Below are some of our most recently released books.
Richly textured and lyrically written, Prairie Sonata is the story of Mira Adler and her journey from innocence to experience. Mira grows up in post–World War II Canada, in a close-knit Manitoba community founded by secular Jews from Eastern Europe. At the heart of her journey is the friendship that she develops with her teacher, Chaver B, a recent immigrant from Prague who is mysterious and intriguing and who Mira believes harbours a painful secret. Chaver B becomes deeply intwined in Mira’s life, and their relationship evolves, especially after he offers to teach her to play the violin. Little by little, Mira chips away at Chaver B’s past and soon comes to the shocking realization of what brought him to Manitoba. What she learns about his history both outrages and saddens her, yet she cannot stop herself from uncovering the truth about his life. While Chaver B attempts to reconcile his feelings of guilt, Mira struggles to understand a world that seems to be vastly different from the nurturing and seemingly untroubled one in which she grows up. And despite what she learns about Chaver B, herself, and the world around her, when she is older, Mira yearns for the chance to go back to her childhood. A coming-of-age story about music, love, friendship, community, and religion, Prairie Sonata is a riveting tale that will resonate with and captivate the reader.
Dream big, stay positive, and never give up! This beautifully illustrated book of affirmations is a toolkit for life, created for children of all ages. Filled with bright, cheerful artwork and uplifting messages, it teaches a powerful lesson: when you build a strong foundation of joy and self-belief, you can overcome any challenge. Perfect for morning motivation, bedtime bonding, or a quick boost of confidence, these pages will inspire young readers to face the world with courage, kindness, and a happy heart. Remember: keep your head up, look on the bright side, and chase your biggest dreams—one smile at a time.
Life Along Yukon Roads is a visual journey through the wild landscapes of the Yukon, highlighting some of the larger animals’ travellers are most likely to see from the highway. From bears grazing on roadside dandelions in the spring to caribou moving through snowy winter forests, this small, accessible book celebrates the everyday wildlife encounters that make Yukon Road travel unforgettable. Featuring photographs taken along well-known routes such as the Alaska Highway and the South Klondike Highway, the book introduces readers to iconic species including bears, bison, moose, sheep, goats, elk, deer, caribou, and even the region’s unique wild horses. Rather than traditional field-guide entries, each animal is introduced through observations gained over years of photographing Yukon wildlife, offering insight into their habits, timing, and the roadside moments that make them uniquely Yukon. Ideal for visitors, road-trippers, and Yukon locals alike, Life Along Yukon Roads is both a keepsake and a gentle guide—encouraging readers to slow down, stay alert, and appreciate the remarkable animals that make the Yukon such a wild and unforgettable place.
In Memoria, Hand Stitched is an art book, specifically a fibre art memorial book, and is a reproduction of the artist's handmade, hand stitched fabric book of some of Emily Dickinson's poetry about grief, pain, suffering, faith, and hope. It will appeal to a wide variety of viewers and readers: fibre art artists and others involved in or appreciative of textile art, fans of Emily Dickinson's poetry, and all those who are looking for an accompaniment in the journey of bereavement. It consists of 64 colour images of hand stitched pages.
Embark on a visual voyage through a significant period in the lives of Portuguese immigrants—exploring their dreams, their labour, their challenges, and their contributions to the mosaic that is Toronto today. Composed by an artist who immigrated to Canada with his family in 1964, the black and white photographs in this book pay tribute to a community that continues to shape the cultural fabric of the city. Even as the landscapes change, the human presence remains central. Whether in bustling cities or quiet corners of the world, Gilberto’s lens seeks gestures, expressions, and moments of connection that bridge cultures and invite contemplation.
Cordelia has survived monsters, magic, and the terrifying opening of the Chaos Portal, but Ataraxia is still breaking apart. When she and her friends find Lykos, one of the missing Guardians, in the Great Library of Ataraxia, they hope he’ll finally have the answers they need. Instead, they discover a deeper danger: hidden books, buried histories, mirror gods, and a Church of Serenity determined to protect peace—even if that means concealing the truth. With Drel, Pema, Kief, and Lykos at her side, Cordelia’s search leads from golden cathedrals and enchanted forests to a frozen lake and the secret world of the waveborn. Along the way, old allies return, new bonds are tested, and the line between order and chaos grows harder to see. The Primal Rift has opened, and its power is tearing through the world one disaster at a time. To close it, Cordelia and her friends must face corrupted Guardians, ancient magic, and a force strong enough to reshape Ataraxia itself. But the closer they get to the truth, the more personal the danger becomes, and the more she realizes that saving the world may cost her the people she loves most.