Karen Irving, Managing Editor

Profession: Managing editor.

Years of experience: Many.

Favourite reading: The Yiddish Policeman’s Union by Michael Chabon, The Diviners by Margaret Laurence, A.D. 500—A Journey Through the Dark Isles of Britain and Ireland, by Simon Young.

Passions: Knitting and spinning—and blogging about fibre arts at Knitgeekery; family history and history in general; anything that challenges the brain and touches the heart.

Proud moment: Watching both our children grow into smart, caring, independent adults who aren’t afraid to speak their minds and try new things.

Favourite quote: “Haud ullis labentia ventis.” (“Yielding under no winds.”)—Clan motto, Irving of Bonshaw

Email: karen<@>theconferencepublishers.com