L. Focht is a proud resident of a small southwestern Saskatchewan town. A full-time high school teacher, she holds a Bachelor of Education in English language arts and a Bachelor of Arts in English literature from the University of Regina. When not teaching, L. can be found coaching a variety of sports, taking her kids to the hockey rink or dance studio, or spending time outside. Her lifelong dream is to be the person who names nail polish and paint sample colors. L. has written a litany of works since childhood, and Small-Town Chaos is her first publication.
"Focht's delightful memoir about an urban girl who ends up living and loving in a tiny farming community in rural Saskatchewan will entertain and win hearts… Focht's prose is humorous and breezy, handling sorrow, loss, and frustration just as deftly as she does life's funnier moments."
BookLife Reviews
"Charming and witty, Focht's memoir hits the right notes for the genre while sprinkling in freshness through a city girl experiencing a rich, fulfilling life on the farm."
Kirkus Indie Reviews
"Focht’s prose is consistently sharp, funny, and unflinchingly honest, and she has a gift for comedic rhythm that provides constant entertainment. Her no-nonsense voice makes discussions about sex and sorrow feel authentic and charming without veering into sentimentality. The author proves to be a gifted storyteller with an engaging, offbeat voice."
NetGalley Reviewer
"This portrayal of small town life is charming, thought provoking, and laugh-out-loud funny. The challenges of small town living, its isolation and loneliness are described here as are its joy and satisfaction. 5 stars!"
