Books

• Book about Fort McMurray wildfire shortlisted for Shaughnessy Cohen Prize

  John Vaillant's bestselling book about the Fort McMurray wildfire is shortlisted for the Shaughnessy Cohen Prize for Political Writing.

  Canada

  Mar 20
  
• ‘Where’s the African princess?’: Calgary children’s author releases book ‘The Little Regent’

  In a time of stark political divisions, Yewande Daniel-Ayoade is trying to redefine what it means to be a leader, sharing a kid's story inspired by her West African upbringing.

  Lifestyle

  Feb 14
  
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• 5 romance novels to spark *all* the feels this Valentine’s Day

  Looking for a romance novel that'll sweep you off your feet? These five page turners are sure to spark *all* the feels this Valentine's Day.

  The Curator

  Feb 10
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• ‘Dirty Money’: New book explores how financial crime is corroding Canada

  A vast 'financial underworld' is operating in Canada whose members commit fraud and other financial crimes without punishment, the authors of a new book say.

  Crime

  Dec 29, 2023
• Craving some music-related reading? Here are some recommended music books for fall

  Now that we're into November, it's time to start hoarding some good books for the cold, dark months ahead.

  Entertainment

  Nov 5, 2023
• Peel school board focused on replenishing after library ‘weeding’ process criticized

  A school board west of Toronto says it is focused on replenishing resources in its libraries while reviewing training after its so-called 'weeding process' was criticized.

  Education

  Sep 20, 2023
• 2023 Scotiabank Giller Prize long list revealed

  Organizers say the titles were chosen from a record number of 145 book submissions made by publishers across Canada and the short list for the prize will be announced on Oct. 11.

  Canada

  Sep 6, 2023
• Successful Central Okanagan book recycling pilot project extended

  At Planet Earth Recycling used books are given another life; whether that's finding its way to a new reader or being recycled into a new material.

  Environment

  Aug 17, 2023
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• New accessible ‘little library’ to officially open Monday in Guelph

  The new library is like an oversized mailbox that contains shelves of books. Organizers aim to make their selections accessible to people of all abilities and language skills.

  Canada

  Jul 9, 2023
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• ‘I’m a little tired’: Beloved Montreal bookstore set to close after nearly 40 years

  S.W. Welch will shutter at the end of July. The owner of the small book shop in Montreal's Mile End said he is retiring after four decades of hard work, but it won't be easy.

  Canada

  Jun 14, 2023