The Book Nook
Bradbury’s novel was first published in 1953, but its themes are prescient and resonate even more in today’s society. Director Ramin Bahrani had always been a fan of the prophetic novel, but said that “two years ago, as I looked at the world around me, it seemed like the ideal time to do a modern […]
The Novel Cure
Whatever ails you, from the psychological to the physical, spiritual and beyond, sometimes the best cure can come in the form of a book. While self-help books have become popular in recent decades, people have been using literature as a cure-all for centuries. Bibliotherapy involves the reading of specific texts with the purpose of healing, […]
April is National Poetry Month
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Canada celebrating National Poetry Month in April. Established in 1998 by the League of Canadian Poets, National Poetry Month brings together schools, libraries, publishers, and poets from around the country to celebrate poetry and its vital place in Canadian culture. It’s a great time to discover a new […]
The Art of Downsizing with Peter Walsh
With the rising temperatures and sense of renewal, spring is the quintessential time for cleaning and brightening up our homes from our winter hibernation. While a thorough cleaning is always beneficial, one of the most important things you can do to improve the ambiance, organization, and comfort of your home is downsizing your possessions. Peter […]
Medical Thrillers by Local Author Melissa Yi
The best person to write convincing, accurate, and exhilarating medical thriller novels is someone who knows the medical world inside-out and can weave this knowledge and experience into a fast-paced narrative. As an emergency physician with an active practice, Melissa Yuan-Innes (pen name Melissa Yi) encounters the strange and the macabre in her daily work […]
