About Laura

Laura's educational background includes technical diplomas in Forestry and Geological Engineering. For ten years, she worked as a Timber Cruiser and Firefighter in northern Alberta and Ontario; in fact, she was one of the first women hired in 1982 by the Alberta Forest Service to serve on a Helitack crew. Says Hesse, "When an outhouse became a luxury item, I knew it was time to quit!"

Hesse's publishing company, Running L Productions, is the fulfillment of a life long dream. She wrote One Frosty Christmas while recovering from major surgery in 2002. It was a welcome change from the world of technical reports, environmental impact statements and business summaries. The success of One Frosty Christmas prompted her to take her writing to another level, thus beginning a new career as a publisher and a freelance writer.

Working as a Publicist seemed a natural extension to Laura's chosen career in the Arts. She currently is the publicist for celebrated equine artist, Joan Larson (www.canadarides.ca) and famous Oprah O List glass artist, Ted Jolda (www.tedjolda.com).She also worked as the Publicist for the Vancouver Island Symphony, the British Columbia Boys Choir and the Vancouver Island International Children's Festival during the 2008/2009 season.

Says Laura, "With over 18,000 books sold in four years as an independent, I knew I was in the right field. After a three year hiatus, I am ready to start working on a couple of new novels in 2010/2011. I don't think my fans will be disappointed."

Running L Productions owes its existence to the kindness and support of many family members and friends as well as to all those who dare to dream of riding, writing, and teaching. Laura urges everyone to listen to their heart and follow their dreams!

Beginning in the fall of 2010, net proceeds from the sale of One Frosty Christmas will be donated to the Virtue Foundation in support of youth at risk and various therapeutic riding programs. Thanks to everyone for their support.

TO BOOK A SCHOOL READING (VANCOUVER ISLAND & LOWER MAINLAND ONLY FOR 2010), PLEASE E MAIL LAURA DIRECT at RunningL@shaw.ca)