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University of Alberta Press is a contemporary, award-winning publisher of scholarly and creative books distinguished by their editorial care, exceptional design, and global reach. https://ualbertapress.ca/
“Stories about Iranian life and culture have never been told with such grace and complexity.” Uchechukwu Peter Umezurike, author of there’s more https://bit.ly/4lPKxkK #Reading #ShortFiction #Books #CanLit #OwnVoice #Newcomer #Immigration @uumez.bsky.social
October 16 | 7 pm | Muttart Theatre, EPL. Free. Join Senator Paula Simons for a thought-provoking discussion with author Aaron Hughes at a critical time in our country. Host: Evan Osenton,@albertaviews.bsky.social @litfestyeg.bsky.social @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social https://bit.ly/4dk5GjZ
Toronto friends: Mehdi Kashani's book launch is Thursday, October 15, at 6:30 pm at TYPE Books on Dundas. All are welcome to join the celebration! https://bit.ly/3TCq4pW
We are delighted to see TRIANGULARITY and THE WAKING GLACIER on this week's list. Congratulations to the author and publishers of all of the book. And, of course, huge thanks to our readers!
Book Publishers Association of Alberta@abbookpub.bsky.social · 7d agoEdmonton’s Bestselling Books for the week ending September 27, 2026! #ABbooks @audreysbooksyeg.bsky.social @magpiebooks.bsky.social @ucalgarypress.bsky.social @ualbertapress.bsky.social @newestpress.bsky.social
Spotlight series #126 : Dawn Macdonald / @yukondawn.bsky.social @ualbertapress.bsky.social @bcyukonbookprizes.bsky.social ; robmclennan.medium.com/spotlight-se...
Spotlight series #126 : Dawn Macdonald
Curated by Canadian writer, editor and publisher rob mclennan, the “spotlight” series appears the first Monday of every month.
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In TOAST FOR TWO TONGUES, Gisèle Villeneuve reveals the richness, but also the challenges, of a life lived in two cultures and languages, not alternately, but at the same time. https://bit.ly/4h3DST2 #books #literature #FarOuest #ShortFiction #ShortStories #FrancoAlbertan
October 5 is Do Something Nice Day. Small acts of kindness can have a big impact. Of course, our minds go directly to books! -Read someone a story. -Gift a book. -Say thank you to a bookseller or a librarian. Our website: https://bit.ly/46M0lM2 #DoSomethingNiceDay
With RESISTING POLICE IN QUEER SPACES, “DeGagné crafts a compelling, cutting-edge account of fierce contests over police incursions in queer publics that deserves to be widely read.” Emma Russell, La Trobe Univ. https://bit.ly/4dMmu3G #LGBTQ #CriticalCriminology #QueerActivism #DefundThePolice
Canada's History shared an article about the history of public libraries. "A library has always been more than a place to get a book; it’s a civic space where knowledge circulates, opportunity expands and community takes shape." https://bit.ly/4hK5Fr5 #reading @canadashistory.bsky.social
The creation of the Canadian public library system - Canada's History
Tracing public libraries from their roots to modern times
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TRIANGULARITY by Alice Major explores the intersections of poetic forms, science, and spirit, using moments from the author’s life as counterpoint to ideas about research, ecology, and reconciliation. https://bit.ly/4wt5Koh #poetry #science #books #CanLit
Today, we are reading Dr. Crystal Gail Fraser's article, "Recognizing progress and continuing to expect more on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation." https://bit.ly/4zhSAfN #TRC #IndigenousStudies #decolonize
“A strikingly original and deeply immersive meditation on Arctic exploration, climate change, and the evolving meanings of place in a rapidly warming world.” Lisa E. Bloom, Climate Change and the New Polar Aesthetics https://bit.ly/4xOsZds #TravelWriting #environment @diannechisholm.bsky.social
Jeremy Ravi Mumford in The Canadian Historical Review says that THE RIEL PROBLEM surveys "Louis Riel’s cultural afterlife" and calls it "a rich, substantial, and well-conceived study." About the book: https://bit.ly/3T3V13f Full review: https://bit.ly/4ruxtUK
Lisa Richter is reading from SUBLUNARY in the Maritimes. On October 1, at the Attic Owl Reading Series in Moncton, with Loch Baillie. This weekend in Fredericton as part of Poetry Weekend at UNB. Lisa is a vivacious reader: enjoy! https://bit.ly/4wSWlI3 @fiddlehd.bsky.social
