A Borups Corners, Northwestern Ontario Adventure!
What happens when your entire world fits in your pocket, and then the signal dies? For gaming-obsessed Myles, a summer with his grandfather in the remote Northwestern Ontario wilderness is a digital wasteland of pine sap and flickering Wi-Fi. He longs for his screen, scoffing at his grandpa’s cryptic talk of ‘real treasure’ beyond gold and an ancient, crinkly map of the old and long-closed Sakoose Mine.
But when his phone goes dark, leaving him utterly disconnected, the forest transforms from a boring backdrop into a menacing labyrinth. Tempted by a faded line on the map – an ‘Old Trail – Abandoned’ – Myles plunges into the dense woods, seeking a secret shortcut and an adventure of his own. Instead, he finds himself truly lost, facing the unforgiving embrace of nature. With only an archaic compass and his wits, Myles must navigate treacherous terrain and confront his deepest fears.
The Sakoose Compass is a short survival story that challenges a screen-addicted generation to discover the profound dignity of the natural world and the untapped courage within themselves. Can a boy who only knows virtual worlds find his true strength beyond the screen?
How to Order
The Saskoose Compass is available online through bookstores including: Indigo.ca, Apple Books, Barnes and Noble, Palace Marketplace, Librarie E.Leclerc, Rakuten Kobo, Vivlio, Smashwords, Thalia, Everand, Feltrinelli Internet Bookstore Italia, Porrúa, Cultura, and many more.
About The Author
Jamie Bell is an interdisciplinary artist, writer, and a passionate believer in the power of shared stories. Based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, his work explores community and connection through creative projects and participatory research. When he’s not behind a pen or a camera, you can find him in the garden, a space where he finds inspiration in the quiet dignity of growth.
This story is a proud outcome of the Art Borups Corners summer storytelling and publishing program. The recreational arts program is dedicated to nurturing new artistic voices and narratives from Northwestern Ontario, while making sure that local experiences and perspectives find a wider audience. Through projects like “The Sakoose Compass,” the collective provides vital arts-focused skill development, equipping emerging writers with the tools and skills to share their own stories. We thank the Ontario Arts Council Multi and Inter-Arts Projects program for making this year’s storytelling experiences possible.
ISBN: 9798232535025
