rigorous practice sessions should win over many young fans of the sport.”
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Against the Boards
Purchase at Amazon.com Purchase at Indigo DescriptionPeter has done it! He’s made it onto an AAA team Bantam team and is now playing hockey in Edmonton. But this shy boy from the NWT is having a hard time adjusting to city life, his new school, and host family.
Awards
Canadian Children’s Center Our Choice Starred Selection
DetailsReading level: Ages 9-12Paperback: 112 pagesPublisher: Lorimer (July 15, 2005)Language: EnglishISBN-10: 1550288652ISBN-13: 978-1550288650 ← Delaying the Game Roughing → Awards: Canadian Children’s Book Centre Our Choice SelectionWinner and Starred Choice Resource Links“Against the Boards would suit aspiring hockey players from grade 4 through grade 8. Peter’s experience would be recognized by any young players attempting to move up in hockey’s hierarchy.” January Magazine“Lorna Schultz Nicholson’s third book featuring a young player from the Northwest Territories is a winner. And it’s crystal clear that Schultz Nicholson understands the world of hockey and has probably logged a few hours in arenas herself. More importantly, it’s obvious that she understands the nature and temperament of the superior player, the things that set him apart…Against the Boards is warm without being sappy and absolutely satisfying. Readers aged eight to 13 will enjoy meeting Peter and facing his special challenges.”
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October 2, 2020
PK Subban (Amazing Hockey Stories) has been nominated for the 2020/21 Hackmatack Award!
PK Subban (Amazing Hockey Stories) has been nominated for the 2020/21 Hackmatack Award!
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Hayley Wickenheiser Book – nominated for the Forest of Reading Yellow Cedar Award!
Hayley Wickenheiser Book – nominated for the Forest of Reading Yellow Cedar Award!
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October 19, 2017
CBC Article on Amazing Hockey Stories: Connor McDavid
CBC Article on Amazing Hockey Stories: Connor McDavid
The CBC has recently written a wonderful article about my newest release Amazing Hockey Stories: Connor McDavid. In this article, I talk about child literacy being such an important topic and how getting books that kids will read into libraries is so critical and how this fuels my passion.
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October 16, 2017
Bent Not Broken is a Red Maple Award Nominee!
Bent Not Broken is a 2017 Red Maple Award Nominee!
I’m thrilled, excited, honoured, and completely humbled that Bent Not Broken: Madeline and Justin has been nominated for the Red Maple Award with the Forest of Reading. Congratulations to all nominees in all categories! Many thanks to Clockwise Press and Christie Harkin.
For further information about the book or how to order, please visit the “One-2-One” section under Books.
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August 30, 2017
Battle of the Books Winner
Fragile Bones Wins Battle of the Books
I am pleased to announce that Fragile Bones won the “Battle of the Books” at Caledon Library in Ontario!! What a great way to end the summer and many thanks to libraries for creating amazing summer reading programs for kids and teens!
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August 17, 2017
Book Signing – Coles Cherry Lane Mall
Book Signing - Coles Cherry Lane Mall
Bent Not Broken – Book Signing:
Date: Thursday August 24, 2017
Time: 1:00 – 4:00pm
Location: Coles, Cherry Lane Mall, Penticton
Details: Coles is please to welcome Lorna Schultz Nicholson signing her latest book Bent Not Broken, a great book for young adults and even adults. She will also have copes of her latest release Superhero Ninja Wrestling Star and her Puckster series. Please stop by to say hi to Lorna and pick up your copy of Bent Not Broken.
Coles Cherry Lane Mall
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