Drawing on her Ojibwa roots and storytelling, Barnes shares stories that take the heart on the path to the past, nostalgic though it may be, wherein lies discovery, memories, and rhythms that ease the soul. Touching, tender but never overwrought, Barnes' poetry brings wonder to the spirit of nature and provides a sense of connection to the things most often overlooked.

Mary Barnes is an Ontario writer of Ojibwa descent. Her first collection of poetry What Fox Knew was released 2019 and was nominated for The League of Canadian Poets Pat Lowther Award and the Manuela Dias Award.