Telling stories from the heart... telling stories that matter.
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Billi J. Miller is an author, photographer, and speaker who celebrates the extraordinary in the everyday.
Her acclaimed books and writing have garnered national recognition on CBC, Global TV, City TV, and in numerous publications across North America. From her 114-year-old prairie farm in east-central Alberta, she tells stories that honour where we come from and inspire where we're going.
Through her books, articles, speaking, and workshops, Billi provides inspiration to bloom where you are planted, create your own opportunities, and create the life you want - right where you are.
get to know billi j. miller
chapter 1
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She used to write miniature books when she was a kid. She drew her own covers for them and even bound them.
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She’s had the same six best friends since she was thirteen years old. They are referred to as the "group of seven" and they are one of the biggest reasons Billi is drawn to the power of women's stories.
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Billi moved to Germany when she was 18 to live with a German family and learn the language. She lived there for nearly six months and immersed herself in the language and culture before returning home to begin University. Billi became what she refers to as “75% fluent in German” and still says it was one of the best experiences of her life.
chapter 2
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Billi has been to every province in Canada. She has also visited two of the three Territories and dipped her toes in all three bordering oceans.
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After working ten years in the private sector, Billi moved on to the Provincial Government and attained a position of Program Advisor. She gained experience working for the AISH-program (assured income for the severely handicapped), Indigenous Relations, Seniors, and Alberta Housing.
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Billi was honoured with a naming ceremony by a Blackfoot Chief from Southern Alberta in 2008. It translated to "Cold Star Woman" and was told before things change for the better - a star appears.
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Billi sees the world in photographs. She mentions being unable to “turn it off”.
chapter 3
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She has created a career out of her greatest passions: photographing and writing about extraordinary people.
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She loves to tell heartfelt stories - and make people laugh.