This week, in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis all across the world, another of my personal heroes passed away at the age of 88. I told my story about Jean Little in a post that included the incomparable Margaret Laurence almost four years ago now. Here is the link to that post, entitled Margaret Laurence, Jean Little and My Writing Journey. I hope you will enjoy seeing both these writers from my point of view.
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You will also enjoy reading more about Jean Little if you click this CBC link to her obituary piece.