Creative writing instructors will find TRIANGULARITY: Essays on Poetry, Science, and Spirit opens productive conversations, with reflections on each of the poems between the essays. It is full of insights into how a poet works with her material. https://bit.ly/4wt5Koh #poetry #books #CanLit
ScienceWriters2026 is happening now, running September 25 to 28. What a great time to highlight these books! https://bit.ly/4jebRty #NASW2026 CASW2026 #science #health #technology #STS
"It took me nearly a decade to begin writing short stories myself, but I believe that Jhumpa Lahiri’s The Interpreter of Maladies was my point of departure." Learn more about Mehdi M. Kashani's debut collection, A TEHRAN SO QUIET, including praise and book club questions. https://bit.ly/4ybrQ0h
RESISTING POLICE IN QUEER SPACES studies events in Etobicoke, Hamilton, Toronto, Calgary, and Edmonton to demonstrate the perpetual resolve of Two-Spirit, queer, and trans communities to create and defend queer spaces. https://bit.ly/4dMmu3G #QueerHistory #RightToTheCity #2SLGBTQ #QueerActivism
Alice Major is interviewed On Creative Writing. There's so much good material here! And, if you're in Edmonton, please join Alice for her book launch at Audreys Books, Sunday, September 27, at 2 pm. All are welcome. https://bit.ly/4h4lcCO
Discovering Alice Major: Poet Laureate and Essayist
Explore Alice Major's growth as a poet and essayist, her awards, evolution in writing, and insights on engaging readers.
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We hope you have a chance to listen to this wonderful interview between Kate Stevens of CKUA Radio and Alice Major. https://bit.ly/4AgwPhp
Alice Major - on Triangularity book
In her latest book, Edmonton-based poet and author Alice Major challenges ideas of faith, science and the silos in which we often place ourselves. CKUA's Kate Stevens is joined by the poet, who brings
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The Western Museums Association’s Annual Meeting is September 23 to 26 in Salt Lake City. It is sure to be a great gathering. We bring attendees' attention to three new books in Museums and Media Studies. #museums @museumsassociation.org
Sharmin Sadequee, editor of SECULARISM, RACE, AND THE POLITICS OF ISLAMOPHOBIA, is attending the American Studies Association annual meeting in Chicago, with an author meets critic session on Oct 23 at 3:30 pm. https://bit.ly/40EgJOn #ASA2026 #Racism #Culture #Religion
Kashani's debut collection, A TEHRAN SO QUIET, focuses on the indelible effects of displacement on the Iranian diaspora’s psyche. These twelve stories delve into familial tensions, interracial relationships, trauma, infidelity, misunderstandings, & sexual dalliances. https://bit.ly/4lPKxkK #Iran
Kay Rollans is attending the Mawachihitotaak Métis Studies Conference in Calgary and showcasing Matthew Tétreault's new book, THROUGH RISE AND RUPTURE: Red River Poetics and the Shaping of a Métis Literary Tradition. Earrings by Dene artist, Midnight Sun Elegance! https://bit.ly/4yUvrQm
The Scholarly & Academic Book of the Year is awarded to CARTOGRAPHIC POETRY: EXAMINING HISTORIC BLACKFOOT AND GROS VENTRE MAPS by Ted Binnema, François Lanoë, and Heinz W. Pyszczyk. Congratulations to @ualbertapress.bsky.social! #ABPubAwards #ABbooks
The Learning Book of the Year is awarded to Brush Education for ELEMENTS OF INDIGENOUS STYLE, 2ND ED. by Gregory Younging, edited by Warren Cariou, Deanna Reder, Lorena Sekwan Fontaine, and Jordan Abel. Congratulations! #ABPubAwards #ABbooks
The Lifetime Achievement in Alberta Publishing Awards is awarded to JEAN POULIN, founder of influential Alberta press, Les Éditions Duval. This award recognizes his decades-long career and his lasting impact on the Alberta book publishing industry. #ABPubAwards #ABbooks
KATHY KILLOH of @AU_press is awarded the Lifetime Achievement in Alberta Publishing Award. This award recognizes her outstanding leadership and her instrumental role in establishing Athabasca University Press as Canada’s first open access scholarly press. #ABPubAwards #ABbooks
Banff once again hosts the Prairie Political Science Association conference, September 18 to 20. It's a wonderful opportunity to talk to our acquisitions editor, Kay Rollans, and browse our strong list of publications! #Conference #PPSA2026 #PoliSci #ABpol @fsnagovsky.bsky.social @jaredwesley.ca
