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Below are some of our most recently released books.
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Magnificat
Under the Guanacaste Tree by Kathleen S. Schmitt
MAGNIFICAT: Under the Guanacaste Tree tells the stories of two women from different backgrounds and class statuses who find themselves fighting their personal and societal battles in this riveting saga about inequality, oppression, misogyny, and the power of love. Set in the fictional war-torn country of Ixcheltlán, the narrative takes readers through the deserts and jungles of Mexico and Central America, exposing them to the wretched poverty and heartbreaking violence of those volatile southern regions that play such a role in the formation of these women’s consciousnesses. Sara, a Canadian woman, embarks on a long trek by bus, boat, and on foot to save her eleven-year-old daughter, who has enigmatically reached out to her with a plea for help. During her journey, she is shocked by the poverty, hopelessness, and violence that confronts her. When she finally reaches Ixcheltlán, she begins to serve the poor with other women who are just as passionate about justice and freedom for the marginalized. Through her contacts, Sara learns of the work and wisdom of the campesina peace-maker Maria Luz, a poor woman with a rich vision for equality, who desires to bring freedom to her people through a message of peace and reconciliation. Eventually, the shadow of death descends on them both, threatening to destroy all they have set out to accomplish. Suspenseful and impactful, MAGNIFICAT: Under the Guanacaste Tree will keep readers guessing to the very end.
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Truths & Legends
A Mikulski Family Story by Waldemar W. Mikulski
The narrative begins close to home, with immediate family stories that illustrate the unique experiences of the Polish-Canadian diaspora. Author Waldemar (Wally) Mikulski then takes readers on a genealogical quest through modern Poland, honouring individual family members by viewing their lives through the lens of some of history’s most defining moments—World Wars I and II. Featuring archival family photos and presented in a distinct format, the book is many books in one. It examines everything from surname origins to heraldry and DNA, ultimately seeking to answer the universal questions: “Who am I?” and “Who are my people?” “Truths & Legends bridges history and memory,” says Wally. “The ‘truths’ represent historically verified stories, while the ‘legends’ are rooted in family lore.” The book is a must-read for anyone interested in genealogy and history, and especially for those bearing the surname Mikulski.
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An Avian Alphabet
An Illustrated Anthology of Canadian Poetry by Edith Krause
An Avian Alphabet began as a body of art work, twenty-six bird images, one for each letter of the alphabet, created through the printmaking process of woodcut. Hung as a frieze around the gallery walls, they formed the anchor for an art exhibition about birds at a small community art gallery in Fort Langley, B.C. in 2019. The exhibition was enriched by an evening of poetry where six poets read their works inspired by the birds in An Avian Alphabet. Later, to transform the project into a book, nine more poets were invited to complete the avian alphabet of poetry. This is a second edition; the first edition was hand-printed as a fine art book by Barbarian Press.
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Shayna Rescues a Rainbow
by Lynda Benjamin
Shayna loves colors—everywhere and on everything. So imagine how she feels when her mother gives her plain white rainboots to wear! Stomping angrily in a puddle, she finds a tiny rainbow who’s been washed from the sky. The little rainbow has to get home, and Shayna’s the girl for the job. Can she find a way to get little Rhaina back to her parents high in the sky? Perhaps—with unexpected help from some animal friends. Shayna Rescues a Rainbow is a heartwarming children’s picture book celebrating kindness, imagination, adventure and the joy of helping others. It reveals the power of friendship and determination and will inspire children from 3-7 to be both creative and caring. Kids will love following Shayna as she makes original and sometimes comical attempts to achieve her goal, all brought to life with colorful, beautifully detailed illustrations sure to spark curiosity and warm readers’ hearts over and over again.
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Mylo Makes a Mess
by Dana Townsend
Meet Mylo, a playful one-year-old pup who loves his toys almost as much as he loves destroying them! When Mylo stays home alone for the first time, he promises his mom that he’ll be a good boy and only destroy his toys. But when frustration takes over, Mylo finds himself in a much bigger mess than he ever imagined. With his mom’s love and guidance, Mylo learns that even big feelings can be hard to control, mistakes happen, and it’s always okay to ask for help. A sweet and playful story about big emotions, forgiveness, and learning that making a mess doesn’t make you a bad boy.
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Hockey for a Lifetime
by William “Bill” Christian
Hockey Hall of Famer Bill Christian has lived a remarkable life. From the frozen river of Warroad, Minnesota to winning the 1960 Olympics in Squaw Valley, California, Bill’s story is one of passion, determination, community, and love for the game that shaped his world: hockey. In this stunning memoir, Bill recounts his humble beginnings and his introduction to hockey as a child in rural Minnesota. Before professional leagues, training camps, and financial compensation for career players, Bill and his brothers honed their relationship to the game, playing wherever they could. Passion and grit brought Bill and his brother Roger to the 1960 Olympics where they won the first gold medal in hockey for their country. Building his career during the volatile years of the Cold War, Bill recounts stories from behind the Iron Curtain, bridging cultural gaps through hockey, and offering a glimpse into a world now seen only in film. From his hometown ice rink to the Hockey Hall of Fame, Bill has traveled the world, built a successful hockey stick business from the ground up, and cultivated a love for the game, helping bring the United States to the world stage as a hockey powerhouse. This memoir also includes Bill's first-hand accounts of watching his son, David Christian, win gold at the 1980 Olympics and his grandson, Brock Nelson, win gold at the 2026 Olympics, becoming three generations of Team USA Olympics hockey gold together.
