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athabasca university press ▸ www.aupress.cabanff centre press ▸ www.banffcentre.ca/presscci press ▸ www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/cci/edge science fiction & fantasy publishing ▸ www.edgewebsite.comfolklore publishing ▸ www.folklorepublishing.comfreehand books ▸ www.freehand-books.comfrontenac house ▸ www.frontenachouse.comgrass roots press ▸ www.grassrootsbooks.net/calone pine publishing ▸ www.lonepinepublishing.comnewest press ▸ www.newestpress.comrmb (rocky mountain books) ▸ www.rmbooks.comthe university of alberta press ▸ www.uap.ualberta.cauniversity of calgary press ▸ www.ucalgary.ca/ucpress

21, 562 pages of literature from publishers across 

Alberta:

Book Publishers Association of Albertawww.bookpublishers.ab.ca

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1 All Roads Lead to Manyberriesron woodCarrying on the great tradition of Leacock, with sharp wit, bold characterization and a keen eye for observing what is important – and funny – to Canadians, Ron Wood once again caricatures the political leadership and the small town foibles of this country. frontenac house

2 And Me Among Themkristen den hartogAnd Me Among Them tells the story of Ruth, a young giantess, as she both confronts the symptoms of her rapid growth and struggles to connect with other children in small-town, postwar Canada. freehand books

3 Arrhythmia alice zornSet against the busy urban mosaic of Montreal at the turn of the millennium, Arrhythmia is a tale of infidelity, secrets, and betrayal within a downtown hospital: the large betrayals we commit against our loved ones, and the smaller ones we commit against ourselves. newest press

4 A Description of the Blazing Worldmichael murphyA Description of the Blazing World interlaces two narratives – a reclusive man descends into madness, a teenage boy roams the streets of Toronto during the 2003 blackout – in a novel about the city in the new millennium. freehand books

5 In From the Colddeborah ellisRose and her daughter Hazel are on the run in a big city. During the day, Rose and Hazel live in a shack hidden in the bushes. At night, they look for food in garbage bins. grass roots press

6 The Picture of Nobodyrabindranath maharajTommy and his family are Ismaili Muslims who immigrated to Canada before he was born. Tommy feels like an outsider. The arrest of a terrorist group in Toronto turns Tommy’s world upside down. grass roots press

7 Santa Rosa wendy mcgrathIn the new novel from Edmonton’s Wendy McGrath, the young narrator of Santa Rosa seeks to understand the disintegration of her parent’s marriage – a process echoed by the disintegration of their neighbourhood. newest press

8 Shipwreckmaureen jenningsOn a cold morning in 1873 a crowd gathers on the shore of a Nova Scotia fishing village. A stormy sea has thrown a ship onto the rocks, bringing with it a mystery. grass roots press

9 Not Anyone’s Anythingian williamsNot Anyone’s Anything is a trio of trios: three sets of three stories, with three of those stories further divided into thirds. Mathematical, musical and meticulously crafted, these stories play with form and draw attention to the anxieties of adolescence. freehand books

1� Rudy Wiebe: Collected Stories, 1955 – 2010rudy wiebeFor more than 50 years, Wiebe has been defining and refining prairie literature. This collection of 50 short stories, including four previ-ously unpublished, is a must-have for aficionados of great fiction. Includes an introduction by Thomas Wharton. university of alberta press

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art&architecture 1 An Adventurous Woman Abroad: The Selected Lantern Slides of Mary T.S. Schäffermichale langMary Schäffer was an international traveller, exploring, surveying and photographing not only the backcountry of Canada’s Rocky Mountains but also Japan and Formosa (now Taiwan). These never before pub-lished images offer us a glimpse into this amazing person’s life. rmb (rocky mountain books)

2 The Art of John Snowelizabeth herbertA well-written and long-overdue illustrated study of a vital and influential figure in the cultural development of Calgary and a pioneer in the art of printmaking in Canada. university of calgary press

3 Full Spectrum: The Architecture of Jeremy Sturgessgeoffrey simmins, ed. Strikingly illustrated with architectural line drawings and presented in a boxed set of nine portfolios, Full Spectrum reflects award-winning Canadian Architect Jeremy Sturgess’s affinity for vivid colours and offers a unique look at his remarkable creative odyssey. university of calgary press

