“Patrons were really engaged and asked several questions at the end of the presentation. The majority of attendees stood in line to get both of Waub’s books signed. We collect event surveys at the end, and here are some comments from patrons: ‘Loved it!’ ‘Wonderful experience! Will recommend to others,’ ‘Interesting and inspiring,’ ‘Excellent! Thank you!’ ‘Great event, great speaker.’” — Grand Rapids Public Library, 2024
“Waubgeshig Rice’s visit to Milton was unforgettable. His storytelling is profound. This was a truly memorable experience. Thank you to Milton Public Library for bringing this opportunity to our community.” — One Book, One Milton, 2024
“Last night’s event was truly memorable. Over 400 community members were captivated by the thoughtful and engaging conversation between the two of you. Waub, your insights and storytelling brought both Moon of the Turning Leaves and Moon of the Crusted Snow to life in such a meaningful way. There was a line up to purchase Moon of the Crusted Snow after participants heard you speak.” — One Book, One Milton, 2024
“The enthusiasm in the room was evident, from the high demand for Waub’s books to the long line of attendees eager to meet you personally. Waub, it’s clear that your time with us left a lasting impression, and we are so grateful for your warmth and generosity with our audience.” — One Book, One Milton, 2024
“Waubgeshig is an excellent writer and speaker. He conveys so much intention behind his works. He was engaging, spoke with an easy sense of humor, and still effectively talked about the reality of historical traumas that impact people today.” — King County Library System, 2024
“Waubgeshig Rice is an accomplished author and excellent speaker. He shared with our organization his lived experience as an Indigenous person in Canada, in a way which was very meaningful, engaging and heartfelt. All participants came away with a much deeper understanding and appreciation of the impacts of colonization, but also of the reasons to be hopeful for reconciliation. We thank Waub sincerely for being so generous with his time and personal insights and experiences.” — Hicks Morley, 2024
“KPDSB’s Summer Book Club was overwhelmingly pleased with the 2024 books we selected for our readers. Waubgeshig Rice’s Moon of the Crusted Snow and Moon of the Turning Leaves were ideal choices for over 200 readers to engage in throughout July. Feedback from our participants was immediate and ongoing with comments directed at an appreciation of the author’s work, his engagement with us and the reflection and thinking prompted through the texts. Our two virtual sessions were also well-received, with many attendees noting how easily Waubgeshig Rice brought us into his writing and life experiences. We highly recommend this author and these books.” — Keewatin-Patricia District School Board, 2024
“Waub Rice is a professional, his evening event was very enjoyable as he talked about the writing process. He connected with the people, he answered all questions and stayed to chat and sign books for everyone. Our committee is beyond thrilled with how successful our event was.” — Jabbawong Storytelling Festival, 2024
“Waubgeshig Rice is an outstanding Indigenous Author whose works provide profound insights into the experiences and cultures of Indigenous Peoples. His storytelling is marked by a deep sense of authenticity and commitment to preserving and sharing Indigenous narratives. Rice’s ability to weave traditional knowledge with contemporary themes makes his writing both engaging and educational. His novel “Moon on Crusted Snow” is particularly notable for its vivid depiction of community resilience and impact of societal collapse. Rice’s contributions to literature are invaluable, offering a vital perspective that enriches the broader literacy landscape.” — Halton Catholic District School Board, 2024
“Having Waub Rice attend our corporate event was an enlightening experience. His storytelling captured the heart of Indigenous culture and created a powerful connection to our audience. Waub’s ability to blend tradition with contemporary issues was both inspiring and thought-provoking. Highly recommend Waub’s work to anyone seeking a profound literary journey.” — Ontario Northland, 2024
“Waub is fantastic! He was very engaging, and provided great insight into his background and personal cultural journey. He also responded to every student question.” — Upper Canada District School Board, 2024
“Rice seamlessly injects Anishinaabe language into the dialogue and creates a beautiful rendering of the natural world … This title will appeal to fans of literary science-fiction akin to Cormac McCarthy as well as to readers looking for a fresh voice in indigenous fiction.” — Booklist
“This slow-burning thriller is also a powerful story of survival and will leave readers breathless.” — Publishers Weekly