Touching Spirit Bear Resources

Websites

Straight From the Source

Check out Ben Mikaelsen's website for lots of facts about his books and his fascinating life. Don't forget to click on the section about his pet bear, Buffy.

Own the Book

Pick up your very own copy of Touching Spirit Bear here.

Edwin's Tribe

Interested in learning more about Edwin's tribe? Check out the website for the Tlingit and Haida Indian Tribes of Alaska.

Articles and Interviews

An Unusual Muse

According to Mikaelsen, one of the influences that prompted him to write Touching Spirit Bear was his pet bear, Buffy. Aww.

Video

Coming Soon to a Library Near You

Doesn't this fan-made book trailer for Touching Spirit Bear make you want to rush out and read the book?

Audio

Hearing Spirit Bear

Would you rather listen to the book while you're on a road trip? Pick up the audio book and hit the road.

Images

Cover Image

Check out the intense cover image for Touching Spirit Bear. It looks like Cole and Spirit Bear are about to face off.

The Real Deal

Did you know that Spirit Bears (white black bears that hold spiritual significance to indigenous tribes) are a real thing? Here's one hanging out in the wild.

Ben and Buffy

Mikaelsen obviously has a fondness for bears. Here he is reading to his pet bear, Buffy.