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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today in the office we increased our knowledge of Indigenous experiences in Canada by playing The Truth in Truth and Reconciliation Educational Board Game by indigenous publishers @medicinewheelpub.bsky.social

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Heritage House Publishing @heritagehouse.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

On Oct 17, meet Haley Healey (author of Huxley’s Island Adventure) and many other local authors at Kids Fest! Chat with authors, get your books signed, and take part in fun hands-on activities. 🐈‍⬛🌲🐻 #VictoriaBC For more information about the event: buff.ly/WdZSsBb

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Orca Book Publishers @orcabook.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. In recognition of this important day we are highlighting books by Indigenous creators that can help young readers of all ages on the journey toward reconciliation. blog.orcabook.com/kids-books-f...

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Kids’ books for the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - Orca Book Publishers - Blog

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. In recognition of this important day we are highlighting books...

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 28/09/2026

We’re pleased to introduce these authors as featured guests for #VWF2026! Tickets for all events on sale now at writersfest.bc.ca.

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Seven of this week's bestsellers are by Indigenous authors, just in time for National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday. Grab a BC bestselling, Indigenous-authored, and published book to commemorate the date. www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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BC Bestsellers | Read Local BC

Our weekly BC Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, BC-owned publishers sold in independent BC bookstores.

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The Canadian Society of Children's Authors, Illust & Performers. @canscaip.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

No-Homework Online Critique Groups: Picture Book Edition Saturday October 10 12-3:00pm ET If you’d like peer feedback on a Picture Book story, we invite you to join us. Register via CANSCAIP member/friend portal: canscaip.org

No-Homework Online Critique Groups:
Picture Book Edition

Saturday October 10
12-3:00pm ET

CANSCAIP is delighted to announce the second No-Homework Online Critique Groups: Picture Book Edition. If you’d like peer feedback on a Picture Book story, we invite you to join us. This a free event for CANSCAIP Friends and Members.

Register via CANSCAIP member/friend portal: https://canscaip.org/

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John Richmond @johnprichmond.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Woot woot @readlocalbc.bsky.social poetry on the go. 💓👌😎🤓

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Books BC @booksbc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Thank you @quillandquire.bsky.social for this article (and @anvilpress.bsky.social for sharing!) 💙 ICYMI: Books BC and @readlocalbc.bsky.social are celebrating 30 years of Poetry in Transit @wordvancouver.bsky.social this Saturday, September 19 #PoetryinTransit #Poetry #BCbooks #BCtransit

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Word Vancouver @wordvancouver.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Poetry in Transit scavenger hunters. @readlocalbc.bsky.social

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Discover an unforgettable expression of love, loss and the solace of memory in a brand new biography from @harbourpublishing.bsky.social www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

We're celebrating 30 years of Poetry in Transit! This much-loved program began in 1996 and has featured hundreds of poems from BC poets over the years, making it one of the longest running transit poetry programs in Canada. Join us @wordvancouver.bsky.social on Saturday, September 19 for...

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Caitlin Press/Dagger Editions @caitlinpress.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Join acclaimed ‘backcountry poet’ bronwyn preece at Word Vancouver! On Saturday, September 19 at 3:30 pm, preece will read from her collection hiking beyond: poems from the trail at UBC Robson Square.

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

I spy with my little eye: A brand new children's illustrated book on Indigeneity created with 13 different illustrators @orcabook.bsky.social learn more: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Rebecca Bollwitt @miss604.com · 30/08/2026

Our book Freecouver has Canadian authors and a Canadian publisher, it’s printed in Canada, and we purposely kept the price under $20. On our website, I linked our Buy Now button to BookManager which will show you all the independent bookstores in your area that carry it 📚🇨🇦 @readlocalbc.bsky.social

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Freecouver - 101 Free Things to do in and Around Vancouver

101 Free and Fun Things to do in and Around Vancouver - Our new book, published by Tidewater Press, is available now!

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

A poetry book that invites us to create new relationships with nature, is coming to bookshops soon. Find the cover below to memorize it @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Elspeth Bradbury, author of Journeys to the Nearby, talks about sorting through lifelong accumulations, the inseparability of text and illustrations, the process of creative fermentation, and approaching the familiar with curiosity. Read the interview at www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/08/27/a...

