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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 23h

The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches, a graphic novel for teens written and illustrated by Camille Perron-Cormier, is out now! Andrea’s first year at university gets off to a strange start when she discovers she may be a witch! Available now at your local bookstore!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

This week is #BannedBooksWeek 2026. Every year, we take this time to speak up against censorship and support free access to information. SSP aims to represent the diverse world we live in. We want readers to see themselves represented in books. Let Books Be. Protect the Freedom to Read.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Camille Perron-Cormier is featured on @truenorthcomics.bsky.social podcast for her new YA graphic novel series, The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches! The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches follows Andrea during her first year of university where she discovers she may be a witch!

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Camille Perron-Cormier introduces her witchy YA graphic novel

True North Country Comics Podcast chats with Camille Perron-Cormier about her new YA graphic novel

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Happy publication day to Counting Bugs/Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag by Gretchen Sands-Gamble, illustrated by Storm Angeconeb! A counting book introducing insects in English AND Ojibwe! The French & Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe edition, Comptons les bestioles/Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag, is also out now.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Compare these early sketches and storyboards to the final copies, done by the author and illustrator Camille Perron-Cormier for The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches, book one in The Willbrook Witches series! Publishing October 6th, 2026.

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Premee Mohamed @premeemohamed.com · 30/09/2026

Also I am forgetting! My friend Dani's middle-grade book THE DOG HEIST came out from @secondstory.bsky.social this month! If you have young readers in your life, maybe they too would like a heist! :D bookshop.org/p/books/the-...

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The Dog Heist

A neglected dog brings two misfits together in this adventure for middle schoolers who love animals and stories where the kids take charge. For Caleb, September is off to a rough start. His parents ha...

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

On September 30th we mark Orange Shirt Day/The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Sharing stories from survivors is something we can do as a press. This post features Shirley: An Indian Residential School Story, written and illustrated by Joanne Robertson with Shirley (Fletcher) Horn.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Shy Cat and the Stuff-the-Bus Challenge by Dian Day & Amanda White is shortlisted in the children’s category for World of Books Sustainable Story Award! Shy Cat and the Stuff-the-Bus Challenge is about why hunger exists in North American homes & what we can do about it as a community.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

In the Long Shadows by Bear Meawasige received a great review from School Library Journal! In the Long Shadows is the first book in a new epic YA fantasy series, The Long Shadows. It follows Leaf, Ash, Reed, and Finch, who are destined to meet on the Great Turtle. Publishing October 13, 2026.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Happy publication day to Bernice and the Wild Waters by Jessica Outram! Book Two in the Shining Waters series follows Bernice as she searches for her missing cousins, who may have been taken by an Indian Agent to go to residential school. Available now at your local bookstore.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Find us at The Word on the Street, taking place on September 26th-27th at David Pecaut Square! At booth 14, we’ll have merch and our newest releases, including the first books in our two new series. Also, meet our authors, Jessica Outram and Julia Hune-Brown! We hope to see you there!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Alina in Her Roots, written by Shenaaz G. Nanji and illustrated by Beena Mistry, is out now! Alina has grown up on the stories her family tells of Nairobi, Kenya, and now she’s going to see it all for herself! Book 3 of The Alina Books, a series for ages 6-8.

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Nick Hune-Brown @nickhunebrown.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

This is so cool. My sister wrote a kids book about my grandmother's journey to Canada from China as a teenage opera singer. It's a wild story, and beautifully illustrated. Check it out!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Happy publication day to POH POH’S SWORD by Julia Hune-Brown and illus. by Hayley Lowe! Julia based her debut picture book, Poh Poh's Sword, on a documentary she made about her grandmother for CBC Radio. The book retells her story for a younger audience with beautiful illustrations by Hayley Lowe.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Next up from our Fall 2026 Preview is Beena Mistry, the illustrator behind Alina in Her Roots, written by Shenaaz G. Nanji! Swipe through to learn more about Beena! Alina in Her Roots publishes on September 15th, 2026. Available for pre-order now.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Poh Poh’s Sword by Julia Hune-Brown and illustrated by Hayley Lowe received a wonderful review from @ala-booklist.bsky.social! This intergenerational picture book follows the brave adventure of Julie’s grandmother (Poh Poh) leaving China to come to North America as part of a Cantonese opera troupe.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Women Who Woke Up the Law: Inside the Cases that Changed Women’s Rights in Canada by Karin Wells is on the J.W. Dafoe Book Prize's longlist! This adult nonfiction book tells the stories of a group of women whose legal trials helped shape women’s right in Canada. Congrats to Karin!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

