Book: See You in Le Touquet: A Memoir of War and Destiny
See You in Le Touquet reads like a gripping historical fiction novel but it is a true story. Retired Canadian journalist Romie Christie tells the story of her inspiring parents…
Book: The Legend of Sarah
The Legend of Sarah was first published in 1988 under the title Lore Master. It has now been republished in this third edition by Shadowpaw Press Reprise based out of Regina.
Book: The Story of Me
Denise Leduc is a chameleon. The Aylesbury, SK writer easily changes genres, and she writes well in each of them. Perhaps you’re familiar with her children’s picture books…
Book: Jawbone
Original. Startling. Candid. Jawbone is a quick-read novella by Newfoundland writer, performer and director Meghan Greeley…
Book: Lost Treasure on the Circle Star Ranch
In Lost Treasure on the Circle Star Ranch, nine-year-old Ben stumbles across yet another mystery as readers get a glimpse of life on his family’s ranch…
Book: Loggerheads
I was minivanning toward Tofino with my young family while an anti-logging protest was brewing in the surrounding forest…
Book: Tunnels of Tyranny
The tunnels of Moose Jaw are once again the backdrop for nail-biting excitement and adventure in the Tunnels of Tyranny, the fourth book…
2 Women 2 Generations 26 Poems
I like to be surprised. Upon receiving the slim poetry collection 2 Women 2 Generations 26 Poems by Saskatoon’s Sheri Hathaway, I noted the book’s short, back cover description…
Book: Prairie Seasons
Amber Antymniuk’s newest children’s picture book, Prairie Seasons, is a child’s-perspective love song to life on the prairies throughout the year.
Book: If you lie down in a field, she will find you there
Colleen Brown’s If you lie down in a field, she will find you there underscores that “perception is everything”. The Ontario-raised writer and artist’s memoir contemplates the mystery…
Book: The Amnesia Project
Keeping journals and writing poetry are common practices among teens, and I commend them for documenting their lives, even if no one else ever sees the writing.
Book: Tyler Evans the Great
What does it mean to be a hero? I have no doubt that everyone has a slightly different definition. If you were to ask Tyler Evans in Alison Lohans’ newest chapter book…
Book: Faith in the Fields: Picturesque Ukrainian Churches of Saskatchewan
Fritz Stehwien was a German-born Saskatoon artist (1914-2008) whose life and work continue to be celebrated by many, including his family.
Book: We Go Where They Go: The Story of Anti-Racist Action
I knew the moment I cracked open We Go Where They Go and saw that it was published by the University of Regina Press that I was in for a stimulating read.
Book: Crash Harrison: Tales of a Bomber Pilot Who Defied Death
There is a reason Reginald Wilfred Harrison earned the nickname “Crash.” He was in four bombers that crashed – first as co-pilot on a training mission; the last three as pilot.
Book: Haunted
Ruth Chorney’s Saskatchewan-set novel, Haunted, transports readers to interesting places—geographical and otherwise—and it’s just the kind of book that makes me wish…
Book: The Four Seasons of Rusty-Belly: Ode to the Seasons and the Birds of Boundary Bay
I am très pleased that The Four Seasons of Rusty-Belly: Ode to the Seasons and the Birds of Boundary Bay flew into my hands for review.
Book: Prince Prickly Spine
How in the world did she come up with this? That was my initial reaction to the multi-talented Tekeyla Friday’s enchanting chapter book, Prince Prickly Spine.
Book: The Winter Happiness Challenge
Depression can be a nagging companion over the winter months, so I grabbed this little book with great anticipation.
Book: Half-Wild and Other Stories of Encounter
It’s entirely rare that a first book packs a punch like Emily Paskevics’ Half-Wild and Other Stories of Encounter. The Ontario writer’s auspicious debut is multi-layered…