Gough gets the Woodcock

“Barry Gough (left) the internationally lauded author of more than 20 books on maritime and nautical history, is this year’s recipient of the George Woodcock Award. FULL STORY



 

 

 

 

Amy Mattes

February 20th, 2024

In the summer of 2000, grief-stricken skateboarder, Ines leaves her sheltered hometown for Montreal. Entranced by the city, she befriends goth-girl April and becomes a cam-girl. During a bar fight, Ines meets Max, another skateboarder, and a romance ensues. However, Ines has to confront the challenges of her past, Max’s mental health struggles and a threat from a regular at the cam studio. Late September (Nightwood $22.95) by Amy Mattes unfolds Ines’ exploration of self-love, trauma and mental health. 9780889714564

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