Saku's Great Newfoundland Adventure - Softcover

Marie-Beth Wright

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1771177675 ISBN 13: 9781771177672

Publisher: Flanker Press, 2019

Synopsis

Saku, a young Cape Shore water dog, is skilled and strong with a lot of exploring to do. Watching him bound around the backcountry or swim behind Justin Barbour's raft, you just know that he is ready to go on a long adventure! Together with Justin, Saku is going to cross from Robinsons in western Newfoundland to Cape Broyle, where the province's eastern shores meet the Atlantic Ocean. Using a satellite phone, they inform everyone back home how they are doing as the months speed by. What will Saku and Justin find as they travel 700 kilometres through thick woods, across icy lakes, on wild rivers, and catch trout for fresh food? Following in Saku and Justin's footsteps, young readers will learn how to start a campfire, make a warm bed of boughs for chilly nights, and live as friends with nature. After a snowy start, the two pals soon travel faster and make new friends as they emerge from the wilderness in the little towns of St. Alban's and Conne River. Excited children, townspeople, and Chief Mi'sel Joe and his family all welcome them warmly. Saku's pack is soon filled with new kibble, and the pair continue eastward. Even Bear, Saku s doggy friend who remains at home, can hear Saku's excited bark when Justin calls home on his phone! Finally, as they near Cape Broyle, Saku and Justin can hardly believe the welcoming party gathered near the beach.

About this title

About the Author

Marie-Beth Wright, B.A. B.Ed., Certificate, Business Administration was born in Valleyfield, Bonavista Bay. In addition to her teaching career she has worked in journalism, volunteering, administration, and as a partner in her family's business. In 2014 she authored Blazing a Trail to Independence, the biography of Newfoundland icon Grace Sparkes. Marie-Beth and her husband, Carl, live in St. John's. She believes in intergenerational collaboration and is a strong promoter of Newfoundland and Labrador's rich culture and history. Marie-Beth is delighted to partner with Justin Barbour, "The Newfoundland Explorer," and his canine companion, Saku, as she introduces young people to their exploits in the Newfoundland outdoors. Corey Majeau is an author, illustrator, and cartoonist born in Edson, Alberta. After falling in love with the rocky shores of Newfoundland, he decided to make it his home. Corey has been a cartoonist and graphic designer for over a decade, with his work spread across multiple platforms and small presses. His cover designs have been nominated for several awards and featured on numerous bestselling titles. He resides in Gander, NL, with his wife and best friend, Candace, their son Jack, and daughter Charlie.

Edition details

• Publisher: Flanker Press
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 1771177675
• ISBN 13: 9781771177672
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 44
• Illustrator: Corey Majeau