Ganas' book wins awards

Vernon resident Michael Ganas’ book, “The Girl Who Rode Dolphins,” has been named a finalist for the 2009 National Indie Book Excellence awards for the action-adventure category. The book is also a 2009 winner of the Green Book Festival Science Fiction genre award. The book was among those showcased during the festival’s ceremonies. That competition honored books that contribute to greater understanding, respect and positive action on the changing worldwide environment.