Great Silent Ballad by A. F. Moritz
Written in a lyrical style, some of the poems evoke a sense of wonder, while others riff on the natural world, music, or cultural phenomenal
Lisa Timpf
McDonald’s Memoir Reflects on the Power of Yes
Just Say Yes: A Memoir chronicles the highlights of McDonald’s life, from his youth in Orillia to his status as a high-profile science reporter and radio host. Along the way, McDonald discusses how being open to new opportunities was a key to his success.
You Don’t Have to Quit by Maureen Palmer
When cutting out doesn’t seem feasible, cutting back is still a worthwhile goal.
Anatomical Venus by Courtney Bates-Hardy
Dealing with chronic pain, losing a family member, and Clemente Susini’s dissectible wax woman dubbed Anatomical Venus are among the subjects dealt with in Courtney Bates-Hardy’s poetry collection Anatomical Venus.
The Wedding, by Gurjinder Basran
In The Wedding, author Gurjinder Basran weaves a fictional story depicting an extravagant wedding between two wealthy Sikh-Canadian families living in Vancouver.
Plenty of Solving Fun in O Canada Crosswords Book 25
As someone who enjoys crossword puzzles, I awaited the arrival of O Canada Crosswords Book 25 with anticipatory curiosity.
Window Shopping for God by Deborah Kimmett
Not surprisingly for someone who chose stand-up comedy as a profession, some of Kimmett’s writing is laugh-out-loud funny.
Reservations by Steve Burgess
Burgess discusses tourist attractions that have succeeded and failed. His description of his experiences at a temple in Nara, Japan had me laughing . . .
Signs of Life by Sarah Cox Spirits Us to Extinction’s Front Lines
An unswerving look at issues related to biodiversity in Canada.
The Road to Appledore by Tom Wayman
Written by someone who clearly respects and appreciates the natural world, The Road to Appledore might well appeal to a broad range of people.
Cosmic Wonder by Nathan Hellner-Mestelman
In a book stuffed with theories, facts, and figures, some levity is always appreciated, and Hellner-Mestelman delivers.
The Power of Rituals — Michael Norton’s The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions
Rituals can enhance our days, providing a sense of comfort.
“The Poetry Game” Yields Intriguing Results: Frog Pond Review Issue 4, Edited by Misha Solomon
This brief collection offers some captivating images.
Every Living Thing by Jason Roberts
Deeply researched and entertainingly told, this story of two eminent men of their day should appeal to those interested in biology, zoology, and historical narratives.
Sinclair’s “Dialed In” is Chock-Full of Good Advice
Written in a readable, relatable, and interesting manner, with enough humor worked in to keep things light, Dialed In is both entertaining and instructive.
