A life that named mountains

“Lisa Baile (left) reflects on mountaineer John Clarke’s legacy in a personal biography, sharing rare insights from years of climbing and collaboration.” FULL STORY



 

 

 

 

The reckoning

Hailed in their time as celebrated politicians, the legacy of white supremacists in BC’s past is under scrutiny in When… FULL STORY

The stories baskets tell

Renowned weaver Delores Churchill blends memoir with a weaving guide, exploring ancestral techniques, cultural preservation, and the interconnectedness of Indigenous… FULL STORY

You don’t know Jack

Author Susan Mertens explores the life and work of Canadian artist Jack Shadbolt, revealing his creative journey through personal journals,… FULL STORY

Intoxicating brew

In her new collection of short stories, Barbara Black draws inspiration from various liquors, using them as a lens to… FULL STORY

Publishing with a purpose

The transition progressed from science to publishing, founding her press, and publishing books on relationships, ethics and nonmonogamy.

The art of the short story

Bhat and Adderson cover topics such as their strategies for short story writing, exploring character development, emotional depth, and overcoming… FULL STORY

Sizzle in the kitchen

In this spicy workplace romance, a hotheaded celebrity chef and his bubbly new hire clash, and spark unexpected love.

For better or for worse

Gurjinder Basran delves into the intricate dynamics of the two families preparing for a lavish wedding, exploring themes of love,… FULL STORY

The butler did it

In Susan Juby’s latest book, Helen Thorpe, a Buddhist butler, helps a reckless influencer, Cartier Hightower, navigate a series of… FULL STORY

One couple, many endings

Author Myriam Lacroix’s genre-bending debut novel delves into the promises and perils of love, offering a unique, raw and humorous… FULL STORY

Islands in the sun

Sheila Harrington sailed among the Gulf Islands for three years to interview more than fifty veteran conservationists about their local… FULL STORY

I come from strong women

Knott delves into themes of mourning, sobriety through loss, and generational dreaming, taking the reader on her journey of self-discovery… FULL STORY

A rebel’s rise

Before he was one of Canada’s most distinguished politicians, he experienced grueling factory work, night school and toiled in a… FULL STORY

A wilderness pantry

In her debut book, Mikaela Cannon documents twelve months of wildcrafting, showing readers how to enhance their self-sufficiency while increasing… FULL STORY

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