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Celebrating the vibrant community of authors, publishers, bookstores, and libraries in our province. Tag your posts with #ReadLocalBC and #BCBooks 📚 ReadLocalBC.ca
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 7h
New books to cozy up with this Fall 🍂 Part 1. Poetry and novels. Find the rest of this season’s latest releases from indie publishers below:
www.readlocalbc.ca/2025/10/08/a...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 2d
New books on the Indie BC Bestseller List, featuring a brand new Prequel from Iona Whishaw: A season for Spies by @touchwooded.bsky.social just in time for the holidays.

Read the full list: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...
BC Bestsellers - Read Local BC
For the week ending October 4, 2025 Our weekly BC Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, BC-owned publishers sold in independent BC bookstores. Print The List Go to full post ...read…
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 3d
For World Teachers' Day, we rounded up stories that embody the educational and inspirational spirit of the work educators do to promote literacy, nurture curiosity and shape the future leaders (and readers) of the world. 🍎 ✏️ 📚
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 7d
We’re still aglow from another successful launch of our Poetry in Transit program 🎉

This event would not possible without our sponsors, and we especially want to thank Creative BC for supporting this year’s Poetry in Transit Launch!
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 7d
In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’ve rounded up a few stories that reflect the diverse experiences of Indigenous identity, language, teachings, and cultural traditions. Learn more about these books on our website.

#ReadIndigenous
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Indigenous Stories to Read for Truth and Reconciliation
On this important day of learning and healing, these stories reflect the diverse experiences of Indigenous identity and cultural traditions.
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 9d
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 9d
Your Indie BC Bestseller list is here and features 7 Indigenous titles. Have your pick of an Indigenous author to read on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

See the list:
www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...
BC Bestsellers - Read Local BC
For the week ending September 27, 2025 Our weekly BC Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, BC-owned publishers sold in independent BC bookstores. Print The List Go to full post ...read...
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All Lit Up @alllitupcanada.bsky.social · 9d
On the eve of Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, we recommend five books to read and reflect on from @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, @ecwpress.bsky.social, @gooselane.bsky.social, @talonbooks.bsky.social, and @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social. Browse our full list here: alllitup.ca/book-list/re...
A collage graphic with the text "Reads for Truth and Reconciliation Day, September 30. + 50 more essential reads on All Lit Up.ca." The graphic features the covers of Beaver Hills Forever, Reconciling, Bad Indians Book Club, White Noise, and I Would Like to Say Thank You.
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The Association of Book Publishers of BC @booksbc.bsky.social · 15d
(1/5) The West Coast Book Prize Society announced the winners of the 41st @bcyukonbookprizes.bsky.social. 🏆 Congratulations to our members, @talonbooks.bsky.social, @heritagehouse.bsky.social, @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, and @figure1publishing.bsky.social!

More details below and at buff.ly/ZxafZpf
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Christina Shah @christinashah.bsky.social · 16d
TONIGHT!! Join Isabella Wang, @isabellawangbc.bsky.social and me for the launch of 'November, November', and 'if: prey, then: huntress!' Hosted by Natalie Lim. 7 pm, Massy Books. 229 E. Georgia St. @massybooks.bsky.social

Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/huntress-i...

#poetry #booklaunch
Green book launch poster featuring authors Isabella Wang, Christina Shah and Natalie Lim.
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Heritage House Publishing @heritagehouse.bsky.social · 16d
We are so excited to see that A Haida Wedding has won the Roderick Haig-Brown Regional Prize! Congrats to Terri-Lynn Williams, Robert Davidson, and all the BC and Yukon Book Prize 2025 winners!
#HaidaHistory #CanadianBooks #CanadianBookAward
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T.L. Tomljanovic @tomljanovic.bsky.social · 18d
I wast at @wordvancouver.bsky.social today. I didn’t know we have poems on buses! Discovered some incredible local poets and authors. @readlocalbc.bsky.social
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Rob Taylor @roblucastaylor.bsky.social · 17d
Congratulations to Leanne Dunic on winning the Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize (@bcyukonbookprizes.bsky.social) for her book "Wet."

You can read my interview with Leanne about the book over at @readlocalbc.bsky.social:
Amphibious Poetics: An Interview with Leanne Dunic
Poets Leanne Dunic and Rob Taylor talk about genre-crossing art, mask wearing, and desire and restraint.
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 16d
Your indie BC Bestseller list is here, featuring many new titles hot off the press, from the first big fall release 🔥 📖

Be first to check out what's best right now:
www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 19d
↪Swipe to find out how place impacts these Poets’ work

Join us tomorrow from 2-3:30 PM @wordvancouver.bsky.social in Robson Square to hear readings from our featured poets! followed by discussion and Q&A.

