Richard Jones lives in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario with his wife and two young children. Though originally from Wales, his wife was born and raised in the Sault. In 2007, on his first visit to Canada and Sault Ste. Marie, Richard’s wife took him to the Bushplane Museum. He has been back many times since.

Bailey the Bushplane is the first in a planned series of children’s books by Bushplane Stories. The stories, written by Richard, illustrated by Amy, and printed in Sault Ste. Marie, are about a group of bushplane friends that operate out of a small airport in Northern Ontario. Each book will feature bushplanes found within the Canadian Bushplane Heritage Centre, in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Bushplanes and a Train, is a sequel to the first book, Bailey the Bushplane.

Bushplanes and a Train introduces a trio of new characters – Bella the Helicopter, Brooke the Beech and Tristan the Train – to the gang of Bailey the Beaver, Emily Seebee and Olly the Otter from
the original story.
The sequel also serves as a tribute to the 100th anniversary of the Ontario Provincial Air Service.

Bailey The Bushplane tells the story of spirited yet insecure bush plane Bailey, Bailey The Beaver. Bailey is determined to fly important bushplane missions, but this inadvertently leads the team of bushplane friends into trouble when an out of control forest fire approaches a remote trading post.

The West End: A Magical Place Created by Giants by Dr. Frank S. Sarlo is a heartfelt tribute to the vibrant and resilient community of the West End in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. This richly illustrated book, featuring sketches by Gene Ubriaco, delves into the historical, cultural, and personal stories that shaped this unique neighborhood. It highlights the remarkable achievements of its residents, including hockey legends Phil and Tony Esposito, businessman Geno F. Francolini, and author Frank G. Paci. Through vivid memories and personal anecdotes, Sarlo captures the essence of a community built by immigrants who overcame immense challenges to create a thriving, supportive neighborhood.

At the turn of the 20th century, young men came by ship and then by train to find work and assist their families in escaping the pain of poverty. Having found work, scrimped and saved for years, these young men were able to bring their wives and children to join them. Some returned home to find partners to join them in making a new life.

Over the years, these strong and resilient people endured squalor, poverty, disease, tragedy, prejudice and hate to create a unique sense of community in the West End. They survived the Depression, World Wars and threats of internment while instilling a love for their new Happy Days on James Street country and still retaining their Old World religion and culture.

These happy, strong, hardworking, friendly, kind, caring and generous people, who helped make their unique community magical for those that would follow, were giants. Providing a legacy of a strong work ethic and spirit to succeed, the following generations from this small urban area fostered multi-cultural cooperation and understanding that surely far exceeded the dreams of those first immigrants.

Dr. Frank S. Sarlo received his BA in political science from the University of Windsor, his LLB from Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto, and a PhD in Philosophy from the University of Bristol in Bristol, England, writing his thesis on the topic of community organizing in Sault Ste. Marie. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel in 1982 and practiced law for 40 years before retiring in 2008. Frank was honoured with a number of awards for his community work. He lives with his wife, Laura, in Sault Ste. Marie.

Lisa Deresti Betik has been a storyteller since she was small. She used to spin wild tales about invisible, blanket-eating alligators in her room, and she once convinced everyone that the Tooth Fairy had made her fall out of bed. Today she writes fun, fascinating nonfiction books for children. She is the author of Think Like a Goat: The Wildly Smart Ways Animals Communicate, Cooperate and Innovate (Kids Can Press, 2023) and In the Dark: The Science of What Happens at Night (Kids Can Press, 2020).

Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Lisa grew up surrounded by majestic lakes and forests that encouraged her curiosity. She is a graduate of the Concurrent Teacher Education program at Queen’s University, and she loves helping young people learn more about our amazing world. Lisa now lives in Waterloo, Ontario, with her family, where she keeps a Little Free Library on their front lawn.

Stephen Mezzomo lives in Michigan, but grew up in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. He enjoys spending time with family, traveling, and writing. Stephen became interested in Disaster Fiction when he decided to write his first book Castle Hills Fall.

Castle Hills Fall 3 – Like a bad penny, she’s baaack! The conflict and bloodshed between Tiffany and her mortal enemies isn’t finished yet. Not as far as she’s concerned.
Travel with Black Widow as she makes her escape—again, and contrives yet another plan for revenge on Kyle and Ed.Is there anything this woman won’t do to get her way? Let’s find out. Grab your copy and let’s see what she does this time!

