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Heather M. O'Connor

Award-winning Canadian children's author

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Tag: writing retreats

My first fishing licence

August 1, 2017August 19, 2023 Heather O'Connor

On August 17, I’m taking the Learn to Fish Program at Emily Provincial Park. So are my daughter and my grandson. First one to catch a fish wins.

Uncategorized, Where I've beenartist-in-residence, Inspired-by-Quetico, Quetico Provincial Park, Runs with the Stars, writer-in-residence, writing retreats

Upon reflection

April 21, 2015January 8, 2016 Heather O'Connor

There’s nothing like getting away to write, either alone or with other writers. A change of scenery and a little solitude lures my submerged ideas to the surface. I have time to hook them, land them and in some cases, throw them back to grow a little bigger.

Uncategorizedcreativity, Spring Thaw, time, Writescape, writing retreats

Reviews

O’Connor will keep the game’s fans close with plenty of in-the-know soccer patter, but she will also draw other readers with the story of Jack’s slow absorption into a gambling…...

Kirkus Reviews

Tight and authentic sports action combined with engaging characters make this title great for sports fans as well as readers who enjoy action and drama.

School Library Journal

The fast-paced writing has enough soccer action to keep reluctant readers turning the pages, and the gambling intrigue, along with a side plot involving a new player on Jack’s team,...

Booklist

O'Connor deals with topics that would be well worth discussing with almost any teen: the value of team-work; honesty; and ethics. I will certainly include Betting Game in our curriculum...

CM: Canadian Review of Materials

Betting Game easily captivated my interest with its action and suspense and honest teen characters… The kind of read that will grip both sports fans and reluctant readers.

CanLit for LittleCanadians

A fast paced, entertaining read that will really appeal to all soccer players, both boys and girls, especially those struggling to sustain a reading habit.

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