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Tag: talonbooks

Laughing is great and people like doing it: An interview with Dina Del Bucchia

Laughing is great and people like doing it: ...

April 2, 2019

“I think part of writing is knowing what you want your work to do, and for me, a part of that is I want it to entertain.” Go to full post …read more

Snuggle up with a good book this Valentine’s Day

Snuggle up with a good book this Valentine's...

February 13, 2019

Skip the chocolate and roses and buy yourself a good book instead.Go to full post …read more

8 Spring releases we can’t wait to read

8 Spring releases we can't wait to read

January 28, 2019

The books we’re looking forward to reading this SpringGo 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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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 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

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

Four BC books on Governor General’s Literary Awards 2018 shortlist

Four BC books on Governor General’s Litera...

October 3, 2018

The Canada Council for the Arts revealed the 70 finalists for the Governor General’s Literary Awards 2018.Go to full post …read more

Spotlight on translation

Spotlight on translation

September 29, 2018

To celebrate National Translation Month, we’ve rounded up a few new and forthcoming books in translation. Go to full post …read more

Journalist and author Susan Crean turns to memoir in search of Mr. Wong

Journalist and author Susan Crean turns to m...

September 27, 2018

Reminiscing, Susan Crean writes, “I grew up in Mr. Wong’s kitchen …” Her memoir, Finding Mr. Wong (Talonbooks), chronicles her effort to piece together the life of the man she knew as Mr. Wong—cook and housekeeper to her Irish Canadian family 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


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