The George Ryga Award is annually presented to a BC writer who has achieved an outstanding degree of social awareness in literature.Go to full post …read more

Longlist announced for 2019 George Ryga Awar...
February 4, 2019

February 4, 2019
The George Ryga Award is annually presented to a BC writer who has achieved an outstanding degree of social awareness in literature.Go to full post …read more

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

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

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

April 25, 2018
Poetic Licence is a special Read Local BC column for National Poetry Month. Each column features one poet and a snapshot into their bookish world. David Zieroth is a Governor General’s Award-winning poet and his new collection is the bridge from Go to full post …read more

April 12, 2018
The British Columbia Historical Federation have announced the shortlist for the Annual Historical Writing CompetitionGo to full post …read more

April 4, 2018
Pat Ardley’s bestselling memoir tells the incredible story of three decades spent building and running a fishing lodge in remote Rivers Inlet.Go to full post …read more

March 21, 2018
In honour of World Poetry Day, The League of Canadian Poets has announced the first-ever longlists for the 2018 Poetry Awards.Go to full post …read more

March 8, 2018
Fiction, non-fiction, memoir, history, and poetry—take a pledge to read books by women published in Canada. We’ve got your reading list here. Go to full post …read more

February 16, 2018
Every day this week has at least one event, so you have your pick! May we suggest attending more than one? Go to full post …read more

December 18, 2017
These are books and stories with strong narratives and environmental undertones (or overtones), which reflect how passionately we feel about nature here in BC. Go to full post …read more

December 15, 2017
These 6 books are perfect for any animal lover, with heartwarming stories and lots of floofy doggos and puppers to fall for. Go to full post …read more