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Tag: TouchWood Editions

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

Pondering how a dog thinketh

Pondering how a dog thinketh

May 15, 2018

Taryn Boyd, the publisher of TouchWood Editions, shares how owning a difficult dog led to a bestselling book. Go to full post …read more

Winners of the 2018 BC Book Prizes presented at annual gala

Winners of the 2018 BC Book Prizes presented...

May 8, 2018

On Friday, May 4, 2018, the winners of the 2018 BC Book Prizes were announced at a gala in Vancouver. Go to full post …read more

The appeal of islander life with Pat Carney

The appeal of islander life with Pat Carney

March 16, 2018

“Readers relate to the events in the stories because they reflect similar ones in their own communities. I felt free to weave it into the lives of my characters—a reflection of my journalist training.”Go to full post …read more

Galiano Literary Festival celebrates 9 years with stunning line-up of authors

Galiano Literary Festival celebrates 9 years...

February 23, 2018

Specifically held during the off-season, February 23-25, the festival features workshops and readings with a wide variety of published authors in a beautiful setting. Go to full post …read more

Iona Whishaw: “I like my female protagonists to be strong”

Iona Whishaw: "I like my female protagonists...

January 11, 2018

With her fourth book in the series forthcoming, we caught up with mystery novelist Iona Whishaw to discuss detective stories and her writing inspirations.Go to full post …read more

Year in Review: 2017 highlight reel at Read Local BC

Year in Review: 2017 highlight reel at Read ...

December 29, 2017

Even though 2017 was a tough year in many ways, we are happy to have shared books on important topics, increased diversity, award recognition, and new publishing initiatives. Check out a selection of our content highlights.Go to full post …read more

12 Books for the Environmentally Concerned | Holiday Gift Guide

12 Books for the Environmentally Concerned |...

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

Best BC Books for Dog Lovers | Holiday Gift Guide

Best BC Books for Dog Lovers | Holiday Gift ...

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

9 Books for the Fanatic Foodie | Holiday Gift Guide

9 Books for the Fanatic Foodie | Holiday Gif...

December 13, 2017

These books are perfect for the friend that always hosts dinner parties, the grandparent who insists on packing leftovers for you, and the family member whose mouth waters just looking at cookbooks.Go to full post …read more


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