Rooted: poems by Tricia Snell
How not to judge a book by its cover when production values of Spot of Poetry are so high? Heavy, cream, textured cover stock with French flaps and full colour and inside-cover graphics, designed by Berdene Owen.
Nova Scotia
The Lunenburg Farmers’ Market Cookbook: Homegrown Recipes for Every Month of the Year
Cookbooks of the past have been overwhelming. This cookbook is very different, however. The layout is inviting; the appeal of fresh radishes are enhanced with simple, foolproof recipes.
Pride Month Throwback: Thanks a Lot, Universe by Chad Lucas
Chad Lucas’ debut novel, Thanks A Lot, Universe, is a perfect example of why I enjoy middle-grade novels, even in my 50s.
Three Atlantic Canadian Children’s Picture Books
Big Rory of Market Square, written by Laurie-Stanley Blackwell and illustrated by Karen Megronigle, is an entertaining tale of an admirable, somewhat-mysterious, local storytelling kitty. A Newfoundland Alphabet: 25th Anniversary Edition, written and illustrated by Dawn Baker is a must have for little ones! Poppa and His Drum, written by Judith M. Doucette, and illustrated by Rebecca Reid, is an uplifting story of an Indigenous child and their grandfather
Barbara Emodi’s Gasper’s Cove Cozy Mystery Series
Each book in Nova Scotia author Barbara Emodi’s Gasper Cove Cozy Mystery series can be read as a standalone novel, however, when they are read in order you will notice that some of the relationships between reoccurring characters evolve.
Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic by Michelle Hébert
This is a darkly humourous, late coming of age tale, set in small-town Nova Scotia.
Threshold Stories by Carol Bruneau
Carol Bruneau is an award-winning writer from Halifax and has been a key figure on the Atlantic-Canadian literary scene for many years. She is also one of the finest writers this country has produced and has published internationally.
Children’s Book Week 2024: Pickles The Osprey, written by Connie Dennis, pictures taken by Don Dennis, and illustrated by Greg David
Connie Dennis wrote her debut book Pickles the Osprey to educate young people on Nova Scotia’s provincial bird.
Nova Scotia Folk Art: An Illustrated Guide by Ray Cronin
In former Art Gallery of Nova Scotia curator Ray Cronin’s Nova Scotia Folk Art, the works of 50 contemporary folk artists are shared across “waves,” or phases of trends and styles over time. In lieu of not being able to visit this art gallery in person, this guide presents a stunning illustrated overview of folk art that found their way from one’s home to museum showcase.
The Little Church Beside the Sea Written by Lana Shupe and Illustrated by Elizabeth M. Gales
The Little Church Beside the Sea is a gently rhyming story about the power of faith. The little church in the story maintains faith and learns just how strong the power of faith can be in the face of a seemingly hopeless situation.
Atrocity On The Atlantic by Nate Hendley
It was the greatest Canadian naval disaster of the First World War.
The Gift Child by Elaine McCluskey
No one writes Dartmouth as well as Elaine McCluskey writes Dartmouth.
Nothing in Truth Can Harm Us by Colleen René
The debut novel Nothing in Truth Can Harm Us from author Colleen René is a wonderful work in balancing tension and intrigue with the complexity of compassion.
The Oak Island Treasure Kids by S.L Boudreau
When a map of Oak Island is found, The Oak Island Treasure Kids set out on an adventure to find the treasure they heard legends about growing up in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia.
Walter’s World by K.A. Meechan, illustrated by Saavi K.
Walter is a rat whose ancestors go way back, all the way back to an ancient line of the Norway Clan, who hundreds of years earlier, settled in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
