Kelly SmailesKelly Smailes is the daughter of Don Smailes. Inspired by her father's life story and wanting to preserve his memories for future generations, Kelly began writing A Long Way from Beatty. She hopes it will show readers the difference one person can mae in the world. This is her first book.Kelly enjoys stories in all their forms, whether it's listening to people tell their own or reading them in books. She lives in Devon, Alberta, with her one-eyed dog, Sparrow. You can connect with her on Facebook and Instagram. Read More Read Less