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Congratulations to the Winners of the 25th Annual BC Book Prizes Lee Henderson, The Man Game Daphne Marlatt, The Given Gabor Maté, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts: Close Encounters with Addiction Stephen Hume, Simon Fraser: In Search of Modern British Columbia Katarina Jovanovic & Philippe Béha, The King Has Goat Ears Polly Horvath, My … Continue reading Winners of 25th Annual BC Book Prizes →

So, finally someone is really looking the Kindle and its inability to capture the essence of books. I love this article. A must read for all educators and parents! Check it out HERE.

On Wednesday, April 22nd, LVR welcomed the BC Book Prizes Authors’ Visit. Fifty students were treated to readings by two of BC’s best authors: Andreas Schroeder and Rex Weyler. Both are accomplished journalists and writers, and have been nominated by the BC Book Prizes for their works in fiction and non-fiction, respectively. Each author took … Continue reading BC Book Prizes Authors’ Visit L.V. Rogers →

Shmoop is a student-oriented web-based learning assistant for literature, history, and poetry, as well as a book club with all the popular titles (e.g. Twilight trilogy). There are hundreds of study guides for all forms of literature with practice questions, quizzes, chapter summaries, etc. Developed by former literature and English graduates (egg-heads) from Stanford. Students … Continue reading SHMOOP! →

One of my favourite places to visit in any city its unique bookstore. Check out this link for clips of various bookstores from around the globe. The variety is astonishing; from large domed ceilings, to cramped confines--truly a menage of architectural and organizational wonders.

The Canadian Library Association (CLA) has announced the winners of two of its most prestigious awards for young adult literature of 2009. The winner of the 'Young Adult Canadian' award is Chandra's Wars by Allan Stratton. The winner of the 'Book of the Year for Children' is The Shepherd's Grand-Daughter by Anne Laurel Carter. We … Continue reading Canadian Library Association 2009 YA Canadian Award Winners →

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The 2009 BC Book Prize finalists have been announced. The winner will be selected on April 25, 2009. This is the 25th anniversary of BC's very own awards for literature. Visit the BC Book Prize website for a list of authors and titles.