Secret of the Dance

Andrea Spalding is a prolific writer for children. She gives school presentations across the country, and also teaches writing workshops and in-service presentations to teachers, librarians, and any one interested in her passion for Children's Literature. Visit Andrea's website at www.andreaspalding.com.

Judge Alfred Scow, elder of the Kwakwa'wakw Nation, is a member of the Order of Canada. Now retired, Judge Scow and his wife live on Pender Island and in Vancouver.

Darlene Gait was born on Vancouver Island and began painting as a child. Inspired by nature and by her Coast Salish heritage, Darlene brings a rich understanding of the natural world to her work, which is held in private collections and exhibited world-wide. Darlene lives in Shawnigan Lake, British Columbia.