by Pam | Feb 7, 2018 | Blog, Books, Media, Parenting Tips
65% read books in print format 28% read e-books 14% read via audio devices African-Americans.: 16% read on smartphones, 8% on computers, 4% on e-readers 40% read print books only 6% read digital only College grads are four times more likely than high...
by Pam | Jan 31, 2018 | Blog, Books, Writing Tips
It’s easy to become so fond of your protagonist that you forget he’s not all swarthy, handsome, admirable hero. He’s far more interesting if he has faults, past trauma, inner struggles, etc. To ensure that these ring true, and to spawn...
by Pam | Jan 17, 2018 | Blog, Books, Uncategorized, Writing Tips
I read lots of young-adult novels — it’s part of my job. I don’t usually blog about them, but this one is different. This one is so incredibly original and clever and engaging. This one I would like to shout from the rooftops. Not just for...
by Pam | Jul 26, 2017 | Blog, Books, Writing Tips
My new young-adult adventure novel Tracker’s Canyon is out, and the first party celebrating its publication is tomorrow, noon to 2 pm at the Indigo bookstore on Granville and Broadway (2505 Granville) in Vancouver, Canada. I’ll offer a reading or two, sign...
by Pam | Jun 8, 2017 | Blog, Books
Come join me at the book launch of my new young-adult adventure novel Tracker’s Canyon (Dundurn Press) on Thurs. July 27 from noon to 2pm at Indigo’s Granville and Broadway bookstore, Vancouver, BC. — Pam Withers
by Pam | Nov 2, 2016 | Books, Featured
When Tristan’s dad disappears, he puts his tracking skills to the test to find him — but will Tristan’s talents save him if it turns out to be a trap? Thanks to his dad’s coaching, sixteen-year-old Tristan is one of the best climbers and trackers in his community. He...