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Spotlight on City of Vancouver Book Award 2018 nominees

Spotlight on City of Vancouver Book Award 20...

December 5, 2018

Take a closer look at the four books nominated for the City of Vancouver Book Award.Go to full post …read more

10 gorgeous illustrated books to make the season bright | Holiday Gift Guide

10 gorgeous illustrated books to make the se...

December 4, 2018

These 10 beautifully illustrated books cover everything from iconic Indigenous art to expansive coastal landscapes—offering something special for everyone on your list.Go to full post …read more

The Journey Forward: Publishing a dual novella on reconciliation

The Journey Forward: Publishing a dual novel...

December 3, 2018

“The flipbook format is typically used for translations, but I knew one day there would be subject matter well-suited to two points of view, and two covers, in one book. The Journey Forward is that book.” Go to full post …read more

12 clever books that will get people talking | Holiday Gift Guide

12 clever books that will get people talking...

November 29, 2018

Impress the intellectual on your list with a gift that is sure to spark lively conversations. You’re in for a loud—but fascinating—holiday dinner!Go to full post …read more

12 bold new books for poetry lovers | Holiday Gift Guide

12 bold new books for poetry lovers | Holida...

November 27, 2018

Step aside, Rupi Kaur: these 12 daring books of poetry are beautifully written and packaged — a perfect gift for the poetry lover in your life.Go to full post …read more

12 books for the young—and the young at heart | Holiday Gift Guide

12 books for the young—and the young at he...

November 22, 2018

Whether you’re scrambling to find a last-minute gift for a niece or nephew, or simply looking to read something lighthearted yourself, these whimsical kids books are the perfect fit for the holidays.Go to full post …read more

12 award-worthy BC books to share | Holiday Gift Guide

12 award-worthy BC books to share | Holiday ...

November 16, 2018

Give the gift of a book your friends and family members can enjoy and discuss. Go to full post …read more

What are those Canadian poets doing, Rob Taylor?

What are those Canadian poets doing, Rob Tay...

November 13, 2018

“One of the joys of this book is experiencing how the lives and perspectives of the poets intertwine and complement one another, not just in individual conversations but across them.”Go to full post …read more

Vancouver Book Award 2018 finalists unveiled

Vancouver Book Award 2018 finalists unveiled

November 8, 2018

The finalists will be celebrated on December 8, 2018, when the winner will be announced.Go to full post …read more

Two BC books honoured at 2018 Banff Mountain Book Awards

Two BC books honoured at 2018 Banff Mountain...

The Banff Mountain Book Competition Awards are an internationally recognized literary competition that celebrates mountain literature in all its forms. Go to full post …read more

Governor General’s Literary Awards recognize two BC books

Governor General's Literary Awards recognize...

October 30, 2018

We are thrilled to share two BC-published and BC-authored titles have won 2018 Governor General’s Literary Awards in English. Go to full post …read more

Bill Gaston and Monique Gray Smith win 2018 Victoria Book Prizes

Bill Gaston and Monique Gray Smith win 2018 ...

October 18, 2018

On Wednesday, October 17, 2018, the 15th annual Victoria Book Prizes were awarded. Go to full post …read more


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