A quote from an interview with author Elspeth Bradbury: "I squeeze and prod and bully every word, every phrase until it smartens up. Then I set the piece aside to stew for days or months before I have at it again. And again. The pace is pathetic, but I find the process weirdly enjoyable and addictive."

Photos of author Elspeth Bradbury and interviewer Alyssa Jones

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

BC Bestseller top pick of the week: The Lost Haida Manga @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social "a striking new collection tracing the origins and evolution of Haida Manga" Discover: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

NEW: A mesmerizing coffee table book that explores “one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world” and documents the fight to protect it 🌊 www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle... @harbourpublishing.bsky.social

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Start building your Fall poetry collection

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

#8 BC Bestseller List: an archive of the Japanese Canadian experiences in pre and post wartimes in compelling prose🎞 @harbourpublishing.bsky.social harbourpublishing.com/products/978...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Whether you love love in all its forms or crave something darker and titillating, choose your perfect summer novel ❤️ 🩸

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Joseph Dandurand, author of I Would Like to Say Thank You from @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social, sat down with @roblucastaylor.bsky.social to talk fishing, safe spaces and early morning writing practices. 💬 Full interview here: www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/07/23/m...

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John Ackermann @jackermann.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Looking for something to read this B.C. Day? Here are 10 more suggestions from the #Bookshelf archives to help you out. @readlocalbc.bsky.social johnackermann.substack.com/p/10-more-bc...

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10 More B.C. Day reads from the Bookshelf

Looking for something to read this B.C. Day? Here are 10 more suggestions from the Bookshelf archives.

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Sometimes, the miraculous happens. Discover one of North America's most ambitious conservation projects below 🦬 www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle... @greystonebooks.bsky.social

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 27/07/2026

🎟️ Now on sale! R. F. Kuang joins us with Taipei Story on September 26. writersfest.bc.ca/event/kuang-... Our 2025 event with Rebecca sold out in under 3 hours. 🔥 Make sure to book your seat ASAP! Each $70 ticket to this event will include a deluxe limited edition copy of Taipei Story.

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R. F. Kuang in Conversation | Vancouver Writers Fest

We are thrilled to welcome R. F. Kuang back to Vancouver on Saturday, September 26! Tickets will be available here on July 27 at 10am. Thank you to HarperCollins Canada for supporting R. F. Kuang’s…

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Perfect road trip read just dropped: A humorous account of Canada from a life-long travel writer ✍️ @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social Discover: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

3 BC bestsellers return to the list this week 🐑🖋️🌱 Discover: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle... @heritagehouse.bsky.social @greystonebooks.bsky.social #RonsdalePress

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Our book recs for Disability Pride Month ⤵ www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/07/16/e...

Disability pride month books by authors with disabilities, 3 book covers featured from the article.

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

This week's list is a celebration of our country; with canadiana, local lore, Indigenous art retrospectives, and coastal recipes. www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Lit Hub @literaryhub.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

“Language diversity is one of our most potent weapons against the diminishment of deep knowledge, the homogenization of culture, the erasure of history, and even some of our health crises.” On the numerous minority languages in danger of becoming extinct.

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The World’s Languages Are in the Middle of an Extinction-Level Event

Upstairs, a language is dying. Nonna is in bed—al lett—and we are in the living room, waiting for the swelling in her legs—i gamb’—to go down. Mum and I rushed here from the other side of London wh…

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

@greystonebooks.bsky.social published book The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben in No.6 !

