Airdrie and area is a treasure trove of authors and writers. At a recent event, Evening With The Authors, organized by local author, Ann Edall-Robson, 27 such writers came together for an evening of public interaction and visiting with their like-minded peers. All in attendance have their books for sale at Ground Press Coffee & Books, the venue where the event took place.

It is quite a honour for Ann to receive an email from Airdrie Mayor’s Night of the Arts (AMNA) – Airdrie Arts & Culture Council (AACC) informing her that she has been nominated for the 2026 Professional of the Arts Award.

‘Twas the Week Before Christmas is the sixth book in the Barn Cat Buttons Series. A wonderful book about new and old friends that the whole family can enjoy. Be sure to stop by Ground Press Coffee & Books on November 29, 2025 and visit with Ann Edall-Robson. She will be to visit with you and sign copies of latest book, ‘Twas the Week Before Christmas.

The 2025 Spring edition of the Airdrie Life Magazine gives the reader a glimpse of Ann Edall-Robson’s writing journey. For the Love of Writing can be read on page 20.

I can’t think of a better way to recognize International Women’s Day than by sharing Carmen Peone‘s blog tribute to Women Honoring the West. It is an honor to be included in her long list of guest blogs by amazing women.