If you are in the Toronto area on December 3, join Sarah Emsley for the Toronto Book Launch of The Austens and the celebration of Jane Austen's 250th birthday at Flying Books from 6:30-8:00pm.

Nova Scotia is the cradle of an African Canadian community that has existed for hundreds of years. During that time, Black Nova Scotians have shared triumphs and tragedies similar to those other communities of colour in North America, yet they have also developed a culture that is unique.

The Undesirables: A History of Rockhead Prison is the revealing story of Rockhead, an imposing structure that was located on Gottingen (now Novalea) and Leeds Streets in Halifax. Nestled in with the industrial, working-class North End, for many residents, their backyards were adjacent to the prison.

Happening today!

Tomorrow! Two events left for 2025! This is one of them! @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

Jane Austen fans (and we know there are many), this book is for you!

Buying local is the trend this holiday season and we have local books for everyone.

Happening this Sunday from 10-12 at Open Book Coffee. Authors Janice Landry and Jane Doucet will be there to chat and sign copies of their books at this sweet little cafe. Stop by and say "hello"!

John Francis Cummings is big, but his size is not his problem. It's the bullying that it seems to attract. With tensions at home and school, he draws on the support of a neighbour, his one friend, and a drop-in centre for strength to always do the right thing. Which does not always turn out well.

Sarah Emsley, author of The Austens will be at Blockshop Books this Saturday, November 29 at 2:30 pm signing copies of her book. Stop by their Holiday Open House and say hello!

Take a trip with Matthew R Anderson as he journeys the Whithorn Way. A 1600-year-old pilgrimage route from the city of Glasgow to the shrine of St. Ninian. Someone Else's Saint is a thoughtful, funny, and perceptive travelogue.

Meet award winning author, Janice Landry and get a signed copy of her latest book, Every Little Thing. Voted a top 10 local book of 2025 by Indigo/Chapters. Saturday, November 29, 11am-1pm at Chapters Halifax (Bayers Lake).

The lllogical Adventure is a true story about meeting someone and gradually realizing over time that you don't want to live without them. Told from each of their two perspectives, this memoir is a jet-setting tale of exploration, fate, and of love's enduring power.

Meet author and photographer Joseph Robichaud and get a signed copy of his book, Through My Looking Glass: Nova Scotia A 50 Year Photographic Retrospective (1973-2023). Nov 30 from 1-3pm at Cottage Cafe, Dartmouth. Through My Looking Glass is a book to treasure, and a gift to remember.

Happening this Sunday, Nov 23 from 12:30-2:00. Meet author Sarah Emsley and get a signed copy of her book The Austens at Indigospirit Sunnyside Mall in Bedford.

A MAID death is like no other — it is deliberate, legal, and comes at an appointed time. Through the eyes of his widow, this memoir tells the story of Ron's MAID journey and of its effects on his family.

Wanda Campbell’s sixth poetry collection, Spring Theory, meets the chaos of the current times with forms that are fractured and familiar in poems of lament and love, hunger and hope. It moves from exploring the darkness of fall to capturing spring’s rejuvenating light.

Award-winning author and literary star, Carol Bruneau, has read and reviewed my book, Every Little Thing - how small acts of kindness make a big impact. She described it as “powerful.” That is something I will never forget. What an absolute honour. Thank you, Carol. ❤️ @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

Saturday, November 22 11:30am-1:00pm Book Signing & Meet Indigospirit Sunnyside Mall 1595 Bedford Hwy., Bedford, NS Meet award winning author, Janice Landry and get a signed copy of her book, Every Little Thing, rated a top ten local book of 2025 at Indigo/Chapters.

Saturday, Nov 22, 2:00pm Halifax Central Library "Bringing the Past to Life through Historical Fiction" Authors Sarah Emsley and Jill MacLean, will talk about their approaches to researching and writing historical fiction. Books will be available for sale. This event is free and open to the public.

In his elegant and precise prose, Curtis entertains readers with stories about a variety of memorable characters. In each of these tales, he captures a way of life that he both lived and remembers, and each story exhibits his love of that life and his understanding of the emotions it evokes.

Get lost in this fantastic fictional story about The Queen Anne House. This novel, spanning over two hundred years, is the story of one house and the amazing people who lived there on the high ground in Cumberland County.

Happening tomorrow evening. Hear author Katie Ingram talk about the fascinating true story of Rockhead Prison.

Meet author Sarah Emsley and get a signed copy of her popular book, The Austens. This November 18, 2-4pm at Indigo Halifax (Chain Lake Dr).

Jane Austen fans (and we know there are many), this book is for you! Like Maggie O'Farrell's Hamnet and Colm Tóibín's The Master, The Austens explores tensions and rivalries between a great writer and the people closest to them.