Read the full interviews here:
www.readlocalbc.ca/2025/09/17/p...
Poetry on the Bus: Spot These 10 BC Poets on Your Next Ride
Celebrating 29 years of Poetry in Transit with a conversation with this year's selected BC poets.
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BC Libraries Co-op @bc.libraries.coop · 20d
In June 2025 we launched the Read Local BC eBookshelf, in partnership with the Association of Book Publishers of BC.

NNELS now offers accessible versions of Read Local BC titles:
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Read Local BC | National Network for Equitable Library Service (NNELS)
Books BC, in partnership with the BC Libraries Cooperative, has launched the Read Local BC eBookshelf — a collection of books published right here in British Columbia that bring local stories to life....
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 21d
Join us THIS SATURDAY from 2-3:30 PM at @wordvancouver.bsky.social for readings from this year's Poets! Hosted by Vancouver's poet laureate @eleekg.bsky.social and followed by discussion and Q&A.

#ReadLocalBC #WordVancouver #PoetryInTransit
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Word Vancouver @wordvancouver.bsky.social · Aug 17
We’re back! 📚✨

It’s been over 30 years since “Word on the Street” (IYKYK) + we’re thrilled to have been able to foster the joy of the written word and inspire creativity for the last three decades.

The entire event is FREE and has something for everyone (truly!).

More Info: www.wordvancouver.ca
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 23d
New and No.1 this week's BC indie Bestseller list:
Decolonization and Me by Phyllis Webstad and Kristy McLeod @medicinewheelpub.bsky.social
Full list:
www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...
Decolonization and me, ring of tee shirts that are grey with two that are orange.
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 28d
It takes just one voice to make all the difference. These 8 stories on trailblazer's who left their mark on the province—and proved the power of action—will inspire you!
8 Books on BC's Trailblazers and Future Changemakers
Powerful, inspirational, and thought-provoking stories about BC’s boldest changemakers, the people who helped shape the province.
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 28d
Autumn is approaching, and with it came our September edition, Fall into a New Series 💌

We write a monthly newsletter highlighting local literary events, achievements, launches, and must read book lists

Sign up below to stay up to date on your local bookish news
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Read local bc monthly newsletter: As daylight slips away a little earlier and the breeze grows a little colder, we can feel Autumn approaching. With the change of seasons comes time for us to reflect and prepare our favourite remedies: hot teas and coffee on hand, wool socks and slippers and sweatpants at the front of our wardrobe, and homes filled with heavy blankets, curated book stacks, and warm light from a myriad of lamps, candles, and fireplaces. My favourite part of the beginning of fall has always been buying new stationary, soft leathery notebooks, and inky pens, and perusing local book stores for new stories to fall into. We have curated book lists with some of the best that BC has to offer, so you can do just that. Pick up a copy at your nearest local indie bookstore!This September is filled with literary festivals and readings that we’ve highlighted for you, so you can find a writing retreat that enlivens your practice, and attend readings that encapsulate you. Lastly, it wouldn’t be September without our annual Poetry in Transit launch! Read on to find out who made the cut. As always, #ReadLocalBC!
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · 29d
Don't miss the bus! Join us on Saturday September 20, 2-3:30 PM at @wordvancouver.bsky.social for readings from this year's poetry in Transit authors

✨ Hosted by Vancouver's Poet Laureate Elee Kraljii Gardiner
✨ More info at poetryintransit.ca

#PoetryInTransit #WordVancouver #ReadLocalBC
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Orca Book Publishers @orcabook.bsky.social · Sep 8
Looking for new picture books to use in the classroom? We’ve got a stellar fall lineup!

From fun and silly to comforting and empowering, there are strong curriculum connections for your classroom—and there’s something for every reader.

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New picture books coming this fall! 🍂
Email from Plus a first look at our new school collections Can't view images? Open this email in your web browser. Art by Brady Sato from Maya Inside. We’ve got a stellar lineup of picture books comin
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The Association of Book Publishers of BC @booksbc.bsky.social · Sep 4
In honor of Official Languages Day, Canadian Heritage is launching "I support Canadian books!” 🍁

On September 11, support Canadian books and local culture by sharing a photo of the book you have chosen on your social media with #CanadianBook and #OLDay.

More details here: buff.ly/uwV1m7A
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Read Local BC @readlocalbc.bsky.social · Sep 8
This week's BC Indie Bestseller list just dropped. Find your new page gripping autumn read that's verifiably one of the best 🍂

No.2 The Cost of a Hostage by Iona Whishaw @touchwooded.bsky.social

See the full list:
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BC Bestsellers - Read Local BC
For the week ending September 6, 2025 Our weekly BC Bestseller list highlights the titles of independent, BC-owned publishers sold in independent BC bookstores. Print The List Go to full post ...read…
www.readlocalbc.ca