“Ruby Smith Diaz (l.) examines the life of Joe Fortes, a Black lifeguard in Vancouver, during a time of rampant racism, exploring his legacy and identity through research, personal reflections and poetry.” FULL STORY
Author Erin Steele lives in Kelowna. Photo by Nicole Richard.
Breaking stigma, building compassion
In an exclusive interview with BCBookLook, Erin Steele discusses her latest memoir.
Steele explores themes of addiction, identity and stigma, highlighting the power of vulnerability and honest storytelling to foster understanding and compassion. FULL STORY
Renowned weaver Delores Churchill blends memoir with a weaving guide, exploring ancestral techniques, cultural preservation, and the interconnectedness of Indigenous… FULL STORY
Author Susan Mertens explores the life and work of Canadian artist Jack Shadbolt, revealing his creative journey through personal journals,… FULL STORY
Bhat and Adderson cover topics such as their strategies for short story writing, exploring character development, emotional depth, and overcoming… FULL STORY
John MacLachlan Gray’s murder mystery blends historical and fictional characters, exploring themes of corruption, racism and societal change, with lively… FULL STORY
In her debut book, Mikaela Cannon documents twelve months of wildcrafting, showing readers how to enhance their self-sufficiency while increasing… FULL STORY
Peter’s granddaughter, Vera Maloff, revisits his memoirs to shed light on Peter’s experiences growing up in the Canadian Doukhobor community,… FULL STORY