Key Selling Points A teen boy who's been a scientific experiment his whole life, learns what being a teenager is all about and falls in love, all while trying to keep his whereabouts hidden from people who want to steal the experiment. A thrilling tale that examines how love and social interaction can change the way the brain functions. Made 4 You is a riveting mesh of sci-fi, thriller, and action, with just the right amount of romance. Its unique blend of genres is so compelling, you'll read it in one sitting. Eric Walters won the 2020 Governor General's Literary Award for Children's Literature - Text for his novel The King of Jam Sandwiches. His novels have all become best-sellers, have won over a hundred awards, including eight Forest of Reading awards and the 2021 Governor General's Literary Award. I Read Canadian Day was his idea and he collaborated with organizations, publishers, booksellers and writers/illustrators to launch the first day which took place on February 19, 2020 and involved almost 2000 schools and libraries across the country championing Canadian books with their students and patrons. Eric has presented to more than 1,500,000 students across North America and internationally in Japan, Kenya and Germany.

His presentations blend drama, storytelling, audience participation and interaction. He presents to students from K - Grade 12 as well as adult groups and has been a keynote speaker at a variety of conferences. During the pandemic he has done close to 300 virtual visits, as well as co-hosted a webinar series. In 2014 Eric was named a Member of The Order of Canada. The citation reads - For his contribution as an author of literature for children and young adults whose stories help young readers grapple with complex social issues.