In my latest booktube episode, I report on 6 events at the Vancouver Writers Fest + talk about 2 audiobooks & 2 picture books that I read recently
https://youtu.be/ukKUqfGyqxo
#kidlit #WomenInTranslation #CanadianAuthor #Indigenous
A bonanza of women in translation & women in art, journalism, geology, engineering, boating + a gay memoir in verse in my latest booktube episode:
https://youtu.be/6nKnqVVch_E
#audiobooks #LGBTQ #translation #comics #CanadianAuthor #kidlit
pickIf you‘re looking for something along the lines of Jon Klassen‘s picture books, try this dark & funny fable by Canadian artist Jess Hannigan. It‘s great for kids aged 3-8 anytime, but the black & fluorescent orange colour scheme, plus the spider, make this perfect for a spooky October read. #kidlit
pickI love this middle grade Peter Pan retelling by Muscogee Creek author Cynthia Leitich Smith. It focuses on two stepsisters & addresses racism straightforwardly in the text. Wendy & Lily immediately speak up when Peter or the Lost boys use the word ‘Injun,‘ for example. On many occasions the omniscient narrator breaks the fourth wall & addresses readers directly—I like that too. A fun read with satisfying depth. #Indigenous #kidlit
pickSimple text by Danielle Daniel conveys a reassuring message about interdependence. Gorgeous acrylic paintings by Matt James. This is a finalist for a Governor General‘s Award in Canada. 🇨🇦 #kidlit
#wickedwhispers #witch
Twist on Anne of Green Gables where Anne tries to apprentice herself to a prickly witch who eventually warms to her 😉
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pickI am impressed by this contemporary story about the aftermath of the residential school system. It‘s gentle, yet packs a powerful amount into 99 pages. Suitable for ages 10-14.
#Indigenous #CanadianAuthor #kidlit #middlegrade #YA
September 30: Books for Truth & Reconciliation + Art + Shakespeare + the Booker
https://youtu.be/HDGbdN3jVKw
#CanadianAuthors #Indigenous #kidlit
pickHeartwarming story of a young Muslim girl who spends lunchtime in the library while fasting during Ramadan. Based on the author‘s own experience, this sweet picture book has been challenged/banned, like some other children‘s books with strong Muslim characters. #bannedbooks #kidlit
