A beloved heroine is reimagined in 'Anne of a Different Island'

By Gemma Gaudette

Published January 5, 2026 at 1:22 PM MST

If you’ve ever wondered what would happen if the beloved Anne of Green Gables found herself in a totally different place and maybe with Wi-Fi, Virginia Kantra has you covered.

The bestselling author is back with a fresh and charming reimagining called "Anne of a Different Island," and she joined Idaho Matters to talk more.

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Hi! I’m Gemma Gaudette, the host of the award-winning show, Idaho Matters. During the day you’ll find me researching and writing about all the fascinating topics we tackle on our show. And of course, at noon, each weekday you’ll find me live behind the microphone as Idaho Matters airs.

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