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July 20, 2015
THE JOCK AND THE FAT CHICK: Vote on the book cover!
I am super thrilled to find two amazing book cover designs
by EpicReads for my upcoming novel.
They’re leaving it up to you guys to vote for your favourite!
Help choose by clicking here:
http://www.epicreads.com/blog/vote-on-the-jock-the-fat-chick-book-cover/
About THE JOCK AND THE FAT CHICK:
No one ever said high school was easy. In this hilarious and heartwarming debut, one high school senior has to ask himself how much he is willing to give up in order to fit in.
Kevin seems to have it all: he’s popular, good looking, and on his way to scoring a college hockey scholarship. However, he’s keeping two big secrets. The first is that he failed an assignment and is now forced to take the most embarrassing course ever–domestic tech. The second is that he is falling for his domestic tech classmate, Claire.
As far as Kevin is concerned Claire does have it all: she’s funny, smart, beautiful, and confident. But she’s off limits. Because Kevin knows what happens when someone in his group dares to date a girl who isn’t a cheerleader, and there’s no way he is going to put himself—or Claire—through that.
But steering clear of the girl of his dreams is a lot harder than Kevin thought…especially when a cooking project they are paired together for provides the perfect opportunity for things to heat up between them outside of the classroom….
#YALIit #YARomance #hotYARomance #booksforboys #YAlitchat #bodypositive #fatacceptance #oppositesattract #SweetRomance
(Results revealed Friday, July 24th!)
Vote on THE JOCK & THE FAT CHICK Book Cover!
I am super thrilled to find two amazing book cover designs
by EpicReads for my upcoming novel.
They’re leaving it up to you guys to vote for your favourite!
Help choose by clicking here:
http://www.epicreads.com/blog/vote-on-the-jock-the-fat-chick-book-cover/
About THE JOCK AND THE FAT CHICK:
No one ever said high school was easy. In this hilarious and heartwarming debut, one high school senior has to ask himself how much he is willing to give up in order to fit in.
Kevin seems to have it all: he’s popular, good looking, and on his way to scoring a college hockey scholarship. However, he’s keeping two big secrets. The first is that he failed an assignment and is now forced to take the most embarrassing course ever–domestic tech. The second is that he is falling for his domestic tech classmate, Claire.
As far as Kevin is concerned Claire does have it all: she’s funny, smart, beautiful, and confident. But she’s off limits. Because Kevin knows what happens when someone in his group dares to date a girl who isn’t a cheerleader, and there’s no way he is going to put himself—or Claire—through that.
But steering clear of the girl of his dreams is a lot harder than Kevin thought…especially when a cooking project they are paired together for provides the perfect opportunity for things to heat up between them outside of the classroom….
(Results revealed Friday, July 24th!)
March 20, 2015
Upcoming Appearance! TT: Full Throttle book signing at Motorcycle Springshow! Mar 21-22, 2015
I’m super stoked to announce that I’ll be appearing at the
Motorcycle Springshow!
The Toronto International Centre
6900 Airport Road
(at Derry Road in Mississauga, Ontario)
Saturday, March 21: 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday, March 22: 10 am – 5 pm
http://motorcyclespringshow.com
Save $3 off admission with this coupon:
http://motorcyclespringshow.com/subscribe/
I’ll be on hand to sign copies of TT: Full Throttle a story about Canadians
who travel to the Isle of Man to try and qualify for one of the toughest road races in the world.
http://motorcyclespringshow.com/events-features/special-guests/
TT: Full Throttle is the first fiction book based
on the real Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Races.
Read sample chapter HERE
February 22, 2015
Upcoming Novel! The Jock And The Fat Chick
I’m thrilled to announce the publication of my YA romance novel,
The Jock And The Fat Chick
(HarperCollins’ Epic Reads July 2015)
High school athlete Kevin risks ridicule from his jock-friends
when he secretly dates the charming, big beautiful Claire.
