Time for another roundup of some of our most anticipated releases of the season! Whether you’re looking for your new favourite fiction read, poetry, memoir, or nonfiction, there’s a BC book perfect for you. Read on for a list of new and forthcoming releases that we can’t wait to get our hands on!
Among Silent Echoes: A Memoir of Trauma and Resilience by Phyllis Dyson (Caitlin Press & Dagger Editions)
Phyllis Dyson’s family first made headlines after her mother’s tragic and painful death. Now, she is sharing her family’s story in her own words, taking readers through their history, speaking out, addressing her own silences, and helping to break the cycle of abuse.
Surviving Samsara by Kagan Goh (Caitlin Press & Dagger Editions)
Kagan Goh’s writing debut traces his experiences with mania, psychosis, and depression in a beautifully written, raw memoir. This book challenges the stigmas and prejudice that those struggling with mental health still face today.
Deep Diversity: A Compassionate Scientific Approach to Achieving Racial Justice by Shakil Choudhury (Greystone Books)
In this new book, award-winning racial justice educator Shakil Choudhury provides tried and tested tools to combat internal biases and prejudices and combat inequality. A must-read book that tackles the loaded topic of racism using a compassionate, scientific approach that will resonate with readers of all races.
The Redemption of Wolf 302: From Renegade to Yellowstone Alpha Male by Rick McIntyre (Greystone Books)
Retired National Park ranger Rick McIntyre has watched wolves in America’s national parks for more than forty years, twenty-five of those years in Yellowstone. In that time, he’s documented their pack structures, and watched Wolf 302 grow from shy follower to leader of the pack. By watching the wolves, McIntyre has weaved a powerful coming-of-age tale, sure to resonate with nature lovers.
Haunting British Columbia by Mike McCardell (Harbour Publishing)
Expanding on the 2013 bestseller, Haunting Vancouver, author Mike McCardell is back with another collection of spellbinding and hilarious renditions of the real stories that shaped BC’s history, narrated by the ghost of real-life pioneer Jock Linn. Perfect for any history buff looking for a laugh.
Deep, Dark & Dangerous by Vickie Jensen (Harbour Publishing)
Few know that British Columbia is an international hotspot for underwater technology: submarines, submersibles, Newtsuits, underwater robotics, Arctic sonar and a host of other cutting-edge innovations. This book by Vickie Jensen outlines the history and the future of the industry in BC.
Capitals, Aristocrats, and Cougars: Victoria’s Hockey Professionals, 1911–1926 by Alan Livingstone MacLeod (Heritage House Publishing)
The perfect read for West-Coast sports fans, Capitals, Aristocrats, and Cougars tells the story of professional hockey in Victoria from 1911 to 1925, when the city’s team would win the coveted Stanley Cup. This is a rich and often-forgotten chapter in BC’s sports history, sure to fascinate hockey fans and history buffs.
When I Feel: Easy Yoga for Big Feelings by Kathy Beliveau (Orca Book Publishers)
Overwhelming emotions can be difficult for children to process. This playful yet practical book for children guides them through yoga poses and breathing exercises to help them learn to regulate their big feelings.