4 Always an Adventure: A Memoirhugh a. dempseyHugh Dempsey has participated in the development of many key Alberta institutions, including the Indian Association of Alberta, the Historical Society of Alberta, and the Glenbow Museum. Filled with lively anecdotes, this memoir is essential for anyone interested in western culture and First Nations history. university of calgary press

5 Champagne and Meatballs: Adventures of a Canadian Communistbert why te, edited by larry hannantCanadian Communist Bert Whyte was a journalist, an underground party organizer, and soldier during World War II. Brash, irreverent, informative, and entertaining, Whyte’s tale is history and biography accompanied by a wink of his eye – the left one, of course. athabasca university press

6 Love in a Handful of Dustkirk ramdathKirk’s journey from Trinidadian boy to Canadian man and poet is one unique love poem to the women in his life and the nation that gave him the freedom to say and do things his mother wouldn’t have imagined. frontenac house

7 Prodigal Daughter: A Journey to Byzantiummyrna kostashA deep-seated questioning of her religion resurfaces when Kostash finds an icon of St. Demetrius of Thessalonica. She tracks her quest from Edmonton through the Balkans, plunging into a renewed vision of Byzantium in this epic work of travel memoir. university of alberta press

8 Roy & Me: This Is Not A Memoir maurice yacowarMaurice Yacowar challenges genre and form in Roy & Me, a cross between memoir and fiction, truth and distortion. It is the exploration of Yacowar’s relationship with Roy Farran – soldier, politician, author, mentor – and his conflict with Farran’s anti-Semitic past. athabasca university press

9 Sky Humoursid martyOriginally published in 1999 by Black Moss Press, Sky Humour is now available in a revised edition with a new cover. Once a park warden, Sid Marty spent hours patrolling the mountains, composing many of his poems in the saddle, far from home. frontenac house

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1 Apostrophes VII: Sleep, You, a Treee.d. blodgettE.D. Blodgett extends his lyrical meditations to the limits of human knowing in his latest collection. Via sumptuous imagery commanded by musical lines and understanding language, Blodgett invites readers to partake in the greatest marvels accessible to us, every day. university of alberta press

2 Forgetting the Holocaustron charachRon Charach’s poems in his 10th book reflect on a life of accomplish-ment – sometimes with broad comedy, always with great confessional power – on what it means to be a good Jew, a good therapist, a good son and, dare to say it, a good man. frontenac house

3 Gangson andy weaverGangson is about violence that writes and rewrites history. In this new collection of poems, Andy Weaver examines how aggression and manipulation are as equally responsible as politics and language for how societies come to be defined. newest press

4 Kat Among the Tigerskath macleanExemplar of the Moderns, Katherine Mansfield is reanimated by post-modern diva Kath MacLean in a tantric work of literary ventriloquism. A must for fans of Mansfield, MacLean or simply poetry that refuses to back down. university of alberta press

5 Memory’s Daughteralice majorA collection of poems that is both elegy and celebration, this is Major’s homage to her parents, in which she explores the transfor-mations wrought by history, biology, and the alchemy of love. university of alberta press

6 Narcissus Unfoldingjim nason“Poems of presence in a troubling world, engagement with others, a special brilliance in capturing nature in the city and in the country, and the unsparing focus of an accomplished poet.” – Maureen Hynes frontenac house

7 Prahae.d. blodgett with Czech translations by Marzia PatonPrompted by renowned poet E.D. Blodgett’s deep love for Prague, and complemented by the eloquent paintings of Czech artist Robert Kessner, Praha is a poetic homage to the legendary city’s vital spirit. athabasca university press

8 The Rider with Good Handssid martyA themed selection of Sid Marty’s horseback verses taken from Headwaters, Nobody Danced with Miss Rodeo and Sky Humour, plus several original pieces written especially for this book. frontenac house

9 Too Bad: Sketches Toward a Self-Portraitrobert kroetschOscillating between the many moods of a human heart that has lived through so much – from whimsy and scorn, through longing, love, lust, and serenity – these sketches mark a candid walk through the tortuous corridor of the poet’s remembering. university of alberta press

