Author and librarian Ian Colford.
Ian Colford, the collection development librarian for the Dalhousie Libraries, has been nominated for an Alberta Book Publishing Award for his novel, The Crimes of Hector Tomás. The book was published by Freehand Books, a Calgary-based press, and is nominated in the category of Trade Fiction Book Award.
This is Ian’s second book and first novel. His first book, a collection of short stories called Evidence, won the Margaret & John Savage First Book Award and was shortlisted for the Danuta Gleed Literary Award, The Thomas Head Raddall Atlantic Fiction Prize and the ReLit Award.
The Crimes of Hector Tomás was launched in October. A review of the book in the National Post called Ian “a gifted writer with an unusual, sometimes inspiring command of language.”
The winners will be announced at an event on May 25 hosted by novelist and colunmist Todd Babiak, with a keynote address by Shelagh Rogers. Best of luck Ian, we hope you win!
Karen Smythe says
Congratulations to a very talented writer–good luck!!!
Charlene Thomas says
Congratulations Ian a well deserved nomination ~ wishing you the very best in outcome!
Mark Lipton says
Hello !
Ian has been a good friend for a number of years.
I am so pleased that he is being appropriately recognized for his dedication to his work and unique writing style.
The many hours are paying off for Ian.
My wife Kelly and I couldn’t be happier for this perfect gentleman and talented writer. I am honored to call him my friend.