Leanne Dyck's writing has been published in literary journals including Island Writer Magazine and Canadian Stories, and in magazines such as Icelandic Connection (scroll down for a complete list). Leanne has given author readings in a variety of locations including on local radio and at the Abbotsford Tradex (capacity of 4,750 people)--and she has done multiple author readings for this blog. Though Leanne began her writing by self-publishing, she is committed to continuing to be published by established publishing houses.
Praise for Leanne Dyck's books
Novelty Yarn
knitting-themed short story collection audio book
‘Novelty Yarn contains a collection of small, tasty morsels that
will continue to surprise you right up until the last bite… Ranging
from childhood memories about 4-H knitting and lessons from Grandma
to night dreams about wild women knitting in the forest, each segment
evokes a different mood. Many of the stories made me laugh out loud,
while others made me pause...to meditate for a few minutes. The
stories are separated by brief interludes of acoustic guitar music…
The guitar intervals are just long enough to let your mind rest
between the stories. The sensation is like cleansing your palette
after sampling each vintage at a wine tasting. The total experience
was delicious.’
Donna Druchunas (Ethnic Knitting Discovery)
‘This
was a great book to listen to on a rainy bus commute. I think it
would be just as good to curl up on the sofa with a cop of tea, your
knitting and this CD.’
Pat Dyksterhuis
reviewing for West Coast
Knitters News
Maynely A Mystery
a mystery set on Mayne Island
'Peppered with subtle humour, surreal situations and entertaining characters.'
Amber Harvey
(Magda's Mysterious Stranger)
'In Maynely A Mystery, her first novel, Leanne Dyck takes her skill at writing emotionally charged stories from nonfiction into fiction. Her writing about knitting has given her the skills needed to spin a yarn in this new genre.'
Donna Druchunas
(Lithuanian Knitting:
Traditional Patterns and the People, Places, and History That Inspired Them)
'Rumour of gold, a secret lover, ghosts and other mysteries create a labyrinth of intrigue as Maynely A Mystery traces the lives of the story's animated eccentric characters. Author Leanne Dyck knows her craft her audience and her setting. Her novel provides a voyeuristic glimpse into human character and island life.'
Terrill Welch
(As We Breathe)
The Sweater Curse
a knitting-themed thriller
'Stitch by colorful stitch, Leanne Dyck knits a tale of intrigue with The Sweater Curse.'
Laurie Buchanan
'Leanne Dyck has crafted a tale as exotic and existential as Danish author Isak Dinesen's... This book defies genre definitions as it finds its unique place on the fiction shelves. Here's hoping Leanne Dyck returns many times to the intriguing roots of her family's past.'
Lou Allin
(This Dog Won't Hunt)
Terrill Welch reviews The Sweater Curse by Leanne Dyck
Deborah Warner reviews The Sweater Curse by Leanne Dyck
Leanne Dyck has published...
"For the Love of Books"
article
the Child Care Workers of Manitoba trade newsletter
1992
"Too Cool" halter top
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2003
"Meet a Canadian Designer: Leanne Dyck"
article
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2003
"Chill Chaser" scarf
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2003
"Working on Your Business"
article
Craftlink magazine
2003
"Pieces" women's sweater
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2004
"Vinaterta"
short story and recipe
Flavours of Vancouver cookbook
Douglas & McIntyre
2005
"Hey Blondie!" women's cardigan
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2006
Maynely True
a short story collection chapbook
oknitting.com
2006
Novelty Yarn
audiobook collection of knitting-themed short stories
oknitting.com
2006
"Sugar Cooki"e baby sweater
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of the Canadian Guild of Knitters
2007
"Byron's Daylight in Hofsos men's sweater"
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian the Guild of Knitters
2007
"Icelandic Knitting Voyage"
article
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2007
Yarn Therapy: an introduction to knitting
learn to knit/pattern book
oknitting.com
2007
"Kayesha" women's top
hand knitting pattern
A Needle Pulling Thread
the magazine promoting Canadian needle arts
2008
"Hummingbird Garden Vest"
hand knitting pattern
Knit Together: the quarterly publication of Canadian Guild of Knitters
2008
"Because She Believed in Me"
Island Writer Magazine:
The Literary Journal of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands
The Victoria Writers' Society
2009
"Maynely A Mystery"
cozy mystery set on Mayne Island
oknitting.com
2009
"Take Note"
Island Writer Magazine:
The Literary Journal of Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands
The Victoria Writers' Society
2010
The Sweater Curse
paranormal thriller ebook
Decadent Publishing
2011
"If Not For Her"
Kaleidoscope
Exploring the Experience of Disability Through Literature and the Fine Arts
2011
"Christmas Angels on Salt Spring Island"
Canadian Stories
A literary folk magazine written by or about Canadians
2012
"Something Good to Eat"
Icelandic Connection
North America's quarterly magazine in celebration of the Icelandic Heritage
2013
"Eve's Other Children"
Icelandic Connection
North America's quarterly magazine in celebration of the Icelandic Heritage
2013
"Maybe If I Said It Out Loud"
Island Gals magazine
created by local women
Island Gals Media Group
2013
"Lean on a Gulf Islander"
short play
staged on Mayne Island
2014
"My Life in Letters"
From the Heart
Real Life Stories of Hope & Inspiration
Inspiring Hope Book series
2015
"Christmas with Family"
In the Moment
Real Life Stories of Hope & Inspiration
Inspiring Hope Book series
2016
"Grocery Store"
Mayneliner magazine: the community voice of Mayne Island
2023
