Media
Profiles:
Multi-talented writer Mark Leiren-Young dives into the world of sharks
“The National Post once described Mark Leiren-Young as someone with a background in pretty much everything. That’s fairly accurate. — Yam Magazine
Profile: Author & Activist Mark Leiren-Young
The first time Mark saw a whale, he was only five years old. It was 1967 and the Vancouver Aquarium had just purchased their second ever killer whale. Her name was Skana. She had been captured in a pod of 15 whales. Seven were released, three drowned and five were taken into captivity. - January Magazine
Stories
Delay in getting in to see a doctor almost cost Victoria writer his leg
Playing Shylock
Playwright Mark Leiren-Young explains why Shylock needed a revival in 2024
Octopus Ocean - reviews/interviews
Award-winning local author releases children’s book on octopuses - Victoria Buzz
Saanich author delves into secret lives of octopuses in new book for kids - Saanich News
Sharks Forever - reviews/interviews
B.C. author works to dispel myths about sharks in new book
Orcas Everywhere - reviews/interviews
Saanich Orca Activist Publishes Children’s Book
Dim Sum Diaries
Dim Sum Diaries explores the diversity of Chinese Canadian experiences - The Ubyssey
The Killer Whale Who Changed the World
The Killer Whale Who Changed the World' by Mark Leiren-Young