1� Yes.rosemary griebelThis collection looks at the transformative power of words through love and loss, an affirmation of the importance of curiosity, passion and vision. It is both an answer and declaration: Yes. frontenac house

1� Zeus and the Giant Iced Tealeopold mcginnisExploring the frenetic lives of Mexican cowboys, robots, sultans, Greek gods, and convenience store clerks, Zeus and the Giant Iced Tea shatters preconceived notions of poetry, offering instead a more accessible strain of literary free-flow. athabasca university press

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1 Alberta’s Oil Patch: The People, Politics & Companiestimothy lericheFrom the pioneering days of the province’s oil industry at Turner Valley to the evolution of the massive oilsands extraction system at the Athabasca tarsands, business reporter Tim LeRiche writes an entertaining look back at Alberta’s oil exploration legacy. folklore publishing

2 Bush Pilots: Canada’s Wilderness Daredevilspeter boerIn this Canadian bestseller, Peter Boer looks at famous Canadian bush pilots, many of them former wartime fighter pilots. These brave young men and women took to the skies to bring food, medicines, and mail to isolated Canadian communities. folklore publishing

3 Disasters of Western Canada: Courage Amidst the Chaostony hollihanThe history of western Canada has had its share of disasters, both natural and man-made. The devastation, loss of life and courage in the face of adversity make for powerful and poignant stories that are well told in this collection by bestselling author Tony Hollihan. folklore publishing

4 Old Indian Trails of the Canadian Rockiesmary t.s. schäfferThe year 2011 marks the 100th anniversary of the publication of Old Indian Trails of the Canadian Rockies, one of the best selling books ever published on the mountains of Western Canada. Limited Edition. rmb (rocky mountain books)

5 Romancing the Revolution: The Myth of Soviet Democracy and the British Leftian bullockFocusing on the period after the 1917 Russian Revolution, Ian Bullock examines the impact of the “myth” of Soviet democracy: the belief that Russia was embarking on an experiment in a form of popular govern-ment more genuine than the most advanced parliamentary systems. athabasca university press

6 Roundtrip: The Inuit Crew of the Jean Revillon michelle daveluyIn 1925, an Inuit crew from the central Arctic manned the Jean Revillon from Baker Lake to Shelburne, ns for much needed repair. Roundtrip relates their journey and documents early relationships between Inuit and Nova Scotians. cci press (canadian circumpolar institute)

7 Strange Days: Amazing Stories From Canada’s Wildest Decade ted fergusonStrange Days revisits dozens of stories that could only have happened in the 1920s – tales of serial killers, athletes, con men, and much more – all of them too amazing to believe and too entertaining to forget. newest press

8 Will the Real Alberta Please Stand Up?geo takachFascinated and frustrated by his Albertan home, Geo Takach seeks to answer this incendiary question. Kaleidoscopic interviews and observations reveal the complexity of a grandly mythologized and misunderstood province. Join Geo and a cast of citizens and celebs. university of alberta press

9 Bad Medicine: A Judge’s Struggle for Justice in a First Nations Communityjohn reillyAt a time when government is proposing new “tough on crime” legis-lation, Judge Reilly provides an enlightening and timely perspective, showing us why jail time is not a cure-all answer. rmb (rocky mountain books)

1� Planning Co-Existence: Aboriginal Issues in Forest and Land Use Planning marc g. stevenson + david c. natcher, eds.This volume explores forestry and land use planning in Canada, what may be required for the Crown’s legal and fiduciary obligations in these processes, and issues of importance to Aboriginal peoples that must be addressed in current and future plans. cci press (canadian circumpolar institute)

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1 Looking Back: Canadian Women’s Prairie Memoirs and Intersections of Culture, History and Identitys. leigh matthewsA groundbreaking new study demonstrating how a critical approach to the life-writing of individual prairie women can deepen our under-standing of the settlement era and close the gap between stereotypes and the lived experiences of rural prairie women. university of calgary press

2 Recollecting: Lives of Aboriginal Women of the Canadian Northwest and Borderlandssarah carter + patricia a. mccormackRecollecting is a rich collection of essays that illuminates the lives of late-eighteenth-century to mid-twentieth-century Aboriginal women who have been overlooked in sweeping narratives of the history of the West. athabasca university press