Stay tuned for the cover reveal.
http://www.epicreads.com/books/the-jock-and-the-fat-chick/9780062418418/
February 7, 2015
Upcoming Appearance! TT: Full Throttle book signing at Motorcycle Springshow! Mar 21-22, 2015
I’m super stoked to announce that I’ll be appearing at the
Motorcycle Springshow!
The Toronto International Centre
6900 Airport Road
(at Derry Road in Mississauga, Ontario)
Saturday, March 21: 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday, March 22: 10 am – 5 pm
http://motorcyclespringshow.com
Save $3 off admission with this coupon:
http://motorcyclespringshow.com/subscribe/
I’ll be on hand to sign copies of TT: Full Throttle a story about Canadians
who travel to the Isle of Man to try and qualify for one of the toughest road races in the world.
http://motorcyclespringshow.com/events-features/special-guests/
TT: Full Throttle is the first fiction book based
on the real Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Races.
Read sample chapter HERE
January 1, 2015
Help support my next motosports book!
Hey everyone!
Want to see more books on the shelves for kids and teens about motorsports? What about one on motocross that takes place during the Parts Canada TransCan Grand National Championships at Walton Raceway?
You can help by becoming a part of Patreon.com and for as little as a dollar a month you will receive insights to the writing and research process. Check it out!
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December 27, 2014
Upcoming Appearance! TT: Full Throttle book signing at North American International Motorcycle Supershow! Jan 2-4, 2015
I’m super stoked to announce that I’ll be appearing at:
North Ameican International Motorcycle Supershow!
The Toronto International Centre
6900 Airport Road
(at Derry Road in Mississauga, Ontario)
Friday, January 2: Noon – 10 pm
Saturday, January 3: 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday, January 4: 10 am – 5 pm
http://www.motorcyclesupershow.ca/admissions.html
I’ll be on hand to sign copies of TT: Full Throttle a story about Canadians
who travel to the Isle of Man to try and qualify for one of the toughest road races in the world.
TT: Full Throttle is the first fiction book based
on the real Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Races.
Read sample chapter HERE
November 17, 2014
Upcoming Appearance! TT: Full Throttle book signing at North American International Motorcycle Supershow! Jan 2-4, 2015
I’m super stoked to announce that I’ll be appearing at:
North Ameican International Motorcycle Supershow!
The Toronto International Centre
6900 Airport Road
(at Derry Road in Mississauga, Ontario)
Friday, January 2: Noon – 10 pm
Saturday, January 3: 10 am – 9 pm
Sunday, January 4: 10 am – 5 pm
http://www.motorcyclesupershow.ca/admissions.html
I’ll be on hand to sign copies of TT: Full Throttle a story about Canadians
who travel to the Isle of Man to try and qualify for one of the toughest road races in the world.
TT: Full Throttle is the first fiction book based
on the real Isle of Man Tourist Trophy Races.
Read sample chapter HERE
October 23, 2014
YA Roundup: A year of meetup.com books and films
Writing YA lit also means reading YA lit. I looked for a book club where I could discover new authors and discuss books with like minded fans of the genre. When I couldn’t find a group with books that interested me, I created my own: Walking And Talking About YA Books In High Park. (It’s pretty self-explanatory.) We cover a variety of voices, genres and topics. In no particular order, below are a list of books we read. Some were meh, some brilliant, but all of them sparked great conversations while strolling in nature no matter the weather. If you’re interested in joining this group click HERE.
August 27, 2014
Not the IOMTT, but still going Full Throttle: Researching my new motocross book for teens
I had a great time visiting Walton Raceway’s 2014 Amateur & Pro Parts Canada TransCan (August 13-17) where over 850 participants, from wee-tot to pro, competed in a host of race classes.
Melody drove me around the grounds in her golf cart and we shared a few laughs each time I used IOMTT Races lingo when I asked questions. I learned that it’s starting gate not a startline, it’s pit area not a paddock, and it’s a staging area not parc ferme. Scrutineering, what?
Big thanks to the Walton folks for letting me visit. I shall return! Check them out!
