Melissa Morelli Lacroix
I have degrees in writing from Lancaster University and the University of Alberta as well as a certificate in Translation Studies from the latter. I am a member of the Writers' Guild of Alberta. I provide readings, classroom writing workshops, and lectures on ekphrastic poetry, maternal influences on reading and writing, and bibliotherapy.
My poetry and non-fiction have appeared in Canadian, American and British print and on-line publications such as Family Pictures: Poems and Photographs Celebrating Our Loved Ones, Ars Medica, In the Red, The Dawntreader, TG Magazine, Legacy and WWR Magazine. My fiction and drama have been read and produced on CBC Radio and on stage at the University of Alberta. My work has won two Alberta Anthology Writing Contests and been a finalist in the Academy of Children's Writers Annual Competition.
In addition to writing, I maintain a piano and music theory studio and have played in various bands, sung in a number of choirs and participated in numerous music festivals. I am also a certified teacher of the Sympto-Thermal Method of natural family planning. I enjoy reading, traveling, cooking and spending time with my family.
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Easy Lenten Menu
For some, the Lenten absence of red meat from their daily diet can provide many a conundrum, but with a simple meal plan, healthy Lenten meals and snacks are a snap.
Feb 18, 2010
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Graham Swift's The Light of Day
The holiday season is beginning earlier and earlier, but Graham Swift's intriguing exploration of love and murder will protect the month of November from holiday assault.
Nov 21, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Turkey Tortellini and Stelline
With a bit of time and a lot of fun, leftover turkey can create a new holiday tradition of pasta making.
Nov 18, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Mexican Meat Pie
This cheesey, chili, cornmeal meat pie is a delicious heart-warming holiday dish that gives a Latin twist to a French-Canadian tradition.
Nov 5, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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How to Make Lentilles du Puy
Lentils are a delicious introduction to the hearty Auvergnat cuisuine. They are particularly enjoyable in fall and winter.
Oct 17, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Picture Books for Thanksgiving
These two variations on well-known themes will add joy, colour and fun to Thanksgiving feasts and fall celebrations.
Oct 17, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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We Share Everything and Field Day Friday
Robert Munsch and Judith Casely show that school is a place to learn about many things but especially about fun!
Sep 24, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Lady Ginny's Tea Parties & Mechanimals
These author illustrated books are creative and entertaining. They will open up a world of discussion and imagination.
Sep 24, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Alphabeasts & Cows That Type
These two animal books will engage and delight readers and encourage youngsters to learn their alphabet and start to write.
Sep 21, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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Picture Books About School
Kick start the new school year with fun picture books about life at school, a class trip to the zoo and schoolyard mud puddle fun.
Sep 5, 2009
- Melissa Morelli Lacroix
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