Below are some of our most recently released books.
One day, some form of pest will be discovered inside or around your home. How will you handle the removal of this pest? There are two choices. If you have the knowledge of the pest in question and have no fear of it, you could exterminate the pest yourself. If you choose to call a Pest Control company to handle the issue, can you find a reliable company that will eradicate the pest successfully without costing you an arm and a leg. Nuisance Pests: A Comprehensive DIY Guide for Exterminating Most Household Pests Without the Use of Poisons and Harmful Chemicals is a comprehensive guide to getting rid of pests in your home without cruel traps or poisons and other dangerous chemicals. Written for everyday readers by an experienced exterminator, Nuisance Pests exposes the pest control industry’s best-kept secret: any of us can solve even severe infestations ourselves without the need for expensive—and all too often worthless—professional services. All you need is the knowledge of how to accomplish it. There are a lot of unreliable operators out there. If you decide to call on a Pest Control company to do this for you, this book will show you exactly how to select the most honest and reliable ones. The author’s know-how and easy-to-follow remedies are products of decades of experience working in pest control, but he is also a qualified naturalist, so Nuisance Pests is more than just a how-to manual. It is packed with information, vividly illustrated, about the life cycles and habits of twenty-five of the commonest pests that can invade our homes and gardens. These stories and images are not just fascinating in themselves. They are also essential knowledge when we need to get rid of the pests, especially if we want our solutions to be safe and eco-friendly.
When Robbie Burns wrote in 1786: “To see ourselves as others see us! It would from many a blunder free us,” he could not have foreseen Donald J. Trump as president of the United States. This book is a record of what Trump’s America looked like to at least one foreign observer during what may turn out to be the most formative year (2025-26) in the nation’s history since 1945. Chronicling Trump’s approach to immigration, health, the environment, freedom of speech, religion, and foreign policy, these pages highlight a country in crisis from the perspective of their cringing neighbours to the north. Written by a retired Canadian professor with ties on either side of the border, Watching Trump from Afar draws from decades of research on the Soviet Union and Russia, drawing unsettling links between Putin’s Russia and Trump’s America. By detailing the impact this burgeoning authoritarianism has on Canada, and on the United States, the author provides a cautionary tale for citizens on both sides of what was once, but is no longer, touted as the “longest undefended border” in the world.
Centuries since the first reported sightings, Sasquatch are one of the enduring mysteries of our time. Do they exist? And if so, what are they? Human ancestors? Another species? Or perhaps, something stranger still, not even of this Earth? Intriguing and ambitious, They Howled All Night is former Chief Parks Naturalist of Manitoba Willard Anderson’s account of his on-the-ground research into Sasquatch and potential extraterrestrial phenomena and what they might suggest about the mysteries of our world. Having had a sighting of a Sasquatch himself, Anderson not only performs meticulous outdoor research of his own but sets up cameras in the wilderness that end up capturing a number of mysterious lights that lead him to deepen the hunch about what many other researchers believe: that Sasquatch might have extraterrestrial connections. Along the way, Anderson tackles myriad related phenomena, from electromagnetism to quantum physics, a portrait of the lifestyle and biology of Sasquatch, the evolution of hominids on Earth, and much else, ultimately calling to have Sasquatch recognized as a new species—and granted the attendant rights. Stunning in scope and thrilling in the closeness of its research, They Howled All Night is essential reading for Sasquatch believers, researchers, and skeptics alike.
Prema (प्रेमा) is the Sanskrit word for love. Written over fifteen years, Prema is a memoir told through a series of letters that reflect on love, loss, and personal growth — this author's story is shaped by her lived experience, but one many of us will recognise. Sometimes taking a spiritual and philosophical approach to her healing journey, she explores how her relationships — with family, friends, and herself — shape her understanding of who we are and how we move through the world. Each letter focuses on a different relationship, tracing her evolution, as she examines painful experiences with honesty and a commitment to forgiveness, without leaning into bitterness. Prema invites readers to reflect on their own experiences of love and to consider how awareness, compassion, and self-understanding can guide the way as we navigate life.
"One mischievous cat, one twinkling tree, and a Christmas surprise like no other!" It’s Tinsel the Cat’s very first Christmas, and he’s ready to explore every festive wonder! From chasing ribbons and swatting ornaments to cozying up by the fire, Tinsel is having the time of his life. But when a mysterious visitor arrives in the middle of the night, Tinsel discovers that Christmas magic is more real—and more purr-fect—than he ever imagined. Join Tinsel on a heartwarming holiday adventure full of twinkling lights, festive fun, and an unforgettable Christmas surprise! Perfect for cozy bedtime reading, Tinsel’s Purr-fectly Magical Christmas is a delightful holiday tale for cat lovers and Christmas dreamers alike.
Psychologists are trained to help others survive grief, trauma, and despair. But what happens when the healers find themselves lost in their own lives? Spanning three decades in Vancouver—from 1981 to 2010—this collection of stories follows three psychologists, David, Ebba, and Ben, as they navigate the delicate line between professional roles and personal upheaval. Bound by friendship and a shared vocation, they guide patients through grief, trauma, obsession, depression, and fear while their lives beyond the consulting room grow increasingly turbulent: • David anchors his family during his fight to maintain a fragile marriage. • Ebba navigates motherhood and divorce, wrestling with a longing that reshapes her understanding of love and loyalty. • When his wife leaves him, Ben confronts the same crushing depression he has spent his career treating in others. Interwoven with their journeys are the unfolding deeply human dramas of their patients’ lives: Debbie’s crippling guilt, Thelma’s incandescent grief, Darvesh’s disabling compulsions, and Sunny’s battle to reclaim her life. Drawing on decades of professional insight, Shrinks: Tales of Transition explores the paradox at the heart of therapy: those who help others heal must eventually confront their own wounds. For fans of Koch’s novel Hired Gun, this collection also offers a window into the early career of David Lipman. As the years pass and the stories unfold, David, Ebba, and Ben must tackle the question that echoes through every consulting room: how does one face suffering and still choose hope?