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Greystone Kids takes flight

Greystone Kids takes flight

January 16, 2019

Award-winning nonfiction publisher Greystone Books has announced a new venture into children’s publishing.Go to full post …read more

Mamaskatch by Darrel J. McLeod shortlisted for 2019 RBC Taylor Prize

Mamaskatch by Darrel J. McLeod shortlisted f...

January 9, 2019

The five finalists for the 2019 RBC Taylor Prize include two BC authors. Go to full post …read more

A modern cast of misfit characters in Catriona Wright’s Difficult People

A modern cast of misfit characters in Catrio...

January 8, 2019

“This debate about character likeability in fiction erupts every few years and is frequently extremely gendered,” says Catriona Wright. Go to full post …read more

Top 20 BC Bestsellers of 2018

Top 20 BC Bestsellers of 2018

December 19, 2018

The top 20 bestselling BC books of 2018—drumroll please! Go to full post …read more

12 BC books take you back in time | Holiday Gift Guide

12 BC books take you back in time | Holiday ...

December 13, 2018

Do you have an armchair historian or a friend with some very niche interests on your list? These 12 BC books let you give a bit of local history to every reader.Go to full post …read more

10 heartwarming reads for cold winter nights | Holiday Gift Guide

10 heartwarming reads for cold winter nights...

December 7, 2018

From stories of friendship to tales of triumph, these 10 enthralling new books are sure to brighten even the Grinchiest of spirits.
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Mamaskatch longlisted for 2019 RBC Taylor Prize

Mamaskatch longlisted for 2019 RBC Taylor Pr...

December 5, 2018

The jury said “McLeod’s writing is lyrical and offers a powerful examination of contemporary issues […] a torturously-beautiful memoir.”Go to full post …read more

Spotlight on City of Vancouver Book Award 2018 nominees

Spotlight on City of Vancouver Book Award 20...

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


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