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Volume 2, Issue 6
June, 2025
Welcome to the June Newsletter!
We hope to keep you posted on local events, inspire you to read emerging authors, review your next great read and share tips and opportunities to help you keep your finger on the pulse of the Canadian literary community.
Friendly Authors Networking Socials (F.A.N.S.)
In response to requests, we are hosting gatherings for authors who are published and interested in networking with other authors. To learn and share insights on sales, networking, branding and other things that may facilitate income and possibly collaboration on future writing projects and events. It is not a writers' group but more a writers' 2.0 group. What is next, and how do I get these boxes of books into the hands of readers? Let's chat, share tips and learn from and with each other.
The first F.A.N.S. gathering for the fall season will be:
Saturday September 13, 2025, 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM
Quality Foods - Upstairs Café, Eagle Creek Village Shopping Centre,
#110 - 27 Helmcken Road, Victoria, British Columbia
Bring your elevator speech and copies of the books you’d like reviewed.
September’s Terry Talk will be a Flash Workshop and the topic will be: Book Launch Organizing on any Budget. It will be held on the same day from 12:30 pm until 2 pm, and there will be a $10.00 charge!
Points to Ponder
Vancouver Writers Fest - https://writersfest.bc.ca
Gibsons Art and Words Festival 2024 - https://gibsonspublicmarket.com/event/art-words-festival-2024-august-22-25/
Surrey International Writers Conference - https://www.siwc.ca
Victoria Festival of Authors - https://victoriafestivalofauthors.ca
Federation of BC Writers - https://www.bcwriters.ca
Canadian Authors Association - https://canadianauthors.org
Victoria Writers’ Society – http://victoriawriters.ca
Pride In The Word - https://victoriapridesociety.org/pride-2024/literary/
Denman Island Readers and Writers Festival - https://denmanislandwritersfestival.com/festival-2025/
Spend your Lazy Summer Days Binge Reading a Trilogy –
SAVE with our Trilogy Bundles until August 31.
This summer Filidh Publishing is offering bundles of trilogies written by four of our authors: R.P. Mickelson, Ron Kearse, P.N. Holland, and Edeana Malcolm.
Bundle #1 is The Mystical Healing Trilogy by RP Mickelson
$63.95 CAD, until August 31, for all three books!
RP Mickelson’s Trilogy Concludes with Clare’s Deliverance.
We’re thrilled to share that Clare’s Deliverance, the final installment in RP Mickelson’s acclaimed trilogy, is now available! This series—beginning with Lolita’s Power, continuing through Roxanne’s Salvation, and now concluding with Clare’s Deliverance—has touched readers with its honest portrayal of adversity, hope, and the strength found in community.
Why Readers Love This Trilogy:
• Characters who feel real and relatable
• Themes of healing, courage, and redemption
• A narrative that invites reflection and connection
If you’ve followed this journey from the start, you won’t want to miss the emotional finale. And if you’re new to RP Mickelson’s work, now is the perfect time to dive in.
Bundle #2 is the Road Without End Trilogy by Ron Kearse
$59.95 CAD, until August 31, for all three books!
Ron Kearse’s Road Trilogy: Stories of Hope, Change, and Second Chances
We’re delighted to spotlight Ron Kearse’s acclaimed trilogy—a literary road trip that reminds us it’s never too late to start over.
Begin with Road Without End, where the journey starts with a leap of faith. Meet characters facing crossroads in Just Outside of Hope, and discover the power of redemption in Last Chance Town.
Why You’ll Love This Trilogy:
• Honest, heartfelt narratives set against the backdrop of the Canadian road
• Characters who wrestle with real-life challenges and find hope in unexpected places
• A celebration of resilience, friendship, and the courage to keep moving forward
Whether you’re looking for inspiration, adventure, or a story that feels like a companion on your own journey, Ron Kearse’s trilogy delivers.
Bundle #3 is the Vancouver Island Mysteries Series by P.N. Holland
$32.95, until August 31, for all three books!
Explore Vancouver Island’s Hidden Stories with P.N. Holland
We’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on P.N. Holland’s Vancouver Island trilogy—a series that uncovers the magic, mystery, and history of our own backyard!
Start with The Saxe Point Park Mystery, where a seemingly ordinary park hides extraordinary secrets. Continue with The E&N Escape, a thrilling race against time along the historic railway. Conclude with The Lost Boys of Lampson, where old legends and new friendships collide in a dramatic finale.
Why readers (and locals!) love this trilogy: • Real Vancouver Island locations you can visit and explore • Stories that celebrate courage, friendship, and the spirit of adventure • Perfect for readers of all ages who love a good mystery. Ready to discover the island’s hidden stories?
Bundle #4 is The Gardener Trilogy by Edeana Malcolm
Regularly $68.37 CAD, until August 31, $59.37 CAD for all three books!
This summer, lose yourself in the beauty and intrigue of Edeana Malcolm’s Compleat Garden Series. Set in 18th-century England, these novels follow Susan Kirke, a young woman of privilege who defies societal expectations to marry John Dean, a Scottish gardener of the lower class and different faith. The third novel shifts to John's voice, adding depth to his character and exploring themes of masculinity, vulnerability, and devotion.
Why readers like this trilogy.
- Historical authenticity: Grounded in real social and religious tensions of the 18th century.
- Nature and the garden as metaphor: The garden symbolizes both the beauty and complexity of human relationships.
- Love vs. convention: A recurring conflict between personal desires and societal expectations.
Perfect for long afternoons, garden lovers, and fans of rich historical storytelling.
Order these trilogies at filidhbooks.com.
Don’t forget to follow @filidhbooks on Instagram for more local reads, author Q&As, and exclusive giveaways! There will be future trilogy sales so stay tuned, and thank you for supporting local authors and stories that bring our community together.
July is Pride Month in Victoria!
Filidh Publishing Will be taking part in Victoria Pride Celebrations This summer! We will have booths at two Pride Events this July!
The first is Pride in the Word July 3rd at the Victoria Conference Centre Lecture Theatre from 7:30 PM until 10:30 PM. The doors open at 6:30 PM, so come and visit us at our booth!
We Will also be at Victoria Pride Festival July 6th at MacDonald Park where the Pride Parade ends! And don’t forget to pick up some great 2SLGBTQ+ books for your summer reading while you’re there!
When Words Collide Writers’ Festival!
August 15th to the 17th, 2025
Sheraton Cavalier Hotel
Calgary, Alberta
For anybody who is going to be in or around the Calgary area this summer, Filidh Publishing will be taking part in When Words Collide Festival in Calgary this August!
Not only will Filidh Publishing be there selling books, but our Editor-In-Chief, Zoe Duff, has been invited to take part in a panel discussion on: Troubleshooting Your Manuscript on Friday August 15th at 1 PM.
And, one of our authors, Ron Kearse has been asked to take part in another panel discussion on: A Hostile Age: LGBTQ+ Writings in an age Where Our Rights are Being Rolled Back, on Sunday August 17th at 3 PM
So, if you happen to be in the area, come by and say hello, buy a book, and take part the discussion panels! The host hotel is the Sheraton Cavalier at 2620 - 32 Ave. NE. Calgary, Alberta.
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