William J. Birrell is a longtime educator, teaching at a well-known Canadian university for over 20 years. In addition to holding several university degrees, including a graduate degree in Education (M.Ed), William has also developed a passion for writing and telling stories. He is the proud father of three adult children and six young grandchildren. He currently lives in the Niagara Region, nestled in the heart of Southern Ontario

Learn more about William burl and his work at https://williamjbirrellauthor.com.

TOPICS OF CONVERSATION

• About "The King and the Ogre" and the inspiration behind the story.
• Choosing characters that would not be likely friends
• Silly Dragons
• Kindness and Acceptance towards those different from us
• The gorgeous illustrations
• What's next for William J. Birrell?

THE KING AND THE OGRE

This tale is an unlikely story about a king and an ogre who, by the forces of nature, become lifelong friends. Together they care for the nearby villagers in their charge. Every year, the king generously invites these townspeople to a harvest celebration, and every year they are interrupted by a group of silly dragons who live in the mountains nearby, until one day the king and the ogre come up with a plan to bring those antics to an end.