Well! The Orca contingent has returned from a successful trip to BEC 2008. Dayle, Andrew and Sarah Mac (that’s me) whisked themselves and boxes of books to Toronto for a weekend filled with author signings, book promotion and thunderstorms.
There was a steady line-up of people eager to get a book signed from the many talented authors and illustrators who dropped by the Orca booth. Frieda Wishinsky, Lesley Choyce, Adrian Bradbury, Eric Walters, Leanne Lieberman, Monique Polak and Liam O’Donnell all made an appearance. Bilaal Rajan, a twelve-year-old first time author, signed posters featuring his upcoming book Making Change: Tips from an Underage Overachiever, and created quite a buzz after his inspiring presentation at a seminar featuring first time published Canadian authors. Way to go, Bilaal!

A joyful Monique Polak with the cover of her new book What World is Left (Fall 08)

Leanne Lieberman signs copies of Gravity


Liam O’Donnell, author of Wild Ride and Ramp Rats, the first two titles in the Graphic Guide Adventure Series.


Frieda Wishinsky signing books


Bilaal Rajan and pal Eric Walters

Orca will return to TO for more Book Expo fun next summer. A big thank you to everyone who stopped by the booth for a visit!

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