I've had a hankering for more Chad Pelley since reading his two novels last year, Away From Everywhere and Every Little Thing. His short story collection, Four-Letter Words has been shortlisted for the Alistair MacLeod Prize for Short Fiction for the 2017 Atlantic Book Awards. It's up against two other collections I've read this year; Bad … Continue reading Four-Letter Words by Chad Pelley
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Playing Catch-Up: Kate Evans and Beatrice MacNeil
The Inward Journey by Kate Evans (2016) Sylvia is not yet 70, but she is going blind and in a nursing home, and fighting it every step of the way. She complains about the food, the care, and refuses to try new ideas to learn how to cope with her loss of vision. In the style … Continue reading Playing Catch-Up: Kate Evans and Beatrice MacNeil
‘Flannery’ by Lisa Moore and ‘Trapped In Ice’ by Eric Walters
Flannery by Lisa Moore I have to admit that when I saw that Lisa Moore's new book was written for young readers, I was disappointed. But, there was no need. I was sucked into this book from page one; Lisa Moore has a way with words and characters that still surprises me. Young and old readers … Continue reading ‘Flannery’ by Lisa Moore and ‘Trapped In Ice’ by Eric Walters
‘The Fortunate Brother’ by Donna Morrissey and ‘The Couple Next Door’ by Shari Lapena
The Fortunate Brother by Donna Morrissey Donna Morrissey is a well-known and accomplished author from Newfoundland (who now lives in Nova Scotia), and I'm embarrassed to admit that this was my first time reading one of her books. However, I am happy to say that I couldn't have been more pleased with my experience, and … Continue reading ‘The Fortunate Brother’ by Donna Morrissey and ‘The Couple Next Door’ by Shari Lapena
Found Far and Wide by Kevin Major
Normally, I prefer female protagonists in my reading. But I've recently read two books whose main characters (and most of the supporting characters) have been male. Richard Wagamese's beautiful writing pulled me into Medicine Walk effortlessly. In Found Far and Wide, it is Sam's story that had me turning the pages. In four parts, Found … Continue reading Found Far and Wide by Kevin Major
Dancing In a Jar by Adele Poynter
Dancing In a Jar is a quiet, gentle epistolary novel. A refreshing look at a time gone by, in a place where the author grew up, and a community that knew how to live in the present and make the most out of life. What I liked about Dancing In a Jar: 1)You will not … Continue reading Dancing In a Jar by Adele Poynter
One Hit Wonders by Patrick Warner
Reading Atlantic Canada meets Reading Ireland Month. Patrick Warner was born and raised in Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland. He moved to Newfoundland in 1980 in search of better weather and economic prosperity. Bitterly disappointed on both counts, he turned to writing, penning four critically acclaimed poetry collections and a novel, double talk. One hit Wonders is his … Continue reading One Hit Wonders by Patrick Warner
Away From Everywhere by Chad Pelley
Away From Everywhere is the cause of my second A-Z CanLit Challenge cheat. So far, I have been going in order, but for this book I am making an exception and skipping ahead two letters. All because I want Chad Pelley to be on my official A-Z list. He deserves it. A while ago I … Continue reading Away From Everywhere by Chad Pelley
Eating Habits of the Chronically Lonesome by Megan Gail Coles
The title of this book caught my eye the first time I saw it. Since then, it has gotten a rave review by Chad Pelley at The Overcast, and Megan Gail Coles has become the first fiction writer to win the Winterset Award with a debut book. I am not surprised. Eating Habits of the … Continue reading Eating Habits of the Chronically Lonesome by Megan Gail Coles
Every Little Thing by Chad Pelley
I don't know of a better indication that a book is well written, and succeeds at connecting with its readers than when the reader falls in love with one of its characters. Chad Pelley has given me my latest literary crush. It's been a while; I was due for one. Thanks, Chad! Cohen Davies has a lot going … Continue reading Every Little Thing by Chad Pelley
Consumed by Ink 