Hi! I'm crystal! I'm an author and a freelance writer.
I LOVE reading, writing and travelling. I discovered these passions at a young age, but it was not until later in life that everything came together (finally!) and I combined these loves into a career.
SO...if you LOVE BOOKS or want QUALITY CONTENT that connects with your customers
you've come to the right place.
you've come to the right place.
Here's My Story...
After 8+ years in the communications industry exploring both the corporate and agency side of the business, I decided I needed a BIG change. I put job security behind me (much to the horror of many) and moved to Jakarta, Indonesia to teach English as a Second Language. Well...this little detour was the BEST thing I have ever done!
The Books
Living abroad ignited my passion for writing as well as kept my travel bug nourished. Upon my return to Canada, I wrote Beauty Beneath the Banyan (BBTB), which was published by Inanna Publications, in 2012.
My manuscript Tears from the Sea was longlisted for the 2021 Guernica Prize and, I am also looking for a home for a third novel, Visions in the Wind. (Soooo please cross your fingers for me.)
The Books
Living abroad ignited my passion for writing as well as kept my travel bug nourished. Upon my return to Canada, I wrote Beauty Beneath the Banyan (BBTB), which was published by Inanna Publications, in 2012.
My manuscript Tears from the Sea was longlisted for the 2021 Guernica Prize and, I am also looking for a home for a third novel, Visions in the Wind. (Soooo please cross your fingers for me.)
My Story Continued...
Besides novel writing, my BIG change also led to: teaching in China, exploring the wonders of Asia, working as a coordinator at the Simcoe County District School Board, writing newspaper articles and developing content for local businesses.
YouTuber
Of late, a global pandemic forced me out of my comfort zone and I can now add YouTuber to my portfolio (I did not see this one coming). I interview new and established authors to find out their story and the story behind their book. If you love novels, be sure to check out my channel all about canadian books. And, PLEASE don't forget to subscribe!
YouTuber
Of late, a global pandemic forced me out of my comfort zone and I can now add YouTuber to my portfolio (I did not see this one coming). I interview new and established authors to find out their story and the story behind their book. If you love novels, be sure to check out my channel all about canadian books. And, PLEASE don't forget to subscribe!
Freelance Writer & Adventurer
It has been a fantastic journey that has transported me around the globe and back home to Canada. It has led to writing novels and reading A LOT of books before I tuck in for the night. I am thrilled my career has landed in the world of freelance where I provide content solutions for small businesses, entrepreneurs and authors.
It has been a fantastic journey that has transported me around the globe and back home to Canada. It has led to writing novels and reading A LOT of books before I tuck in for the night. I am thrilled my career has landed in the world of freelance where I provide content solutions for small businesses, entrepreneurs and authors.
To conclude my story (for now) I will add...anytime I have taken a risk, the results have made me VERY happy and I am always dreaming about my next adventure!