We’re excited to share a first look at Julia Hune-Brown unboxing her upcoming picture book, Poh Poh’s Sword, illustrated by Hayley Lowe! Poh Poh’s Sword follows Julie’s Chinese grandmother—her Poh Poh—leaving China to come to North America. Coming September 15th, 2026. Available for pre-order now!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Happy publication day to Luckily Ever After Olive Tran written by Phuong Truong and illustrated by Christine Wei! This third book in the Olive Tran series continues with the lovable Olive Tran through her grade four year. Also, check out Every Little Bit Olive Tran and Take a Breath Olive Tran!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

The Dog Heist by Dani Jansen is out now! A neglected dog brings two misfits together in this adventure for middle schoolers who love animals and stories where the kids take charge. Perfect for middle grade readers who enjoy adventure, animal rescue, and kids taking initiative!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Gloria Steinem was a trailblazing journalist, activist, & leader. Her work reminds us all that change is in the hands of the people, & that we can only move forward by speaking up against injustice. Her legacy will be passed on through the generations of those she has inspired, including us at SSP.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Up next from our Fall 2026 Preview is Hayley Lowe, the illustrator of Poh Poh’s Sword, written by Julia Hune-Brown! Swipe through to get to know more about Hayley and her favourite scene to illustrate! Poh Poh’s Sword publishes on September 15, 2026 and is available for pre-order now.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

In honour of September being Hunger Action Month, we'll be doing a buy one give one via the Second Story Press website of Shy Cat and the Stuff-the-Bus Challenge by Dian Day and Amanda White for every purchase made on our website for the entire month! Open to Canadian residents only.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Join award winning author Dani Jansen for the launch of her new novel, The Dog Heist, at Babar Books! On the day bring a physical donation for the Montreal SPCA or a tax receipt showing a monetary donation to enter a giveaway! SPCA needs: spca.com/en/material-donations We hope to see you there!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Next up in our Fall 2026 Preview is Christine Wei, the artist behind the spot illustrations in Luckily Ever After Olive Tran, by Phuong Truong! Swipe through to learn more about Christine! Luckily Ever After Olive Tran publishes on September 8, 2026. Available for pre-order now!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Every Little Bit Olive Tran by Phuong Truong & illus. by Christine Wei is shortlisted for the 2026-27 BC Chocolate Lily Book Award! The Chocolate Lily Book Award is a children’s reader choice award that celebrates children’s authors & illustrators who live in BC. Congrats to Phuong & Christine!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Poh Poh’s Sword, by Julia Hune-Brown and illus. by Hayley Lowe, received a wonderful review from Kirkus Reviews! Coming September 15, 2026, Poh Poh’s Sword is a generational story about Julie’s grandmother leaving China to come to North America with her sword to forge a new life with her family.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

The next title in our Fall 2026 Preview: The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches, written & illus. by Camille Perron-Cormier! Swipe through to learn more about The Secret Society of the Willbrook Witches & the author behind the series! Coming October 6, 2026. Available for pre-order now!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Next up in our Fall 2026 Preview is The Dog Heist by Dani Jansen! 🐾 The Dog Heist is about two misfits, Caleb and Valery. When a hurricane is coming, they hatch a plan to rescue Lyra, their neighbor's neglected dog. Publishes on September 1, 2026. Cover design by Katy Dorkrill! Pre-order now.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The next title from our Fall 2026 Preview is Bernice and the Wild Waters by Jessica Outram! Bernice and the Wild Waters is book two in the Shining Waters Series. In this story, Bernice searches for her missing cousins. Publishing on September 22, 2026 and is available for pre-order now!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

In the Long Shadows by Bear Meawasige received an amazing review from Kirkus Reviews! Coming October 13, 2026, In the Long Shadows follows Leaf & Ash as they join on the Great Turtle after finding a relic from the stonefolk, while Reed & Finch meet on the Broken Waters & sail towards the island.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We’re honoured that Shirley: An Indian Residential School Story by Joanne Robertson with Shirley (Fletcher) Horn will be featured in a visual arts exhibit at the Art Gallery of Algoma as part of the Algoma Fall Festival. Visit the gallery to explore Shirley's story and Joanne's illustrations.

