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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 1h

Indeed!

Bookshop.org @bookshop.org · 2h

Jeff Bezos might have built a spaceship, but indie bookstores build and nurture whole communities and that is *way* more impressive and valuable.

Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 3d

Please join me for the launch of Shoebox!

Sunday, Oct. 19, 2-4 at the Dartmouth Alderney Library

The incredible @janicelandry.bsky.social will lead a conversation; @kingsbookstore.bsky.social
will sell be there with copies for sale.

Please share for all your book-loving friends!
Thank-you

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 6d

Honoured for Shoebox to be included in such esteemed company!

@49thshelf.bsky.social

49thshelf.com/Blog/2025/07...

Most Anticipated: Our 2025 Fall Fiction Preview · Blog Post · 49th Shelf

All the fiction you'll be falling in love with in the second half of 2025. 

49thshelf.com

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 6d

Thrilled to be part of Booktoberfest 2025! I hosted the inaugural Booktoberfest, and I'm delighted to return.
Join me and more than 60 Nova Scotia authors.

Halifax Central Library, Spring Garden Road.

Thank-you @writersfedofns.bsky.social !

Saturday, Oct 11, 11 am - 3 pm!

Books in October!

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 7d

A Quilting of Scars by Lucy E.M. Black is set in idyllic Ontario farm country, but belies the impact of guilt-wrapped secrets that constrict and consume Larkin Beattie. Black layers scars – physical and metaphorical – and weaves a story where we are intimate witnesses to Larkin’s life. Recommend!

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · 10d

You need (and the world needs) Every Little Thing by @janicelandry.bsky.social. Following her diagnosis of Lyme disease, award-winning journalist Landry celebrates small acts of kindness. Her book shows how connections, 'little things,' and helpers abound and improve our mental health. Recommend!

cover of the book Every Little Thing by Janice Landry.

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Charlie Angus @charlieangus104.bsky.social · Sep 6

I had the honour to serve in Parliament with Ken Dryden.
He loved this country.
He was a brilliant writer and one of the great hockey legends.
Thank you for your service Ken.
Canada is a better place because of you.
You are with the angels.

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Bill Madden @maddenifico.bsky.social · Aug 31

A Trump eulogy for the ages. 🎯🎯🎯👇

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hfxgirl @hfxgirl.bsky.social · Aug 13

I'd rather have a water bomber than a police tank.

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · Aug 9

Shoebox will be out in September! www.seanpaulbedell.ca. A dedicated paramedic faces the aftermath of a fatal collision that darkens his once-passionate commitment to save lives. Plagued by guilt and grief, his job, family, and life are at risk while he navigates personal and professional trauma.

Book cover for Shoebox. A bee, a bullet and photos of an ambulance, a basinette, a lighthouse and boat are in the box.

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Carol Bruneau🇨🇦 @cbruneau83.bsky.social · Jul 25

Scotland, we love you. #ElbowsUp from New Scotland 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

👣COCA👣 🇺🇦 @nortygirl.bsky.social · Jul 25

Scotland is ready 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · Jul 22

Yep, but not with public transit... because it doesn't exist throughout

Halifax ReTales @halifaxretales.bsky.social · Jul 22

DYK that HRM is 3 hours away from HRM

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Alix Rickloff @alixrickloff.bsky.social · Jun 23

About sums it up.

#booksky #amwriting #authorlife #buttinchairhandsonkeyboard

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Richard Levangie @richardlevangie.bsky.social · Jun 21

I added @ianrobertross.com to my Canadian #Authors & Writers starter pack. Help me find other Canadian authors!

#TrueNorth
#BuyCanadian
#BookSky

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Janice Landry @janicelandry.bsky.social · Jun 18

Every Little Thing is making headlines in the Pottersfield Press spring newsletter! Thank you to my wonderful publisher for the team’s unwavering support over many years. Beyond grateful. ❤️

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Janice Landry @janicelandry.bsky.social · Jun 8

Launch scenes. This spontaneously turned into a talking circle and I could not be happier. Thank you everyone! What a beautiful morning. Jane. Thanks for hosting. Joe. Thanks for the Open Book venue.
nimbus.ca/store/every-little-thing-how-small-acts-of-kindness-make-a-big-impact.html

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Solaris Books @solarisbooks.bsky.social · Jun 6

We've hit 7K followers, so how about a book bundle giveaway to celebrate?!

Open to US, CAN, UK & IE. Follow, like & repost to enter! Closes 9th June.

Feat: @natania.bsky.social @aptshadow.bsky.social‬ @emmanewman.bsky.social‬ @premeemohamed.com‬ & more!

Inc. an early ARC of THE DOOR ON THE SEA!

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Tim Houston - Premier of Nova Scotia Parody @dimhouston.bsky.social · Jun 5

People want us to bring NS Power back under control of the province. I’m not opposed. We can do the following just as good as anyone:

✅ Incompetence
✅ Secrecy
✅ Red tape
✅ Allowing data breaches
✅ Unaccountability
✅ Tax the arse off ya

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · Jun 5

Looking forward to reading this!

Chris Offutt @chris-offutt.bsky.social · Jun 5

Short interview about the new book, social media, and loneliness.

youtu.be/28fxrxDrYn4?...

EP 186 Chris Offitt TJHE RELUCTANT SHERIFF

YouTube video by Out With Dan - Host Dan White

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Chris Offutt @chris-offutt.bsky.social · Jun 5

Short interview about the new book, social media, and loneliness.

youtu.be/28fxrxDrYn4?...

EP 186 Chris Offitt TJHE RELUCTANT SHERIFF

YouTube video by Out With Dan - Host Dan White

youtu.be

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · May 27

A marvelous statement of sovereignty! Elbows Up!

Carol Bruneau🇨🇦 @cbruneau83.bsky.social · May 27

Watching the pomp & circumstance in Ottawa, waiting for the King’s throne speech. It’s all a fabulous FU to the orange felon and his kind. Vive le Canada ! #TrueNorthStrong&Free #ElbowsUp🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦

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Janice Landry @janicelandry.bsky.social · May 21

BOOK LAUNCH

All welcome to this free book event where my very witty author friend Jane Doucet will lob questions at me live and we will drink caffeine and laugh and generally appreciate the fact we can all be together and have a minute to ourselves. My public book event happens Sunday, June 8. 👏❤️💃

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Richard Levangie @richardlevangie.bsky.social · May 19

Added @gloriablizzard.bsky.social to the Canadian #Authors & Writers Starter Pack! You should follow her!

#TrueNorth
#BookSky

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Janice Landry @janicelandry.bsky.social · May 20

Dartmouth duo coming up soon! Can’t wait.👏

@pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

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Sean Paul Bedell @seanpaulbedell.bsky.social · May 9

So sorry to hear this Russell. Take good care.