UPDATES
The Darkest Corner of the World is listed in the Best Books for Kids and Teens (Spring 2013) published by The Canadian Children’s Book Centre. Thanks, CCBC!
The Darkest Corner of the World is a candidate in Woozles Teen Battle of the Books 2014! Let the reading begin!
CHS Book Club has chosen The Darkest Corner of the World as one of their 2013/2014 Book Club selections. Here is the complete list of their selected books.
Urve writes historical fiction about Eastern Europe. Her writing is inspired by little-known stories of stubbornness, bravery, and ingenuity during World War II.
Her first novel, The Darkest Corner of the World, is published by Dancing Cat Books.
Available in bookstores in Canada and the USA, and everywhere on Kindle and Kobo.
REVIEWS
Resource LInks: Best of 2012 List (Rated “E” Excellent)
“As historical fiction is meant to, Madli’s struggle makes Estonia during World War II seem immediate and relatable. Her everyday chores, crushes on boys and daydreams make this a perfect slice-of-life story… this is a good pick for historical fiction collections, particularly since it is an often overlooked piece of history.” Best of 2012 list here.
CM Magazine: Highly recommended (3.5 out of 4).
“In the tradition of well-written historical fiction, Tamberg has managed to strike a healthy balance between fact and fiction throughout… A worthy addition to the historical fiction collection of any library..“ For more information, please visit her Books page.
TO BUY:
In Canada: Chapters-Indigo Amazon.ca Local bookstores
In the USA: Barnes & Noble Amazon.com
Everywhere: Kobo Kindle
INTERVIEWS
Visit the Open Book Ontario website to read Urve’s interview for their On Writing series here, and for her interview for their Fiction Craft series here.
Marsha Skrypuch interviews Urve for The Winnipeg Review here.
Dominik Kurek interviews Urve for The Oakville Beaver here .
BLOG INTERVIEWS & REVIEWS
Sharon Clare, Elaine Cougler, Sherry Isaac, Maureen McGowan, Mahtab Narsimhan, Dorette Snover
RECOGNITION: Top Grade Fall 2012 Selection by the 49th Shelf. Click here.
Best Books for Kids and Teens (Spring 2013) by The Canadian Children’s Book Centre.
Candidate in Woozles Teen Battle of the Books 2014.
CHS Book Club has chosen The Darkest Corner of the World as one of their 2013/2014 Book Club selections.
TEACHERS & LIBRARIANS: For a list of possible workshop and presentation topics, please visit the For Readers page. Ask about a free 20 minute Q and A via Skype. Check out Urve’s Pinterest for pictures of Estonia, and location settings in the novel.
WHERE TO FIND URVE: Urve enjoys connecting with readers and writers of all ages. You can find out more about her schedule on her Events page.
FOR WORKSHOP TOPICS: For a list of writing, history, and business workshop topics, please visit For Readers, or For Writers.
BOOK CLUBS: Please click here to contact Urve. Connect in person or via Skype.