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Shirley, An Indian Residential School Story - Algoma Fall Festival

At just five years old, Shirley was taken from her family and sent to residential school. Through expressive artwork and Shirley's own words, visitors journey alongside her, leaving her home for the s...

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Also available in a French and Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe edition titled Comptons les bestioles/Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag. Both books are coming in October 6th, 2026. Pre-order now!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Next up in our Fall 2026 Preview is Counting Bugs/Aambe Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag by Gretchen Sands-Gamble & illus. by Storm Angeconeb! Counting Bugs/Aambe Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag is a counting board book in both English & Anishinaabemowin/Ojibwe! Learn more about the book & the author!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

The Fall 2026 Preview continues with Poh Poh’s Sword, by Julia Hune-Brown and illustrated by Hayley Lowe! Poh Poh’s Sword is an immigration story about Julie's Chinese Canadian grandmother’s (Poh Poh’s) leaving China to North America. Publishing on September 15, 2026. Available for pre-order now!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Next up in our Fall 2026 Preview is Luckily Ever After Olive Tran, by Phuong Truong with illustrations by Christine Wei! In the third Olive Tran book, Olive and her bestie, Mia, play Cupid for their parents. Learn more about the book and its author! Publishes September 8, 2026. Pre-order now.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

We’re kicking off our Fall 2026 Preview with Alina in Her Roots by Shenaaz G. Nanji and illustrated by Beena Mistry. The third book in The Alina Books series follows Alina's visit to Nairobi, Kenya, where she reunites with her cousin, Safi. Publishing on September 15th, 2026. Pre-order now!

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Bernice and the Wild Waters is a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection! Congrats Jessica Outram, and thanks, JLG for recognizing this middle grade series. Coming September 22, 2026, Bernice searches for her missing cousins, who may have been taken by an Indian Agent to a residential school.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

We're honored to share that author Karen Levine received the Order of Canada at Rideau Hall! Hana's Suitcase tells the true story of the modern-day search for a young girl lost in the Holocaust. Karen is also the co-author of The Light Keeper, with Shiela Baslaw, illustrated by Alice Priestley.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Ellis on Guard by Sal Sawler, illustrated by Nandita Ratan, was featured on this week’s CBC Radio One’s The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing as a kid approved book to read for this summer! This empathetic picture book explores anxiety in a way that helps young readers feel understood.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Can Posters Kill?: Antisemitic Propaganda and World War II by Jerry Faivish with Kathryn Cole, has won the Young Adult Nonfiction category for the ILA Children's and Young Adult Book Awards! 🎉 This impactful book for teens provides insights about hate and antisemitism and what is propaganda.

Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Shy Cat and the Stuff-the-Bus Challenge by Dian Day and Amanda White was featured on this week's CBC Radio One’s The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing as a kid approved summer read! This graphic novel follows best friends, Mila and Kit, and a community coming together to make a difference.

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Our exciting lineup will also include the third book in Shenaaz Nanji’s The Alina Books series and a picture book based on Julia Hune-Brown’s real-life grandmother who came to Canada as part of a Cantonese opera troupe!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

SSP presents our Fall 2026 Preview! 🍂 Releasing this fall, our lineup will include a new cozy graphic novel series about a coven of YA witches and a new adventure fantasy YA series told from an Indigenous perspective!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Happy National Indigenous Peoples Day! SSP is honoured to be able to work with Indigenous creators and their communities. The featured art is by Storm Angeconeb, from her illustrations for Counting Bugs / Aambe Gindaasdaa Mnidooshag by Gretchen Sands-Gamble - a baby board book coming this fall!

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Second Story Press @secondstory.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

The Dog Heist by Dani Jansen received a lovely review from Kirkus Reviews! This heartfelt, humorous, and compelling story with high stakes moments is coming September 1, 2026.