Maurice Crossfield 

Born and raised in Quebec's Eastern Townships, Maurice J. O. Crossfield spent nearly 15 years as a daily newspaper reporter at The Sherbrooke Record. He has worked as a professional writer, translator, and as Editor-In-Chief at Harrowsmith. His working life has also included stints as an auto mechanic, organic gardener, forestry worker, handyman, and most recently as a gravel truck driver. He lives in the Quiet hamlet of West Brome with his wife, musician Sarah Biggs, and an assortment of dogs and cats.