Charles Foran paints a portrait of fatherhood, as his own father begins to face his final decline. Just Once, No More reflects on Foran's relationship with his father, Dave, and how Dave remained a tough and emotionally distant man. Wanting to reassure Dave that he was loved, Foran began to write about their connection. In writing, Foran comes to terms with his own sadness and the stories we tell ourselves and those we love.

Charles Foran is the author of several books including the novels Carolan's Farewell and House on Fire, as well as the nonfiction The Last House of Ulster. He has made documentaries for CBC Radio and is a contributing reviewer for the Globe and Mail.