Lewis Carroll (Charles Dodgson) explored childlike wonder and the bewildering realm of adult rules and status, which clashed in bizarre ways. Many characters in his tales are anthropomorphic, whether
A remarkable achievement notable for its sustained conversational brilliance of style, wealth of literary history, incisive snapshots and portraits of people and places, and for the window it opens on
Fairy tales tell us the stories we need to hear, the truths we need to be aware of. Arising from oral narrative, born of imagination, they are constantly being adapted to fit new cultural contexts. Th
What resides beneath the blankets of snow, under the ripples of water, within the whispers of the wind, and between the husks of trees all across Canada? Creatures, myths and monsters are everywhere?e
Paul-Émile Borduas had both successes and failures as he tried to express in artwork and words his vision of a generous, spontaneous, creative society. He was the catalyst for events that led to the w
In the binary world of Michael Mirolla’s stories, magical realms blend with the natural, our “familiar” world exposed through a hyper-realistic and mysterious lens. Daily life and ordinary occurrences
A sober memoir that provides a solid understanding of how crime is situated in structural, cultural, historical, and situational contexts. This is the life story of Ricky Atkinson, leader of the Dirty
A story of a boy and his dog and their adventures, which will appeal to the many children who are dog lovers. It is also a sensitive story of love and loss, and of making a new life for oneself. Alth
This compelling collection of poems deconstructs ordinary visions, reassembling mundane experiences and perspectives and exploring the importance of life, goodness, and poetry.
Taking the form of a news report, complete with news crawl and mid-broadcast interruptions, this risky and unique collection of poems presents psychologically stark and wrenching portraits of individu
Weaving deftly through life, love and power, Priscila Uppal's poems reveal remarkable maturity and a wide range. Weaving deftly through life, love and power, Priscila Uppal's poems reveal remarkable m
Stephen Zeifman, artist and teacher of studio art and art history, and the founder of Mill Road Studio, discusses his unique approach to art. He talks about his life as an artist, what can be termed t
A respected First Nations Canadian playwright and Governor General’s Award finalist, Daniel David Moses is known for using storytelling and theatrical conventions to explore the consequences of the co
From writer, artist and philanthropist, Gloria Vanderbilt, who sponsors one of the largest literary prizes in Canada, and who supports this unique Canadians-only short fiction publication. "I am proud
Leah Redsky is a Salteaux/Salish woman living in Vancouver who struggles with identity and the difficult intercultural dynamics of having a non-Indgenous boyfriend and working for the government. Ofte
Welcome to an alternate Canada, where steam technology and the wonders and horrors of the mechanical age have reshaped the past into something both wholly familiar yet compellingly different. These fi
When Giles Blunt’s first crime novel appeared, the Toronto Star said it “immediately raises the bar of Canadian crime fiction.” TheGlobe and Mail calls him “a master storyteller,” and fans of Blunt’s
Insightfully showcasing the inner divide, this poetic memoir aims to break down the larger lies of poetic form and the smaller dishonesties within the self. A fixation on medical language and the cruc
This audacious and intriguing new version of the story of Christ’s trial, crucifixion, and resurrection is based on the writings of Philo of Crete, a secretary to Pontius Pilate. Throughout his time a
Humor is an integral part of the Canadian identity, and we have a truly unique way of looking at ourselves and the world. Our greatest joy is found in irreverence, poking fun at our own stereotypes &n
Vesna Parun was born in 1922 on the island of Zlarin, on the Dalmatian coast of Croatia. She made her literary debut in 1947 with the collection of poems, Zore i vihori (Dawns and Hurricanes), and ove
Winner of the Casa de Teatro Prize (Dominican Republic). A fine novella distinguished by insight and sensitivity. Translated from the Spanish.A candid look at a young opera singer, what happens backs
With the world facing the greatest global crisis of all time – climate change – personal and political indifference has wrought a series of unfolding complications that are altering our pl
A sprawling story confronting social, historical, and racial tensions, this novel is set against the backdrop of the Trail of Tears, when President Andrew Jackson evicted the Cherokee people from thei
A selection of artworks and writings that spring from a lifetime of looking at reality sideways. Welcome to Gail’s world. Linger as long as you like ? it can be quite contagious. Gail Prussky spent
Madeleine Turka lost her father at an early age, and was left in the care of her grieving alcoholic mother, never to leave the childhood home. Now a middle-aged sex/ massage therapist for seniors, Mad
This is a book of short sharp poems based on 18 years of experience prowling the back streets and darker corners of the city of Toronto; it has the authentic sound of the human voice, written to the r
In the Days of the Cotton Wind and the Sparrow is a mystical encounter with the allegorical inhabitants of a remote civilization. A lone chronicler welcomes us into the life of the settlement, and int
A contemporary tale which manages that stunning and rare feat – telling a story of human interaction in a way that is universal, revelatory and suspenseful. As fault lines in American society break ap
In this collection of deeply felt poems, James Clarke challenges his conscience as he examines his decades-long experience as a judge, exploring what it means to sit in judgement of people, and what a