3 Beyond Words: Translating the Worldsusan ouriou, ed.A collection of twenty-two essays by literary translators working in seven languages and a variety of genres, who translate contemporary and classic works. Their ruminations on the process of moving between languages make fascinating reading for lovers of literature. banff centre press

4 Evenki Economy in the Central Siberian Taiga at the Turn of the 20th Century: Principals of Land Usemikhail g. turov; English ed. by a. weber + ksenia maryniakThis volume describes the economic principals that characterize the dynamics and main form of interaction between Evenki (Siberian) hunting groups and the environment, and ultimately identifies sub-sistence strategies employed within inhabited territories. cci press (canadian circumpolar institute)

5 How to Make Love in a Canoe: Sex in Canada jeff pearceFace it, Canada, we’re sexy! When it comes to sex in the Great White North, we’ve definitely mastered the art of staying warm. Join Jeff Pearce as he takes an irreverent romp through Canada’s little-known sexual history and peeks into the bedrooms of the nation. folklore publishing

6 Latin American Cinemas: Local Views and Transnational Connectionsnayibe bermudez-barrios, ed.During the past 20 years film critics and scholars have been hailing the onset of a new era in Latin American cinema. This signals a re newed cinematic vision connected more closely to everyday experience and social and cultural concerns. university of calgary press

7 Migration in the Circumpolar North: Issues and Contextslee huskey + chris southcott, eds.This volume provides an overview of the causes and consequences of migration behaviour in the eight Arctic countries (Canada, Russia, Fin-land, Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Greenland and the us) and discusses policy issues that arise from the recent northern migration experience. cci press (canadian circumpolar institute)

8 Re-Inventing African Chieftaincy in the Age of AIDS, Gender, Governance, and Developmentdonald i. ray, tim quinlan, keshav sharma, tacita clarke, eds.In Africa, chieftaincy is “re-inventing” itself. Contributors offer insight into the transformation of chieftaincy from the end of the colonial and apartheid periods to the present, and examine the realities of male and female traditional leaders as they recreate their legitimacy and political offices in an age of great unrest. university of calgary press

9 Violence in Argentine Literature and Film, 1989–2005elizabeth montes garces + carolina rocha, eds.This collection explores the political, social, and economic reasons that violence is a prevalent topic in contemporary Argentine film and literature. university of calgary press

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1 13 Ways to Kill Your Communitydoug griffiths + kelly clemmerWant to kill your community? mla Doug Griffiths and journalist Kelly Clemmer, both seasoned community activists, will put you on the fast track. Shop elsewhere. Live in the past. Don’t engage youth. It’s easy – right? So . . . turn it around, won’t you? frontenac house

2 Canada vs United States: How Canada is So Much Better than Americajeff pearceProvocative and insightful, Canada vs. United States demonstrates how Canada holds its own and even outperforms the us in such areas as the economy, arts, quality of life, banking, law enforcement and even sex (ahem, especially sex). Jeff Pearce’s book is a humungous, hilarious, and controversial wave of the Maple Leaf and reveals that Canadian nationalism is in the end . . . fun. folklore publishing

3 Canadian Security Intelligence Service peter boerThe Canadian Security Intelligence Service (csis) was created to safe-guard Canada’s national security, but controversy and scandal have made the headlines, perhaps more often than the agency’s successes. The book examines how csis contributes to our national identity and security, for better and for worse. folklore publishing

4 Decentring Work: Critical Perspectives on Leisure, Social Policy, and Human Developmentheather mair, susan m. arai, donald g. reid, eds.Contributors advocate a repositioning of leisure within social policy in this provocative collection examining the relative contributions of leisure and work to the well-being of individuals and society. university of calgary press

5 Emerging Technologies in Distance Educationgeorge veletsianosA one-stop knowledge resource, Emerging Technologies in Distance Education showcases the international work of research scholars and innovative distance education practitioners who use emerging interactive technologies for teaching and learning at a distance. athabasca university press

6 Grey Matters: A Guide to Collaborative Research with Seniors nancy marlett + claudia emesMany older adults are life-long learners and expect to have a say in research that impacts them. Grey Matters is the first practical guide to the process of empowering seniors to become full research collaborators. university of calgary press

