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These books are fresh off the press! If you’re on the lookout for some new reads from local BC publishers, take a peek at these great finds in memoir, poetry, nonfiction and YA from @arsenalpulp, @greystonebooks and more! Which new releases are you looking forward to? #BCBooks

Make bedtime more adventurous with “Runaway Blanket” from @orcabook! Nighttime is here, and Mama says it's time for bed, but the child insists their blanket has run away, scrambling down the stairs. This fun, imaginative storybook is the perfect read for young readers.

From the talented Isabella Wang comes her second poetry collection, “November, November,” written as an ode to those who are no longer with us. This books is written through an interconnected series of reflections on grief and illness. Out September 23 from @nightwooded!

Enjoy a peek into poet Pamela Porter's mystical worldview in her conversation with @roblucastaylor. 📚 The author of Between the Bell Struck and the Silence talks about death as transition not end, birding, and writing as an act of faith. @caitlinpress buff.ly/mPUXtgY

From engaging nature reads to evocative poetry, this season is bursting with exciting new arrivals! Browse this selection of new and upcoming releases and discover your next literary adventure from @rmbooks, @talonbooks and more. #ReadLocalBC #BCBooks #SpringNewReleases

Today is World Book Day! Here's yet another reminder of the importance of reading and publishing diverse stories. To celebrate, we've assembled a list of books for both kids and adults with both local and global focuses. buff.ly/VX4Uq95 @CaitlinPress @Talonbooks

This short story collection, “Always Brave, Sometimes Kind,” is a #FoundGem that captures the diverse and complicated networks of people set in the cities, reserves, and rural reaches of Alberta from different perspectives across decades. Available now from @touchwooded!

Pauline Le Bel writes about death and aging, specifically as a woman, with the grace and nuance of someone who recognizes the power getting older can bring. Check out this refreshing interview about aging, poetry and music: buff.ly/NLn2ftx @caitlinpress @roblucastayor

Warmer days are ahead and that means more time to read outside in the sun with the sounds of nature! 🌺☀️ Want a guaranteed favourite read? This season, consider supporting a local publisher. Let us know what books you’ll be picking up this Spring! #ReadLocalBC #BCBooks

Huge thanks to @BooksBC_ for organizing such an amazing celebration of #BCBookDay at the @BCLegislature Let’s keep the love going—support BC authors, buy from local bookstores, and most of all, #ReadLocalBC. There’s so much homegrown brilliance waiting to be discovered

Today is #BCBookDay, and #BCLeg is celebrating authors, publishers, libraries and all things BC literature! #BCpoli

Whether you're into thrilling adventures or fascinating history, there’s something out there just waiting for you. To make things easier, we’ve put together a list of book recommendations based on titles from @rmbooks, @caitlinpress and more in our latest blog post.

Today is BC Book Day! BC has a vibrant, bustling book publishing industry— and it may be closer to home than you think! Post about your favourite BC book, author, publisher, bookstore or library and tag us to make some noise for our local, independent book scene!

Poets Estlin McPhee and @roblucastaylor join forces for a vulnerable conversation about identity and transformation, and the people who help you along the way and make you who you are. Read the full conversation : buff.ly/OOocwRC

Tomorrow, April 15, is BC Book Day! How will you spend the day? Make your plans now, then make sure to share them with us tomorrow by tagging us and using the hashtag #BCBookDay. Learn more about how to celebrate: buff.ly/GRNUf6z

There are so many great BC books for the young bookworms in your life. Give them options that will not only offer exciting adventure and thought-provoking themes, but will also inspire a love for reading! #ReadLocalBC @orcabook @rmbooks

We hope you'll join us on April 15 in recommitting to supporting the local authors, publishers, bookstores and more that keep our literary scene thriving. buff.ly/TnAztsl #BCBookDay #ReadLocalBC #ShopLocal #SupportCanadian

Looking to diversify your TBR? These nonfiction reads will broaden your perspectives and teach you something new about the people, places and atmosphere that make BC such a fascinating region. #ReadLocalBC @orcabook @harbour_publish @rmbooks

CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS! Now accepting submissions to the Poetry in Transit 2025/26 program. See your poem in the ad space inside the bus! Submission deadline: Sunday, April 13, 11:59 pm PT Find the full details: buff.ly/OA0PIwp