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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

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

Life as a West Coast fishing guide

Life as a West Coast fishing guide

October 10, 2018

“It was a salmon all right, and judging by the way the line was running, it was a big one.”Go to full post …read more

9 short story collections for the dog days of summer

9 short story collections for the dog days o...

August 20, 2018

9 short story collections, preferably to be enjoyed at the beach or in a park.Go to full post …read more

To BC and beyond: New books for the intrepid traveller

To BC and beyond: New books for the intrepid...

July 30, 2018

Whether you’re planning a staycation, heading out on a road trip, or living vicariously through the pages, these recent books highlight some unique ideas for any trip.Go to full post …read more

Splash into summer with 14 new reads

Splash into summer with 14 new reads

July 16, 2018

By the poolside, on the beach, in the park, on the patio—all great summer spots to enjoy these exciting new books from BC publishers.Go to full post …read more

Start your voyage with BC books on BC Ferries

Start your voyage with BC books on BC Ferrie...

June 29, 2018

We work with BC Ferries every year to help promote local books on the vessels during the summer season. Find out why these 16 books are Read Local BC selections.Go to full post …read more

“Stories invite us to enter into different worlds”: Lindsay Keegitah Borrows

"Stories invite us to enter into different w...

June 21, 2018

“Stories have the capacity to address feelings and demonstrate themes, to go beyond academic arguments and theoretical exposition.”Go to full post …read more

10 myths from below the belt by “Dr. Sex”

10 myths from below the belt by "Dr. Sex"

June 11, 2018

Uncovering the truth and setting down the facts, here are 10 urological myths from the acclaimed urologist and andrologist Dr. Oliver Gralla.Go to full post …read more


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