7 Easy Money gail vaz-oxladeGail knows you work hard for your money, so in her usual honest and practical style she will show you how to make your money work for you. Follow Gail’s plan and take control of your money. grass roots press

8 The Hangmanlouise pennyOn a cold November morning, a jogger runs through the woods in the peaceful Quebec village of Three Pines. On his run, he finds a dead man hanging from a tree. grass roots press

9 The Stalkergail anderson-dargatzMike and the others set off on their trip, but the stalker secretly follows them. The Stalker will keep you guessing until the end. grass roots press

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fantasy& thriller

1 Alberta Fireside Ghost Storiesbarbara smithBarbara Smith is back, this time with a collection of fictional ghostly tales set in Alberta locations. Read aloud, or read alone . . . if you dare! lone pine publishing

2 Avim’s Oathlynda williamsLove and titles are lost and won as two brothers struggle to attain power, recognition, and acceptance in a world filled with treachery. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

3 Chilling Tales: Evil Did I Dwell; Lewd I Did Livemichael kelly, ed.A new anthology series which features works by Canada’s finest horror writers. Includes 18 stories that will chill you to the bone! edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

4 Cinco de Mayomichael martineckOn May 5, in a flash of pain, every man, woman and child on the planet receives a second set of memories. Everyone has a secret! edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

5 Cinkarion: The Heart of Firej.a. cullumIn a world torn by war between the humans and tiger folk, the living crystal, Cinkarion, must choose a wizard to wield its power. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

6 Evolve: Vampire Stories of the New Undeadnancy kilpatrick, ed.Kelley Armstrong, Tanya Huff, and 22 other Canadian dark fantasy and horror writers re-imagine the future of vampires in a new collection of original short fiction. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

7 Grayling Cross gayleen froeseThe next case for Edmonton’s psychic pr consultants Anna Gareau and Collie Kostyna pits them against a magical embassy, teleporting assassins, and a missing teenage psychic as they track down a mur-derer and unearth the mysteries of an Alberta ghost town. newest press

8 Haunted Albertabarbara smithOne of Alberta's most popular ghost story writers ever is back with another collection of haunted tales from the Wild Rose province. lone pine publishing

9 Hell Can Waittheodore judsonFor 18 centuries after his death, Maternus has waited for the bureau-cracy of Hell to find his records. Now, in a bid to claim his soul, an angel and a demon argue over the fate of the Roman soldier. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

1� Immortal Quest: The Trouble with Magesalexander mackenzie500 year old mage Marlen will do anything possible to get mortal detective Nicholas Watson to remember their past lives together. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

1� Pock’s Worlddave duncanA classic science fiction adventure story by a master storyteller. Five people are chosen to find out why humankind is accused of a humanoid alien infection. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

1� Tesseracts 14: Strange Canadian Storiesjohn robert colombo + brett alexander savory, eds.Innovative short stories and poetry by 23 of Canada’s finest specu - lative fiction writers. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

1� Those Who Fight Monsters: Tales of Occult Detectivesjustin gustainis, ed.A superb collection of occult (a.k.a. supernatural) detective stories featuring 14 of today’s top occult detective writers. edge science fiction and fantasy publishing

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1 Alberta Nature Guidekrista kagumeCovering every inch of Alberta’s incredibly varied landscape, this book teaches you to identify nearly 400 species of mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, fish, trees, shrubs, herbs, grasses, and ferns. Colour illustrations of each species. lone pine publishing

2 Animal Tracks of Albertaian sheldon + tamara ederConcise descriptions of the animals and their tracks are combined with detailed drawings of the front and back prints, stride patterns, and other important identifying aspects. Each animal is captured in accurate b/w illustrations, including pattern and print comparisons. lone pine publishing

3 Annuals for Albertadonna dawson + laura petersThis book features over 500 annuals suited to Alberta growing con-ditions. A quick reference chart provides information at a glance on colour, blooming, height, hardiness, and light and soil requirements. lone pine publishing

4 Beginner Gardening for Canadaa.h. jacksonThis fun gardening primer covers everything from selecting trees and planting vegetables to safely controlling insect problems and choosing the right fertilizer. Learn everything you need to get started on a garden. lone pine publishing

