About
Edward Kenneth Loyst
Edward Kenneth Loyst is a lifelong storyteller and a successful entrepreneur who spent decades building and leading more than 20 companies. After selling the public company he once controlled, Franchise Bancorp Inc., which operated over 200 retail franchises, he turned his attention to the craft he enjoys most: writing.
Today, Edward is the author of Have I Ever Told You My Duck Story?, a collection of witty, heartfelt short stories, and Kennebec Corners, a sweeping historical novel inspired by real family heritage. His first published work was the non-fiction business book Portrait of an Entrepreneur, currently being updated for re-issue.
Blending humour, history, and human experience, Edward writes with the simple goal of sharing stories worth remembering.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Edward Kenneth Loyst is a Canadian author whose writing is rooted in real experiences, family history, and the places that shaped his life. Before becoming an author, he spent many years in business, building and leading successful companies, including a national franchise corporation. After retiring, he returned to something he had always enjoyed: telling stories.
He has written three books:
- Portrait of an Entrepreneur His first book, a non-fiction look at business and entrepreneurship, is now being updated for re-release.
- Kennebec Corners A historical novel inspired by real family events and decades of collected stories.
- Have I Ever Told You My Duck Story? A collection of nine short stories based on memorable moments from his life.
Edward writes in a clear, simple style, focusing on honest storytelling and everyday moments that readers can relate to. Whether he is sharing a light-hearted memory or exploring the past, his goal is always the same: to tell a good story.