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Below are some of our most recently released books.
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The Dusty Cat
by Jaimie Clarke
Dusty the cat was a dusty cat. People often stared at her and made rude comments about how dusty she was. Sawyer and his mom, Dusty’s family, loved her anyway and told her she was special. One day Dusty had a big sneeze, and her dust turned into sparkles! She left sparkly paw prints everywhere she went. But people still stared at her and made rude comments. After making a big mess of sparkles in her house one day, Dusty ran away because she thought her family would be angry with her. Finally, she came to a forest, where she heard a voice calling for help from inside a cave. What was in the cave? Will Dusty be able to help? And most of all, will she ever see her family again?
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Leaf and the Travel Bug
by A.A. Vickers
Leaf the chameleon likes her life in beautiful Cricket Cove. But sometimes she gets bored of looking at the same-old flowers and eating the same-old cabbage and fried crickets. Sometimes Leaf longs to see the world. When Leaf meets a mysterious, sparkly bug named TJ, she knows her life is about to change. Because, you see, TJ is a travel bug, and seeing the world is what travel bugs do best! Together, Leaf and TJ go on adventures and explore strange, new lands. They have dinner with a king crab, surf on koi, and hang out with a bat. They even have races on polar bear cubs! Best of all, Leaf learns how good it feels to return to Cricket Cove and sleep in her own bed. A.A. Vickers’ cheeky humour and lush illustrations celebrate wanderlust, friendship, and the open road—the same road that always leads us back home.
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Remembering
The Life of a Simple Man by John McMillan
John McMillan shares his life story with sincere honesty - every humourous and heartbreaking moment. He was raised on a small farm in southwestern Quebec, the only son of a fourth-generation farmer. His early memories include details, anecdotes, and experiences of family and farm life in the 1950s, including games, holiday activities, and social interactions associated with rural living. Entering his teenage years, his coming-of-age stories detail his awkwardness and amusing dating experiences. Deciding to forego becoming a farmer, John graduates from university with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. As an eighteen-year-old, a chance encounter changes his life forever when he meets a sixteen-year-old girl with an infectious smile, Kathryn Magnussen. Stories of their courtship and subsequent marriage illustrate his struggle to come to terms with falling in love and validating her compatibility as a potential wife, often resulting in funny or embarrassing situations. Adjusting to married life and starting a family provides a profoundly personal, often comical look into love, relationships, and fatherhood. As their family grows, their interests expand, introducing a new dynamic. Dog training, quilting, and auction attendance are hobbies that provide amusing anecdotes and lively discussions between husband and wife. As the couple plans for retirement, they embark on a series of home renovations. The first results in mayhem, reminiscent of a comedy routine, including a plumber falling through the ceiling into the dining room and a worker taking progress payments and disappearing to Europe. John describes the effects of job demotions and company reorganizations on family life, and as retirement draws near, he is confronted with the unexpected, devastating loss of his wife. His memories provide a window into his exploits and escapades as he navigates the roller coaster ride of life, from the amusing and entertaining to the more serious and deeply moving.
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From Homo Sapiens to Immortal Souls
Origin and Destiny of the Human Species by JP Duby
Embark on a journey of discovery. Delve into the foundation of our human lives and our destiny. Learn about the life that lies beyond our present sight. Set out as a series of logical questions and answers, From Homo Sapiens to Immortal Souls: Origin and Destiny of the Human Species provides a lens through which to explore our spiritual origin and the eternity that awaits us. In this grounded, conversational discussion, JP Duby helps readers to contemplate the purpose of human life, to explore their origin and destiny, and to gain a different perspective of what we call religion. In this exploration of the human self, readers pursue a better understanding of reality and even discover if God can exist in a universe of physical particles. With this new outlook, readers can better foresee their intended purpose while also marveling at the beauty of the world in which they live and experience their lives. Un-veiling the infinite nature of the human soul, “From Homo Sapiens to Immortal Souls” emerges as an essential guide for those interested in self-discovery, exploring the profound depths of their inner being, and offering understanding and solace to guide them through this life and the mysteries of the one yet to come.
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Sunset Oasis Confidential
by Geoff Moore
Sunset Oasis is the last resort. The end of the line for its baby boomer resident retirees. Doyens Tom, Estelle and Nish have discovered the illicit secret of longevity: cigarettes, alcohol, edibles and Led Zeppelin. Their hazy golden years were tolerable enough until the mysterious Artemis Grey, Keeper of the Holy Foreskin, took up residence.
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Mother
by Bryan C. Sanctuary
Harry has always known that his family is dysfunctional. From his mother’s early affair to her screaming tantrums, the psychological and emotional toll of her chaotic influence and destructive relationships has had a lasting effect on her four children. From post-WWII America through to modern times, Harry recounts what it was like growing up in such a family, and how each of his siblings deals with the trauma of their childhoods. The narrative weaves together themes of good versus evil, family dynamics, German-Jewish tensions, and Harry’s mother’s hedonistic lifestyle. Despite dark undertones, humor and fantastical elements lighten the story. As Harry’s mother confronts her past on her deathbed, revelations about her life and its impact on her children culminate in a tragic and cathartic resolution, blending humor, raw emotion, and existential reflection. A powerful novel about the complex and multifaceted aspects of human experience, Mother is perfect for readers who seek both emotional resonance and intellectual engagement. It will be of particular interest to readers looking for family sagas, historical settings, and psychological drama. Given its layered themes and opportunities for deep discussion, the book is particularly suited to book clubs and discussion groups.