5 Best Garden Plants for Albertadonna dawson + laura petersThis handy omnibus guide is packed with the best plant varieties you’ll want for your garden: annuals, perennials, trees, shrubs, vines, roses, bulbs, herbs, and foliage plants. It has information on habitat, height and spread, soil, light and water needs. lone pine publishing

6 Birds of Albertachris fisher + john acornNaturalists John Acorn and Chris Fisher have crafted this beautiful field guide to Alberta’s avian population. Contains beautiful illustra-tions and descriptions of 388 species. lone pine publishing

7 Bugs of Albertajohn acorn + ian sheldonAuthor John Acorn has selected what he believes are 125 of the most common or fascinating bugs you’ll find in Alberta. Outstand-ing colour illustrations by naturalist and artist Ian Sheldon bring the beauty of these creatures into focus. lone pine publishing

8 Butterflies of Albertajohn acornMore than 150 butterfly species have been recorded in Alberta, and they are all identified here. In-depth information about habitat, behaviour, life cycle, and families is featured. lone pine publishing

9 A Century of Parks Canada, 1911–2011clair campbell, ed.In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Parks Canada, naturalists and scholars explore the rich repository of experience acquired dur-ing the hundred-year existence of Parks Canada, and its success as a global leader in the environmental challenges of protected places. university of calgary press

1� Fish of Albertaamanda joynt + michael g. sullivanThis beautifully illustrated book features 56 species of fish found in Alberta’s lakes, rivers, and streams. Each account includes a full-colour illustration, a range map, and information on feeding, spawning, status of the population, and best sites for viewing. lone pine publishing

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1 Garden Bugs of Alberta: Gardening to Attract, Repel and Controlken fry, doug macaulay, don williamsonPeople too often only perceive bugs as unattractive alien species that should be crushed or sprayed with toxins. However, many common bugs found in your garden are essential predators, necessary to keep plant-attacking insects under control. Learn about the good guys and the bad guys of the Alberta garden. lone pine publishing

2 Gardening With Colour: Creative Design Ideas for Canadian Gardensrob sprouleRob Sproule helps gardeners unlock their inner Picasso with 60 stun-ning plant combinations to turn your garden into a living work of art. Beautiful colour photos showcase the true artistry of a master gardener. lone pine publishing

3 Mammals of Canadatamara eder + gregory kennedyCelebrate the wonderful diversity of mammals in Canada. This book contains 188 species accounts with information about habitat, food, reproduction, den, range, and similar species. Hundreds of beautiful, full-colour photographs and illustrations throughout. lone pine publishing

4 Perennials for Albertadonna dawson + laura petersThis book is an easy-to-use and comprehensive primer on the peren- nials that grow best in Alberta, featuring over 450 varieties. It includes information on planting, growing, problems and pests, and details on light, water and nutrient needs. lone pine publishing

5 Plants of Alberta: Trees, Shrubs, Wildflowers, Ferns, Aquatic Plants & Grassesfrance royer + richard dickinsonThis full-colour book is a comprehensive treatment of the over 1500 native plants that call Alberta home. lone pine publishing

6 Tree and Shrub Gardening for Albertadon williamsonAlberta gardeners can select and care for their gardens’ trees and shrubs easily with the help of this guide. This book includes species accounts describing recommended varieties, cultivars, and hybrids, complete with practical advice on everything from pruning to pests. lone pine publishing

7 Vegetable Gardening for Alberta, Saskatchewan             and Manitobalaura petersGardeners in Alberta now have all the information they need to grow a successful vegetable garden given our unique climate and growing conditions. Detailed accounts of 40+ vegetables, and hundreds of colour photos. lone pine publishing

8 Water in Canada: A Resource in Crisishanneke brooymansJournalist Hanneke Brooymans explodes the myth that Canada is a water-rich nation, and sounds the alarm on the coming water crisis. She provides an overview to the environmental, economic, and politi-cal challenges that are emerging over Canada’s freshwater supply. lone pine publishing

9 Growing Up Hockey: The Life and Times of Everyone Who Ever Loved the Gamebrian kennedyThis memoir is about the timeless magic of growing up playing hockey on the frozen lakes, rivers, and ponds of Canada. An autobiography of anyone who ever loved the game. folklore publishing

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