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

We've got the inside scoop on what 3 BC bestselling authors are reading. Discover their top picks ➡️ www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/07/09/y...

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Orca Book Publishers @orcabook.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

From solving crimes to accidentally releasing witches, these middle-grade mystery novels are suspenseful enough to keep any reader on the edge of their seat! blog.orcabook.com/5-middle-gra...

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5 middle-grade mystery novels

These middle-grade mystery novels are perfect for fans of Goosebumps and crime books! From solving murders to accidentally releasing...

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rob mclennan @robmclennan.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

edgeless , on this new poetry title of mine, now available; / @caitlinpress.bsky.social @canadianpoets.bsky.social ; robmclennan.substack.com/p/edgeless

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Nine Ten Publications @ninetenpub.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

We're at 62% and early-bird pricing ends Thursday morning! (Thursday is also my birthday and I've decided to hope we get over the line by then...)

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Vancouver Writers Fest @writersfest.bc.ca · 06/07/2026

This is our All-Star Game. 🏒📚💗 Heated Rivalry author Rachel Reid comes to Vancouver on Monday, October 5! 📣 More information: writersfest.bc.ca/event/rachel... 🎟️ Tickets on sale Friday, July 10 at 9 AM PT

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SFU Indigenous Studies @sfuindg.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

#SFU students: this fall, Indigenous Studies is offering INDG 322-3: Reclaim Endangered Indigenous Language with Kicya7 Joyce Schneider. What makes it unique? A Nuk̓w7antwálhkalh ("we help each other") approach to language learning. Learn more: www.sfu.ca/outlines.htm...

SFU Indigenous Studies; Reclaim Endangered Indigenous Language; INDG 322-3 B100 Fall 2026

Photo: course instructor Kicya7 Joyce Schneider with a small group of language learners at a presentation.

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

3 BC Bestsellers return to the list after a short hiatus… www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Rob Taylor @roblucastaylor.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Jakub Zeleznik interviews David Spaner about his debut Ronsdale Press novel, "Keefer Street," for @readlocalbc.bsky.social:

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A Relatively Short Event Often Defines a Lifetime: An Interview with David Spaner – Read Local BC

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

This Canada Day, discover locally published children's books by Indigenous authors, so all young readers can grow up with Indigenous stories. www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/07/01/v... #CanadaDay #BooksForCanadaDay #KidsBooksForCanadaDay

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

This Canada Day, learn about the land, history, resistance, and cultures of Indigenous peoples through poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and art. www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/07/01/v...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Brand new release of Haida Manga from @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social at #12 on this week's BC Bestseller List www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

If you happen to be one of the book queers, trying to impress one, wanting to sharpen your ally abilities, or simply looking for a good local read, try picking up one of these new releases ✨🌈 www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/06/24/l...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Two authors each have two books on the list, any bets? www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Poetry in Transit spotlight: Renée Harper✨ We spoke with Renée Harper and the other Poetry in Transit 2025-26 poets on place, transit, and community. Read the full interviews here: www.readlocalbc.ca/2025/09/17/p... #PoetryInTransit #ReadLocalBC #BCPoet #BCPoetry

Renée Harper has a light skin tone, hazel eyes, and shoulder length brown hair with a side part. She wears tortoise shell framed glasses, and a grey turtle neck sweater. She looks at the camera with a soft smile

“There’s something inherently poetic about being in motion, suspended between places. Transit invites reflection, and for me, it sometimes invites poetry.”

he read my fortune
in the passing clouds
ill omens mixed
with gusts of wind
but sunshine too
—Renée Harper, “Fortunes”

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

The interview with Korky Day, the infamous local legend behind Vancouver's most extensive and detailed map of neighbourhood book exchanges, is live! read here: www.readlocalbc.ca/2026/06/16/t...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

This week: A brand-new memoir from the man behind Vancouver's Bard productions and some returning bestsellers 🎭 @harbourpublishing.bsky.social www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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