November 22 in Bedford, NS is my next signing for Every Little Thing! Three signings left for 2025 and then the egg nog, fuzzy socks and silly holiday film watching begins. Hope to see you! 🎅 @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

The Undesirables: A History of Rockhead Prison is the revealing story of Rockhead, an imposing structure that was located on Gottingen (now Novalea) and Leeds Streets in Halifax. Nestled in with the industrial, working-class North End, for many residents, their backyards were adjacent to the prison.

Voted a top 10 best local book 2025 by Indigo/Chapters, this book shares that through grief, there is light and kindness. In Search of Puffins is a story of love and loss, reinvention and humour.

Tomorrow, November 16. Author Sarah Emsley will be at LaHave River Books from 4-5pm with author, Jill MacLean. All are welcome!

Nova Scotia is the cradle of an African Canadian community that has existed for hundreds of years. During that time, Black Nova Scotians have shared triumphs and tragedies similar to those other communities of colour in North America, yet they have also developed a culture that is unique.

I could talk about Rockhead for hours. And, for one specific hour, you can come hear me to do so! On Nov. 18th, I'm doing my last Undesirables event for November! Join me for a Tuesday Night Talk at the Maritime Museum of the Atlantic. #halifax #halifaxhistory #novascotia #novascotiahistory

Meet author Sarah Emsley and get a signed copy of her popular book, The Austens. This November 18, 2-4pm at Indigo Halifax (Chain Lake Dr).

Voted a top 10 best local book of 2025 by Indigo/Chapters, this feel good book makes a wonderful reading gift for yourself and others.

Down Home for Christmas offers a rich tapestry of seasonal stories from some of Pottersfield Press's most talented and beloved authors and is sure to touch both those who love Christmas and those who enjoy the entire winter season in our rugged Down East region.

Pottersfeld Press is looking for submissions from writers who can provide a manuscript of 30,000 to 150,000 words in any existing or new category that uses the nonfiction medium to tell a story. DEADLINE IS APRIL 30, 2026. Early submissions are encouraged. More info at: www.pottersfieldpress.com

Happening today! Meet award winning author, Janice Landry and get a signed copy of her book, Every Little Thing rated as a top 10 best book of 2025 for the Maritimes! Janice will be at Indigo Dartmouth from 12-2 today.

Happening today! Get a signed copy of the very popular book, The Austens and chat with Author Sarah Emsley. Sarah will be at Coles Yarmouth Mall from 1-3pm today.

Rated as one of the top 10 best local books of the year by Indigo/Chapters!

Congratulations to author Martin Bauman! Martin has been shortlisted for the Edna Staebler Award for Creative Nonfiction for his book, "Hell of A Ride: Chasing Home and Survival on a Bicycle Voyage Across Canada."

Meet author Sarah Engram and get a signed copy of her book The Austens. This book is getting rave reviews all over! If you are a Jane Austen fan, or love historical fiction, add this book to your must read list. Sarah will be at Coles Yarmouth Mall on Saturday, November 8 from 1-3pm.

Meet award winning author Janice Landry and get a signed copy of her bestselling book, Every Little Thing, this Saturday, November 8 at Indigo Dartmouth from 12:00-2:00pm. This feel-good book makes a wonderful Christmas gift too!

Available in your local bookstore and online now is Wanda Campbell's sixth poetry collection, Spring Theory, meets the chaos of the current times with forms that are fractured and familiar in poems of lament and love, hunger and hope.

In case you missed this incredible news! Both Every Little Thing and In Search of Puffins have been chosen as two of the top 10 books of the year for the Maritimes from Indigo/Chapters! Congratulations to Janice Landry and Marjorie Simmins for this well-deserved accolade.

Saturday! Hope to see you if you are in the Truro, NS area! Every Little Thing makes a great gift for someone who has helped you along the way. I wrote it as a thank-you for my family after Lyme! Now a Top 10 in the Maritimes - named by Indigo/Chapters/Coles! 👀 @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

The weather should be significantly better tomorrow, so it's the perfect time to come see me Indigo/Chapters in Dartmouth! @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

Here's your weekend book recommendation! This novel, spanning over two hundred years, is the story of one house and the amazing people who lived there on the high ground in Cumberland County.

Author Janice Landry will be at Coles - Truro Mall on Saturday, November 1 from 11:30am to 1:00pm. Stop by to say "Hello" and get a signed copy of her bestselling book, rated one of the top ten books of 2025 for the Maritimes by Indigo/Chapters.

Meet author Katie Ingram and get a signed copy of her new book, The Undesirables this Saturday, November 1 from 1:00-3:00pm at Indigo Dartmouth.

Thanks to Ryan Van Horne/Atlantic Books Today for reviewing The Undesirables! #halifax #halifaxhistory #nonfiction #prisonhistory #novascotia #novascotiahistory #atlanticcanadianlit @pottersfieldpress.bsky.social

We are thrilled to share this news! Both Every Little Thing and In Search of Puffins have been chosen as two of the top 10 books of the year for the Maritimes from Indigo/Chapters! Congratulations to Janice Landry and Marjorie Simmins for this well-deserved accolade.