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SteveSkafte

Bridgetown, Canada

1.5k
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11 years
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1.5k
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11 years
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1.5k
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11 years
on Etsy

1.5k
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11 years
on Etsy

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Photography Books 7
Poetry Books 7
Guidebooks 2

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Outskirts of Ordinary — PRE-ORDER only, ships April 2026 – SIGNED

Outskirts of Ordinary — PRE-ORDER only, ships April 2026 – SIGNED

$18.80

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY

$18.80

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The Dead Die Twice (2023) – SIGNED COPY

The Dead Die Twice (2023) – SIGNED COPY

$18.80

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY

$18.80

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The Dead Centre (2022) – SIGNED COPY

The Dead Centre (2022) – SIGNED COPY

$18.80

Blue Devils & Gasoline Ghosts (2024) – SIGNED COPY

Blue Devils & Gasoline Ghosts (2024) – SIGNED COPY

$33.85

Light in the Darkhouse (2024) – SIGNED COPY

Light in the Darkhouse (2024) – SIGNED COPY

$33.85

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2021) – SIGNED COPY

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2021) – SIGNED COPY

$33.85

The Invisible Town (2020) – SIGNED COPY

The Invisible Town (2020) – SIGNED COPY

$33.85

The Detourist (2023) – SIGNED COPY

The Detourist (2023) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Someone in Search of a Story (2020) – SIGNED COPY

Someone in Search of a Story (2020) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Gregarious Introvert (2017) – SIGNED COPY

Gregarious Introvert (2017) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Things I Think I've Found (2016) – SIGNED COPY

Things I Think I've Found (2016) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Scarecrows Are Growing (2015) – SIGNED COPY

Scarecrows Are Growing (2015) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Long Time, No Sea (2014) – SIGNED COPY

Long Time, No Sea (2014) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

Stray Cat in a Straitjacket (2013) – SIGNED COPY

Stray Cat in a Straitjacket (2013) – SIGNED COPY

Sale Price $7.52

Original Price $15.04 (50% off)

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Last updated on Feb 23, 2025

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GG on Jan 9, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I order several items as Christmas presents and they all arrived safely and they are just beautiful! My sweetie is poring over every page and I can hear the "Ooohs and aaahs" coming from the next room. Thanks for making me a holiday hero! I will be ordering additional gifts. This is a very talented artist and we are delighted to support his work!

Steve responded on Jan 10, 2026

That's one of the sweetest reviews anyone has written about my work. Thanks so much!

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED
GG on Jan 9, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

I order several Christmas presents and they all arrived safely and they are just beautiful! My sweetie is poring over every page and I can hear the "Ooohs and aaahs" coming from the next room. Thanks for making me a holiday hero! I will be ordering additional gifts.

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2021) – SIGNED COPY

In the Shadow of the Mountain (2021) – SIGNED COPY
Kimberly on Jan 3, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

My in-laws already have a copy of this book and I knew I needed to get it for my friend who is fascinated by cemeteries. She LOVES it! It's beautifully written and photographed. I would highly recommend it, especially if you're looking for a Canadian/Nova Scotian gift! Quick shipping too. Thank you!

Steve responded on Jan 7, 2026

Thanks so much! This book has been such a consistent joy for me. I'll always be glad I gathered these adventures and stories to share with the world.

The Dead Die Twice (2023) – SIGNED COPY

The Dead Die Twice (2023) – SIGNED COPY
Heather on Dec 13, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful photographs curated as a calendar. Love it.

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED
Linda on Nov 24, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Steve Skafte's treasures are always a treat to receive, and always come well packaged for safe delivery. His books and calendars give a lifetime of pleasure in reading, art, poetry, history, life, nature, and love we will always treasure.

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED
Bonnie on Nov 6, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

These calendars are ALWAYS the best! The photos are carefully chosen, and are wonderful! Having one of these calendars is like owning a piece of Steve’s photography, and is something to save long after the year is over. I buy one every year!

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED

2026 Calendar / Abandoned Nova Scotia – SIGNED
Christine on Sep 10, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Not only is Steve an accomplished photographer, he has the inate skill of bringing words deep from his heart and soul into his writings. I have been a fan for a long time. I am honored to have an autographed work on my bookshelf. The book was sent almost immediately after I ordered it, and was received in excellent condition. Give this a try! You won't be disappointed.

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY
Suzanne on Aug 30, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Love the history and thoughtfulness put into this little guidebook. Have been out on a few roads 🚲 so far.

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY
Alyson on Aug 21, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Ethereal stories of nostalgic paths that once carried many a meandering soul across Nova Scotia. Steve's stories are full of introspection and come from a place of meditation. You will enjoy flipping through this book and planning future wanders! Packed very neatly with care to assure book was not bent in shipping internationally! Arrived in mint condition.

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY

This River Was Once a Road (2025) – SIGNED COPY
Alyson on Aug 21, 2025

5 out of 5 stars

Well-written, inspirational and useful guide that will be enjoyed by all Nova Scotia explorers.

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY

Desperate Passages (2023) – SIGNED COPY

About SteveSkafte

Ardent Explorer of Misplaced Memories

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Ardent Explorer of Misplaced Memories

The life of a polaroid-poem. Step 1: Take the photo.
The life of a polaroid-poem. Step 2: Watch it develop.
The life of a polaroid-poem. Step 3: Write it live.
The life of a polaroid-poem. Step 4: The result!
The life of a polaroid-poem. Step 5: Happy folks.

Polaroid-Poems

This is a project I started as a busker on the streets of Annapolis Royal. They're written live in ink and by request, no rough copy, straight to paper in less than 10 minutes – both photo and poem never reprinted elsewhere. If you want to get one of your own, click the "Request Custom Order" button or message me through the shop. $20 (plus $5 shipping), and you see the finished product before you purchase. Just give me a word, any word, and I'll do the rest.

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Steve Skafte

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I'm a writer and photographer, born and raised in Nova Scotia. Anything that's heartwaking is everything that's worth it. Ardent explorer of misplaced memories. Adventure is the cure for boredom.

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Last updated on Oct 1, 2019

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