Over the years, Centauri Arts has worked with dozens of artists. Many of them have taught for us, offered guest classes, or advised our young writers. Here’s a selection of gift ideas, all of them with Centauri connections:
Julie Hartley
Her Secret Soldier. A World War 2 novel filled with mystery and adventure. 19-year-old Rose’s life is transformed forever when she stumbles on an injured German spy in the ancient forest behind her home. Check our Her Secret Soldier on Amazon (Print, Kindle and Audiobook).
Julie Hartley
The Promise She Made. A World War 2 novel. When the Nazis seem set to invade England, Ruby takes her little sister, Eliza, to Canada aboard the SS City of Benares. But the Benares is torpedoed by a German U-boat and dozens of children are lost at sea – including Eliza. Ruby must rebuild her life – but how can she, when deep down, she feels certain her sister is still alive? Available for pre-order on Kindle. Due out 12 February 2025.
Vikki Van Sickle
Into the Goblin Market.
A picture book ode to Christina Rossetti’s classic poem and a clever homage to familiar fairy-tale villains, this story about two sisters will enthrall readers with its beautifully detailed art and enchanting writing.
Check out Into the Goblin Market on Amazon.ca
Vikki Van Sickle
The Lightning Circle. An intimate coming-of age novel for teens, told in verse with delicate line art, chronicling the beauty, magic and transformative power of summer camp, for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo and Judy Blume.
Check out The Lightning Circle on Amazon.ca
Robyn Gram-Barclay
My Good Friend, Ted! Join Ted, a beautiful Blue Whale who is RED, as he gathers his friends in a fun-filled game of tag and togetherness.
Check out My Good Friend, Ted! on Amazon.ca
Michael McCreary
Michael is a stand up comedian and autism advocate who has written – as you can imagine – a very funny book:
Check out Michael’s Book on Amazon.ca
Mark Abley
Whether on the other side of the world or in our own backyard, languages everywhere are fading into oblivion. Mark Abley explores what the human family stands to lose — and explains why some endangered languages continue to thrive.
Check out Mark’s Books on Amazon.ca
Alwyn Hamilton
Alwyn is a New York Times bestselling author whose young adult fantasy novels have been published in 15 countries:
Check out Alwyn’s Books on Amazon.ca
Stuart Ross
A poet and writer of fiction, Stuart Ross taught creative writing at our camp, at our adult arts retreat, and ran guest classes with us in Toronto.
Check out Stuart’s Books on Amazon.ca
Gary Barwin
Barwin’s novel Yiddish for Pirates was nominated for the Governor General’s Award for Literature.
Check out Gary’s Books on Amazon.ca
Kaya Quinsey-Holt
An evocative romantic comedy full of “unrest, deceit, and heartbreak in one of Europe’s most spectacular places”. Check out Kaya’s books on Amazon
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