canadian lit
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Children’s and YA Canadian Reads
As Canada Day draws to a close, I thought I would talk a bit about my favourite Canadian reads and authors. Now, my list could go on forever, so I will narrow it down to twelve picks in children’s and teen. (I may cull together a more complete Canadian fiction authors list soon!). In no Read more
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Review: Summer Days, Starry Nights by Vikki VanSickle
Review: Summer Days, Starry Nights by Vikki VanSickle Source: Paperback, Published June 1, 2013 by Scholastic Canada Verdict: Excellent Book Description: A famous rock star, a family secret and a boy with a great smile make for one unforgettable summer. It’s 1962, and thirteen-year-old Reenie Starr comes alive the minute guests begin to arrive at Read more
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Review: Jewel of the Thames by Angela Misri
Review: Jewel of the Thames (Portia Adams Adventure #1) by Angela Misri, illus. Sydney Smith Source: ebook, Published March 25, 2014 by Fierce Ink Press Co-op Ltd Verdict: Good/Very Good Book Description: There’s a new detective at 221 Baker Street Set against the background of 1930s England, Jewel of the Thames introduces Portia Adams, a Read more
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