Local author Katelyn Terlie publishes new thriller, hosts signing event in Fort St. John

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Local author Katelyn Terlie stopped into Moose FM’s “Midday Show” to discuss the follow-up to her debut novel “Smoke and Rain.”

Terlie described her sophomore effort, “Silent Saviour,” as a “twisty thriller,” saying her agent thought she should market it as a horror.

She said writing it took a lot of time and effort to release the book.

“I’m pretty excited about it,” said Terile. “It took me a few years to write this one and get it all done, published, and everything. So I’m very proud of it.”

According to Terlie, writing was always a hobby, but she dedicated more time to her craft once her children grew up. 

She added that it’s always awkward when people in Fort St. John recognize her from her writing.

“I looked more into publishing it and thought that’s something I could do,” said Terile. “So I kind of ran with it from there.”

“I don’t know if they recognize my picture on the back of my book or if I’m succeeding in getting the word out there, but it’s humbling when somebody says that they read my book.”

The young adult novel follows the story of Elle, a young woman whose dreams of being a dancer are overshadowed by her family’s religious beliefs.

Stalked by a mysterious entity, Elle’s “family struggles to get through each day crumbling instead of banding together to protect the youngest member,” as read on the book’s back cover.

Terlie will sign books at Old is the New New, located at 10059 102 Avenue on June 22nd from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with refreshments and snacks for attendees. 

Terlie says she will have more details soon on when local merchants will sell the book, adding Old is the New New has been great in promoting the launch party.

“I’d really love to see a good turnout. I’m predicting it’s going to be a come and go thing,” said Terlie.  “So people don’t have to commit to coming for two hours. Just pop by for a few minutes.”

The book be purchased online at Amazon.  

Further information about Terlie can be found on her Facebook page.