When I learned of Frances Itani's newest book, Tell, and that it included some of the characters from her 2004 book, Deafening, I knew it was time I finally read Deafening. And, I am so glad I did. I loved it, and I can't wait to get my hands on Tell, so I can go back … Continue reading Deafening by Frances Itani
Tag: Canadian women writers
Obasan by Joy Kogawa
As I have already talked about in my post about Joy Kogawa, Obasan is a novel she wrote based on her experiences as a young Japanese-Canadian girl during the time of the Second World War. Obasan has become required reading in our schools and has been quoted on Parliament Hill. Why it has taken me … Continue reading Obasan by Joy Kogawa
Joy Kogawa
I have chosen Joy Kogawa's Obasan to be the 'K' book for my A-Z Canlit challenge. I can't believe I have waited so long to read this book, but I was helped along by the book fairy when I recently came across a copy of it at a book sale. I snatched it up just in time to … Continue reading Joy Kogawa
The Deep by Mary Swan
The Deep is a novella I have had on my list for a while. With Remembrance Day coming up, I thought it was the perfect time to read it. The Deep tells the story of twin sisters volunteering oversees during WWI. Through their eyes, we experience the atrocities of war, as well as the smaller, almost … Continue reading The Deep by Mary Swan
Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions by Molly Peacock
Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions If you are looking to spend a fun time with words and letters, then here is the perfect book for you. You will want to take your time reveling in the whimsical, colourful language of these original stories, as well as absorb the beautiful illustrations that go along with them. The … Continue reading Alphabetique, 26 Characteristic Fictions by Molly Peacock
Infidelity by Stacey May Fowles
I first heard about this book on the June edition of Shelf Talkers, a series at 49th Shelf by Robert Wiersema where independent book stores get to recommend their choice of Canadian books to readers. Since it came highly recommended, I thought I would give it a try. And, really, who isn't curious to know what people have to … Continue reading Infidelity by Stacey May Fowles
Malarky by Anakana Schofield
Malarky spins and glitters like a coin flipped in the air - now searingly tragic, now blackly funny. Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. - Annabel Lyon [from the front cover] Malarky took me by surprise. It made me laugh, it shocked me, and it made me squirm with discomfort. By turns, it was shockingly raw, achingly funny, and absurdly bizarre. … Continue reading Malarky by Anakana Schofield
Stone Mattress by Margaret Atwood
When I received this book from the publisher I was nervous to start it. I didn't want to not like it. What was I thinking? I believe I could be holed up in a room with nothing but Margaret Atwood to read for a long time and be perfectly content. If you decide to pick up … Continue reading Stone Mattress by Margaret Atwood
We So Seldom Look On Love by Barbara Gowdy
This is my third short story collection for Summer of the Canadian Short Story, hosted by Tania @ Write Reads. My first two were Astray by Emma Donoghue and Moral Disorder by Margaret Atwood. We So Seldom Look On Love was actually recommended to me by Tania, but at first I didn't think it was … Continue reading We So Seldom Look On Love by Barbara Gowdy
Mᾶn by Kim Thúy
Kim Thúy makes every word count in her new novel, Mᾶn. She says so much with very few words. Her writing is beautiful and poetic. Life caught me when I fell... The story tells about Mᾶn's new life in Montreal as a cook at her husband's restaurant. There is a lot of wonderful detail describing the … Continue reading Mᾶn by Kim Thúy
Consumed by Ink 