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Betsy Wickwire’s Christmas Present

It might not seem like much to you but Betsy Wickwire’s getting something wonderful for Christmas: suds. One of the things that’s always bugged me – a bit – is that the sponge on the cover looks like a big … Continue reading

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“A truly hilarious book…”

And the really good news is that I was actually trying to be hilarious…Here’s the whole fabulous review of Betsy Wickwire’s Dirty Secret from http://www.canadiangiftguide.com. “Kudos to Canadian Vicki Grant for writing a truly hilarious book that’ll make you smile while … Continue reading

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The Launch of Betsy Wickwire and The Titanic

There is a connection. On Monday, October 17, Betsy Wickwire’s Dirty Secret will be launched at The George Wright House. This stately home at the corner of Young Avenue and Inglis Street in Halifax was bequeathed to the Local Council … Continue reading

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Betsy Wickwire goes to Ryerson University.

There is nothing authors like better than to see their books get a celebrity endorsement – which is why I was delighted to come across this photo of my dear friend/editor Hadley Dyer at Toronto’s Word on the Street. Yes, … Continue reading

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Hark the Herald Angel Sings!

Oh, what a lovely review Betsy got in this morning’s Chronicle Herald. Here are a few of the highlights: “Betsy Wickwire’s Dirty Secret deserves to be on award lists.” “Not Suitable (for Family Viewing) is a hard act to follow … Continue reading

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October in Ontario

The dates, times and venues aren’t all tacked down yet but my trip to Ontario is shaping up quite nicely. Here’s the way it looks at the moment: October 24 and 25: Ottawa Writers Festival October 26: Toronto for a … Continue reading

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