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Regina
306-545-5293
ddriver@sasktel.net
www.driverworks.ca | | | Bio | - Deana J. Driver is a freelance journalist/author/editor and book publisher based in Regina. She is the author of five non-fiction books and the founding partner of DriverWorks Ink publishing, which specializes in non-fiction and helps Prairie authors self-publish. Since 1983, she has had more than 2,000 articles published by various national periodicals including The Medical Post, United Church Observer, The Bottom Line and Lawyers Weekly. Her first book as an author and editor (Just a Bunch of Farmers: The Story of the Weyburn Inland Terminal) was released in 2001. Her second book as an author, editor and co-publisher (Never Give Up: Ted Jaleta's Inspiring Story) was released in 2006 and was shortlisted for Reader's Choice and Publishing in Education at the 2007 Saskatchewan Book Awards. It was a national bestseller and also received an Honourable Mention in the Biography category of the 2007 Hollywood Book Festival, for books worthy of a film or movie. Deana's third book (From The West To The World: The Story of Underwood McLellan/The UMA Group) is the history of a Canadian engineering firm and was published in 2009. Her fourth book (Never Leave Your Wingman: Dionne and Graham Warner's Story of Hope) was released in 2011 and is the inspiring true story of a seven-time cancer survivor who dances into chemo in costume. The Sailor and the Christmas Trees (released in 2012) is her fifth book but her first children's book. It is the true story of a Manitoba sailor's gift to children while at sea during the Second World War. Deana (pronounced dee-na) edits, publishes or co-publishes books through DriverWorks Ink. In 2010, her husband Al joined the publishing company after retiring as news editor of the Regina Leader-Post. Deana's passion is sharing the stories of fascinating Prairie people and unsung Canadian heroes. She enjoys speaking to audiences of all ages from kindergarten students to senior citizens. She uses her own story and experiences and those of people she has interviewed to show the importance of reading and education as the path to a better future.
| Genres | - Business Writing » Media Releases
- Editing » Copyediting, Developmental Editing, Proofreading, Substantive Editing
- Non-Fiction » Biography, General Non-Fiction, History—Local, History—Regional, Inspirational, Journalism, Memoir
| Publications | - The Inquiring Reporter, by Clay Stacey. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- Egg Money: A Tribute to Saskatchewan Pioneer Women, Edited by Deana Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- A School For Pregnant Teens: Starting the Balfour Special Tutorial Project, by Sherrie Tutt. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- Called by the Spirit: Calling Lakes Centre Celebrates 60 Years, by Holly L. Schick, Edited by Deana Driver. Publisher, Calling Lakes Centre, 2012
- The Sailor and the Christmas Trees, by Deana Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- Our Lamps Were Heavy, by Eleanor A. Sinclair. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- SuperMom and the Big Baby, by Dave Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2012
- Letters to Jennifer From Maudie & Oliver, by Sharon Gray. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2011
- Never Leave Your Wingman: Dionne and Graham Warner's Story of Hope, by Deana J. Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2011
- Running of the Buffalo, by Ron Petrie, Regina Leader-Post Humour Columnist. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2010
- Moving Forward: The Journey of Paralympian Colette Bourgonje, by Mary Harelkin Bishop. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink & Emmbee Ink, 2010
- The Little Coat: The Bob and Sue Elliott Story, by Alan J. Buick. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2009
- My Zayde and Other Memories of Growing Up Jewish, by Ricki Segal. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2008
- Seeds of Hope: A Prairie Story, by Mary Harelkin Bishop. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink & Emmbee Ink, 2008
- Prairie Pilot: Lady Luck was on My Side, The Stories of Walter D. Williams, Compiled and Edited by Deana J. Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink, 2008
- Never Give Up: Ted Jaleta's Inspiring Story, by Deana Driver. Publisher, JDC Productions, 2006
- Classic Saskatchewan: Second Edition, Edited by Vivian Pander & Deana Driver. Publisher, Classic Concepts, 2005
- Return to Willows, by Howard H. Birnie, Edited by Deana Driver. Publisher, Willow River Publishing, 2004
- Just a Bunch of Farmers: The Story of Weyburn Inland Terminal 1976-2001, by Deana J. Driver. Publisher, DriverWorks Ink & WIT, 2001
- Wilderness Voices: Observer Writers Reflect on Lent (one reflection by Deana Driver). Publisher, United Church Publishing House, 1998
- The First Book of Saints, (one chapter by Deana Driver). Publisher, United Church of Canada, 1988
| Periodicals | » Newspaper, Magazine, & Trade Journal- Bottom Line
- Business Review
- Canadian Emergency Services News
- Canadian Funeral news
- Canadian Healthcare Manager
- CMA Digest
- Credit Union Way
- Foodservice & Hospitality
- Globe and Mail
- Lawyers Weekly
- Maclean's
- Mandate
- Medical Post
- Pharmacist News
- Pharmacy Post
- Prairie Hotelman
- Prairie Messenger
- Profile, Saskatchewan Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission
- Regina Magazine
- Regina Sun
- Regina Women's Guide
- Saskatchewan Building Trade magazine
- Saskatchewan Business
- Saskatchewan Homebuilders
- Saskatchewan Report
- Saskatchewan Stockgrowers
- Saskatchewan Trucking
- The Journal (Canadian alcohol & drug abuse publication)
- United Church Observer
- Western Commerce & Industry
- Western people
- World of Beef
| Audience Age Groups | - Adults
- Secondary School (10-12)
- Middle School (6-9)
- Elementary School (K-5)
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