Catherine Goodwin is the author of several short stories, including "The Ballot," published in the Ronsdale YA historical anthology, Beginnings: Stories of Canada's Past. Her short story "Emily's Problem" was selected as the 2003 fiction contest winner for Pockets Magazine. She also writes and edits English second language textbooks and has written articles for newspapers and magazines. Seeking Shelter is Goodwin's first YA novel. Originally from Montreal, Goodwin now lives with her family in London, Ontario, where she spends her time writing and teaching.
