Richard Van Camp is a proud member of the Dolgrib (Tlicho) Nation from Fort Smith, N.W.T. He has published across all genres and for all ages. His novel The Lesser Blessed is now a feature film with First Generation Films. He frequently works with graphic artists on comic books, many of which promote healthy lifestyles in young Indigenous communities. All of his children’s books are available in Braille for free. He has four books out this year: Three Feathers, a graphic novel on forgiveness and restorative justice; The Blue Raven, a graphic novel exploring mental health, Whistle, a novel exploring mental health and redemption, and Night Moves, his fourth short-story collection.

Three Feathers

Three Feathers is a graphic novel delving into the tale of three boys as they experience restorative justice in their indigenous community. Based on a real incident in Richard Van Camp’s hometown, the protagonists are punished for vandalism, and they have to spend a few months living amongst the elders of their community and experiencing their culture and heritage. Three Feathers’ non-linear story-telling allows readers to piece together their own view of indigenous culture.