Halloween Book Signing In Burlington, Indigo

Halloween day, October 31st, 2015 from 1 - 5 pm - Michael Poeltl, Author and Illustrator of the modern classic: West of Noreaso will be appearing at the !ndigo book store at 1250 Brant Street in Burlington, Ontario, Canada, 

"It's perfect timing," explains Poeltl, "As the young reader novella itself is set around Halloween."

Poeltl's own love for the creepy holiday is apparent
as he describes the book's main theme: Superstition.

"I love the concept of superstition; the way people believe if they do something, or don't do it, that something good or bad might happen to them, or someone they love; like their Mother. Where does a concept like 'step on a crack and break your Mother's back' originate? And why?!"

The angle Poeltl take's in telling his story steeped in superstitions and set on a stormy Halloween evening, is to introduce two young siblings, Jackson and Eloise, pull them from everything they know, and drop them into a land ruled by superstition.

"Then the children have to navigate their way back home, but all the while, adhering to the rules of the land West of Noreaso," How do they do that? "Upon entering this new realm, the children encounter three sheep. They think they must have wandered from their shepherd, but soon discover that the sheep would be their shepherds there. That Jackson and Eloise could understand them when they spoke, and that they were trapped in a world they know nothing about.

To support his appearance, Poeltl will be marketing the the event on social networks and including an infographic highlighting some of the superstitions examined in the book. Don't miss this opportunity to meet and a have your edition of West of Noreaso signed. Pick up a copy at a 45% discount. Saturday, October 31st only! If yo have to miss it, you can always pick one up from Amazon in print or Kindle versions.

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gritLIT: Hamilton’s Readers & Writers Festival - April 16-19th, 2015

Don’t miss out on one of Southern Ontario’s un(der)discovered literary gems!

gritLIT: Hamilton’s Readers & Writers Festival is entering its second successful decade and is growing every year. The festival attracts audiences from all over the GTA and Golden Horseshoe, with dynamic and interactive readings, discussions and workshops held at the beautiful Art Gallery of Hamilton (123 King Street West).

Established in 2004 by Hamilton author Krista Foss, gritLIT has introduced Hamilton’s dynamic book-loving community to writers from across Canada, while at the same time offering local literary stars a chance to showcase their work. Over the years, gritLIT has provided Hamilton readers and writers personal interaction with and mentorship from some of Canada’s most respected national and international-award-winning authors — authors like Rawi Hage, Kathleen Winter, Dennis Lee, Emma Donoghue and local luminary Lawrence Hill (The Book of Negroes), to name a few.

Each year, the festival creates new opportunities for involvement. gritLIT has hosted blue pencil rooms, writing workshops, and master classes, and has brought writers of children’s and young adults' books into local schools and libraries. gritLIT runs an annual writing competition (short story and poetry) that attracts entries from established and emerging authors across Canada and overseas. One of this year’s short story winners is from Australia! Workshops and meet-up events also give local writers many opportunities to interact and hone their skills.

As Hamilton’s premier literary festival, gritLIT is poised to entertain and influence budding writers and devoted readers for years to come as its author list continues to expand along with its membership. This year’s festival runs April, 16-19th.

For more information and the schedule of events, visit www.gritlit.ca.

To arrange an interview or for other media inquiries, email Mike at mpoeltl@gritlit.ca