Anne DeGrace facts for kids
Anne DeGrace is a talented Canadian writer and illustrator. She lives near Nelson, British Columbia, a beautiful place in Canada. Anne DeGrace has written four novels, which are longer stories, and has also helped create three photo books.
Who is Anne DeGrace?
Anne DeGrace was born in Ottawa, Ontario, which is Canada's capital city. She moved to Nelson, British Columbia, in 1981. This move brought her closer to the stunning landscapes of the Kootenay region.
Anne DeGrace's Books
Anne DeGrace often uses interesting parts of Canadian history in her novels. Her books were first published by McArthur & Co. and later by Cormorant Books.
- Treading Water was published in 2005. In 2010, this book was chosen for a special project called "One Book, One Kootenay." This meant many people in the Kootenay area read and discussed the book together.
- Wind Tails came out in 2007. In the United States, this book was called Far From Home. It was even nominated for an award called the Evergreen Award.
- Sounding Line was published in 2009. It was a popular choice for readers, picked by a well-known bookstore chain.
- Flying with Amelia was released in 2011. A paperback version followed in 2014.
Other Creative Work
In 2011, Anne DeGrace was given a special title: Nelson's third Cultural Ambassador. This means she helped represent the city's arts and culture. She has also written articles for Nelson newspapers since 1989, sharing her thoughts and stories with the community.
Besides writing novels, Anne DeGrace has illustrated several books for children. This means she drew the pictures for them! She mainly worked with Polestar Press and Bluefield Books. She also works as an editor and helps other writers publish their books, especially those about local history.
