Byron Rempel has published a novel and autobiography, and edited or contributed to school textbooks concerning the history, geography and environment of Belize. His last book was a finalist for the Mavis Gallant Prize for Non-Fiction, and was also named among the Globe and Mail‘s “Books of the Year” for 2006. His specialty is in using humour in any kind of writing, while still mining for soul and poignancy. He has experience as a guest lecturer at universities and workshops, and has frequently “appeared” as a guest on radio.