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Wow, some rare images here of John Ware! Be sure to check out our colouring contest ... we're giving away five copies of "Howdy, I'm John Ware" to teachers in Canada.

Win a copy of HOWDY, I'M JOHN WARE for your classroom We're giving away 5 books! To enter tag us when you post your students' colouring sheets. Open to teachers in Canada. One entry per tagged post. Winners announced Feb 28 Please share! https://redbarnbooks.ca/products/john-ware Howdy, I’m John Ware is a children's book about Canada's legendary Black cowboy, ideal for ages 7-10. Written by Ayesha Bhatty Clough, illustrated by Hugh Rookwood.... 2021 Children's Book of the Year, Alberta Book Publishing Awards Winner, Heritage Calgary Storytelling Award, 2021 #Giveaway #blackhistorymonth #ColouringContest #teachers

"Howdy, I’m John Ware" is a picture book about Canada's legendary Black cowboy, ideal for ages 7-10. - Children's Book of the Year, Alberta Book Publishing Awards, 2021 - Winner, Heritage Calgary Storytelling Award, 2021... Despite experiencing enslavement, war and discrimination, this gifted horseman blazed a trail of kindness, becoming one of Alberta’s most loved and respected pioneer ranchers. https://redbarnbooks.ca/products/john-ware #BlackHistoryMonth

A big 'thank you' to Speaker Nathan Cooper for sharing our book at the #BlackHistoryMonth celebration at the Legislative Assembly of Alberta. He also shares the book with children who visit his office as a keepsake, and to remind them that "Alberta has an incredible history that has been woven together by the fabric of many." Thank you, Speaker Cooper, for your thoughtfulness.... https://youtu.be/CUiXrKzIBXE?t=2563

Parents, Teachers, Homeschoolers ... Are you looking for a Canadian children's book for Black History Month? 'Howdy, I'm John Ware' is the award-winning story of Canada’s legendary Black cowboy, who blazed a trail of kindness despite adversity. Leaving behind slavery and war in the southern U.S., he travelled two thousand miles in the saddle, and became one of Alberta’s most loved and respected ranchers. Winner, Children's Book of the Year, Alberta Book Publishing Awards (2...021) Winner, Heritage Calgary Storytelling Award (2021) https://redbarnbooks.ca/collections/kids-books Ideal for ages 7-10, the book contains a lesson plan for educators, timeline and maps. With eye-catching illustrations by comic book artist Hugh Rookwood and a kid-friendly retelling of John Ware's real-life story by journalist Ayesha Clough, this book will delight and entertain children. Loved by teachers and kids across Canada! Coming soon as a French eBook.

2022 is shaping up to be a great year in Canadian children's literature. See the full roundup from Helen Kubiw: https://canlitforlittlecanadians.blogspot.com//upcoming-re Proud to represent Alberta with 'Howdy, I'm Flores LaDue' coming in March: https://redbarnbooks.ca/products/flores-ladue #canlit #westernbooks #cowgirls

Horse lovers, race you to Black Diamond

Live Auction Friday night in Olds at Frayed Knot! Stop in for Midnight Madness, pick up western treasures (including our books), or catch me at the Country Wonderland Market nearby Friday evening and Saturday. It's gonna be a fun weekend in #Olds!

One year ago! Time flies ... So grateful for all the support and encouragement to this day. Be sure to follow Lee's blog, and be a part of the wonderful Keystone Family.

Book reveal! Leadersh*t: How to Cut the Crap and Lead in the Modern Workplace by Derrick Clough, a longtime bank exec (aka Mr. Red Barn Books). $9.99 eBook. If you struggle with managing people, you will LOVE the sensible and straight-talking advice ... Derrick grew up on a horse ranch, so he knows BS when he sees it, and he ain't afraid to call it either.... With a reputation as a maverick, this cowboy boot-wearing district vice-president was loved by staff, peers and bosses ... because he genuinely cared about his people, and went around 'super-spreading' confidence and positivity in the workplace, which led to outstanding results. The ebook goes live on Nov 18, but you can sample and pre-order on Apple, so you're the first to get it. Links for Kobo and Amazon coming soon. Print edition coming 2021. https://books.apple.com//leadersh-t-how-to-cu/id1539428042 Oh, and be sure to follow Derrick's Facebook blog for lots of great content and a giveaway coming soon: https://www.facebook.com/Derrick-Clough-Author-and-Leadership-Coach-105969707955814

It's an "Olds" Fashioned Christmas today and Saturday! Join us at the Cow Palace, then take in midnight madness in town. And stop by Frayed Knot Western Consignment for a live auction. See you soon! #Olds #shoplocal #christmasmarket

Mark your calendars ... Saturday in Marda Loop!

To everyone who came out to the Christmas Market ... THANK YOU. You put money in the pockets of many vendors, and sent us home with hope in our hearts. Enjoy your treasures, and know you've made a difference in your community.

Celebrated with Derrick Clough, Author and Leadership Coach today. He's been hogging the top spots since his eBook "Leadersh*t" launched yesterday! Thanks to everyone who pre-ordered and ordered. We can't wait to get you the paperback version in early 2021. #numberone #businessbooks... Here are the links to the eBook version of "Leadersh*t: How to Cut the Crap and Lead in the Modern Workplace" by Derrick Clough: Apple https://books.apple.com/ca/book/id1539428042 Amazon https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B08MLBR93D Kobo https://www.kobo.com//leadersh-t-how-to-cut-the-crap-and-l Nook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/.../leadersh-t.../1138144993

What a beauty! Shop at the Bluerock Gallery and you could win. It's well worth a trip to Turner Valley to check out all the amazing art and books they carry (including ours, ahem). Say hi to Shelly and the wonderful folks at Bluerock, then grab some nosh at the Chuckwagon Cafe or sample whiskey at the Eau Claire Distillery.

Great turnout at the Crossfield Christmas Market! Thanks everyone for shopping local!