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February is Black History Month

February is Black History Month

We are marking Black History Month by highlighting a collection of books by Black writers and about Black history, including poetry collections by celebrated writers...

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Out of the Blue

Out of the Blue

For twenty years, Jan Wong had been one of the Globe and Mail's best-known reporters. Then one day she turned in a story that set off...

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Alexa McDonough

Alexa McDonough

1944-2022 “Alexa led, not only by blazing her own trail as a female politician, but also by her ongoing efforts to encourage others — women,...

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Hike NS Winter Guided Walk Series 2022

Hike NS Winter Guided Walk Series 2022

Hike Nova Scotia — a non-profit organization that encourages and promotes a growing hiking culture throughout the province — and 18 host organizations are offering the...

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With this ring…

With this ring…

written by Andrew Hunter, author of the forthcoming It Was Dark There All the Time: Sophia Burthen and the Legacy of Slavery in Canada Mom and...

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The Presence of the Past: Writing Historical Fiction with Michelle Butler Hallett

The Presence of the Past: Writing Historical Fiction with Michelle Butler Hallett

Hemming and hawing over a New Year’s resolution? Why not resolve to write more? Starting January 18th, Michelle Butler Hallett will be hosting a 4-week...

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Three copies of Peace by Chocolate sit in a stack with red and gold ornaments scattered around. One red ornament sits atop the books.

Tareq’s First Christmas in Canada

An excerpt from Peace by Chocolate. This Christmas the Peace by Chocolate movie will be available for viewing online, and you can buy tickets by clicking here. In celebration...

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Last Call for the Ho Ho Home for the Holidays Sale!

Last Call for the Ho Ho Home for the Holidays Sale!

The holiday season is upon us but there’s still time to get your orders in while enjoying our Ho Ho Home for the Holidays Sale:...

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Perfect Pairings

Perfect Pairings

At the end of a long day, on a bright and early morning, squeezed into a lunch break, or during a lazy afternoon; whatever your...

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