But now the bestselling author will be keeping his American fans at a distance, after cancelling his scheduled U.S. public appearances as a form of protest against U.S. President Donald Trump's travel ban. I just don't feel comfortable going while this travel ban is in effect,' Barclay, a dual U.S.-Canadian citizen who said he didn't vote for Trump, told CBC News. It is with deep regret that I have cancelled any trips to the US for book events, at least until the travel ban is lifted. 'I just have to be able to look in the mirror:' Linwood Barclay protests Trump travel ban1:25"I'm not setting out to accomplish anything. As for the future, Barclay admitted he wasn't sure how long he would keep his protest up beyond the 90-day executive order travel ban.

Source: CBC News January 31, 2017 21:22 UTC