Discover the Power of Storytelling
Stories have the power to transform, inspire, and connect us to our shared humanity. Through vivid imagination and heartfelt expression, storytelling becomes a tool to explore history, emotions, and our unique place in the world. By embracing the art of storytelling, you unlock the ability to create, reflect, and leave a lasting mark on others—enriching your own life in the process.
The Cumberland Tales
The Cumberland Tales, a magic realist novel filled with multiple views, takes you by the hand and transports you to a yesteryear filled with ancient Chinese myth and rough, old, coal mining days. Perfect for fans of magic realism, mysticism, nostalgia, and small-town characters, the tales tap you on the shoulder and invite you inside; just follow the wind . . .
Sam Yik, gardener and mystic, befriends two young boys. At first, the boys are fearful of this strange Chinese gentleman, but he dispels their fear with a wave of his cane, and the stories unfold like a sprinkling of a late blooming flower.
Meet The Author
Frank is an accomplished author, poet, and educator who transitioned from a career in the paper mill industry to earning a Bachelor of Arts in English from Thompson Rivers University.
His debut novel, The Cumberland Tales, draws on his childhood memories of Sam Yik, gardener and mystic.
Frank’s dedication to storytelling and poetry continues to inspire readers, offering a unique blend of emotion, history, and artistry.