Laurie Elmquist - Camosun Creates...2014 - 2016 - Research guides at Camosun College Library

Laurie Elmquist, Arts & Science, English

Biography:

Laurie Elmquist holds an MA in Literature and Creative Writing from the University of Windsor in Ontario. She enjoys writing for children and is the author of an illustrated board book, Beach Baby (Orca 2016) and Forest Baby (Orca 2017). The illustrator for both books is Elly MacKay, known for her exquisite miniature worlds inside a paper theatre. Laurie is currently working on a series of books for young readers ages 7-9, beginning with Where’s Burgess? (Orca 2018). She has taught creative writing for fifteen years at Camosun College in Victoria, British Columbia. .

Published works

Beach Baby by Laurie Elmquist; Elly MacKay (Illustrator)
Call Number: Lansdowne PZ 7.1 E46 BE 2016
Publication Date: 2016
A gentle, poetic lullaby for baby, filled with memories from a perfect day playing on the beach. Castles, sand dollars, seals peering out of the waves and the beat of the ocean become sweet reminders of all the magical things that await baby tomorrow. A lyrical celebration of natural beauty and a soft, reassuring reminder for little ones being tucked into bed that fun and adventure will return with a new day. Elly MacKay’s paper-theater worlds are a delight to behold and infuse the story with a sense of magic and wonder. Beautiful verse from Laurie Elmquist sets a calm and serene tone. A breathtaking board book that will be treasured and make a wonderful gift.