Castle Hills Fall 4 – The Hunter family and Ed’s gun store are currently under siege by Black Widow, and her insatiable thirst for revenge drives her to extreme measures. Kyle, Ed, and their people have no choice but to abandon their homes and embark on a desperate retreat to the isolated town of Oscoda.
Join the Hunter family and Ed’s special forces team as they make the perilous journey north, fighting off a rogue militia, a Nazi-style government, and a psychotic woman who will stop at nothing to even the score.

Author Dr. Graham Elder has released the fourth instalment in the Covid Odyssey series, following Dr. Mark Spencer on his journey to solve a mystery that has its life during the Covid-19 pandemic years.

Death is not always the end … END IN SIGHT

While hiking the deep woods of Lake Superior Park in Northern Ontario, an innocent man is shot and killed. Somehow straddling the world of the living and the dead, he realizes he has until sunset to make peace with the loss of his loved ones and make sense of the reasons behind his death.

A reluctant killer.

A smalltown deputy chief on the hunt for a murderer.

A wife who would do anything to protect her husband.

A niece on the verge of a monumental scientific discovery.

A physician on a mercy mission.

Five individuals whose paths cross over the course of a single day, changing their lives forever.

Follow Dr. Mark Spencer on a magical journey between worlds as he unravels the mystery and discovers something that could change the course of the pandemic

Dr. Graham runs a surgical practice in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario. While his wife was away on a trip early during the Covid-19 pandemic, Graham was inspired to write a fictional account about the strange times that were happening. Using his medical training and education, the doctor turned author.

Norm Douglas was born in Hawk Junction, Ontario, and grew up in Sault Ste. Marie. He earned his BA and LLB degrees from Queen’s University. In 1973, immediately after completing the Bar Admissions, Norm was appointed Assistant Crown Attorney back in his hometown of Sault Ste. Marie, and he became the Crown Attorney in 1980. In 1992, he moved to Toronto to take up the position of Senior Counsel and then Director of Criminal Prosecutions for Ontario, and two years later, after a twenty-one-year career as a Crown Counsel, he was appointed to the Ontario Court of Justice to preside as a criminal court judge in Brampton, Ontario.

On his seventy-fifth birthday in November 2021, after twenty-seven-and-a-half years on the bench, Norm retired from his position. Rewarding as his time as a Crown Attorney and judge were, the best job he has ever had is what he does now – being “Grampa Buck” to his eleven grandchildren. Have you ever wanted to be a judge?

Here’s your chance. Sit on the dais beside criminal court judge and author Norm Douglas as he wrestles with difficult decisions that he had to make. This book presents twelve homicide cases and another twelve riveting true-crime cases where you, the reader, are either the judge or the prosecutor.

You Be the Judge provides an interactive legal exercise where the readers engage with the daily dilemmas and considerations faced inside the courtroom and gain behind-the-scenes access to the Canadian justice system. Based on Norm Douglas’s lifetime contributions to bringing the law into Canadian classrooms, the book is a testament to his career and the complexity of arriving at true justice. Experience a collaborative journey into ethics, morality, and legality as you adjudicate, deliberate, and judge. Perfect for legal enthusiasts, classroom teachers, and aspiring judges.

“Take the Front Seat,” by John De Lorenzi, unveils an extraordinary journey of connection, discovery, and transformation set against the backdrop of a rideshare program in 1990s Canada. This compelling novel follows Boris Bonch, a Russian immigrant with a troubled past, and Did Spencer, a young university student battling narcolepsy and a unique stutter, as they navigate the roads between Ottawa and Toronto. Through chance encounters and shared rides, a series of vivid characters enter their lives, each leaving a lasting impact. From the depths of personal struggle to the heights of newfound relationships, De Lorenzi crafts a narrative that explores the essence of human vulnerability and the strength found in companionship. As Boris and Did’s stories intertwine with those of their passengers, including the intuitive Greta Visser and the explorative Eli Bobov, “Take the Front Seat” takes readers on a memorable ride through the complexities of identity, the challenges of adaptation, and the courage required to take control of one’s life. John De Lorenzi masterfully captures the spirit of adventure and the quest for belonging in this poignant tale of friendship, love, and the search for home.

Spirited Conversations seeks to provide existential questions such as these by challenging our current beliefs regarding death and the after-life. From her personal collection of lived experiences, this series compilation evokes intrigue and mystery about the super-natural events that have become commonplace for author Sherry.
Spirited Conversations – As the memorial service has come to a solemn end, the mournful congregation of family and friends gather outside of the ominous funeral home doors. They weep deeply, hearing the sound of the hearse door being slammed shut, signifying the end of life. After the tear-filled motorcade ride to the cemetery, loved ones gather around to watch as the casket housing their dearly departed is lowered into the grave. Is this all that is left of a life once lived? Your loved one can’t truly be gone forever… Can they?