Author of the newly released book Talk to the Animals, Gary Douglas, will speak with his true and heart warming stories of his communication with the animal world. He will also provide tips on how you can do the same. He is in the Northwest for the first time in 15 years, presenting an intensive weekend workshop May 17 &18 on Whidbey Island in Washington State. He will be speaking at a Banyen Books sponsored event at East West Yoga, 3574 W 4th Ave., Vancouver from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Books will be available on site and are also available from the website, www.accessconsciousness.com.