Galleon Books: Jerrod Edson and Jake Swan

One of the things I love about small presses is their willingness to take on authors with big imaginations who come up with stories rarely found in mainstream publishing. These books are not likely going to make it to the big displays at the Chapters/Indigo store, but are more likely to be placed into your … Continue reading Galleon Books: Jerrod Edson and Jake Swan

Literary Wives: Mrs. Hemingway by Naomi Wood

Literary Wives is an on-line book group that examines the meaning and role of wife in different books. Every other month, we post and discuss a book with this question in mind: What does this book say about wives or about the experience of being a wife? Don’t forget to check out the other members of Literary … Continue reading Literary Wives: Mrs. Hemingway by Naomi Wood

No Relation by Terry Fallis

No Relation has been near the top of the charts here in Canada, and all the reviews I have read have been sunny and bright. It's a good thing I don't have to come on here and disagree with everyone. Earnest Hemmingway was having a bad day. He lost his job, his girlfriend, and his wallet. Many … Continue reading No Relation by Terry Fallis