Deserving of every single nomination. Hope it grabs many wins!

Officially an Oscar nominee! www.nfb.ca/film/the-gir...

If I were some lord with gout I would simply let Ser Duncan the Tall joust!

If your kids or your students are excited about the #Olympics, I wrote a book they might enjoy! www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/779683...

The Bone Temple rocked my world

The first issue of The Merit Badger is now live! (You can check it out for free) www.patreon.com/posts/148246...

Secret project reveal: www.patreon.com/TheMeritBadg...

A queer story (Heated Rivalry) and an unapologetically Black story (Sinners) were the two biggest cultural sensations of the past year. It would be amazing if large companies not only showed some courage but paid attention to what people genuinely like instead of bowing to the loudest losers.

Didn’t expect a Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump shout out from Doctor Robbie on the Pitt. Nice to place to visit, I’m sure he’ll enjoy!

I’ll be there

As Alberta announces dozens of (secret) book bans... here's a reminder that if you are a published Canadian author or illustrator, we would love to have you join Canadian Authors and Illustrators Against Book Bans. Here's our linktree for more info and sign up page! linktr.ee/caiabb #canlit #abed

The public should know which books are being removed. calgaryjournal.ca/2026/01/06/a...

Am I out of touch? I didn’t see any of these in 2025. Did I miss anything worthwhile?

I almost feel bad for the Duffer Bros that Netflix cancelled their other projects and only wants them make ST spin offs when they clearly have no interest in making ST spin offs (nor should they) (ps this rock is silly)

Well deserved! One of the funniest characters on one of the funniest TV shows.

The obvious choice! Every single person in this film absolutely brought it.

For Canadian KidLit fans, this blog post will be super helpful to you.

What I’ll miss about Stranger Things is sharing a favourite show with the young people in my life. It had its ups and downs but any time a story can bring generations together it’s something special.

Tell me if I’m wrong

After the success of Oppenheimer and winning his Oscar, Cillian Murphy chose to make these 2 movies that deal with the experiences of marginalized youth. Nothing but respect 🫡

I was looking forward to seeing this in theatres! Too bad, I will not be subscribing to Paramount+ 🤷‍♂️

In Uncle Buck (1989) John Candy rants “I don't think I want to know a six-year-old who isn't a dreamer, or a sillyheart. And I sure don't want to know one who takes their student career seriously…I know a good kid when I see one. Because they're ALL good kids”. Great moment in film.

Watched Home Alone 2 for the 1st time. This line had me in stitches.

Final thoughts: While the performances were consistently strong (s/o to the kid actors), the writing on this show vacillated between clever and contrived. Every episode had at least one moment that made me gasp, and another had me rolling my eyes. Pennywise was still creepy though, so there's that.

An unexpected but welcome side-effect to diving into NFB docs has been finding so many relatable stories and being reminded that my life is not so different from the people around me. www.nfb.ca/film/unfoldi...

I love and venerate literary translators. What a fascinating challenge to shift art between languages. I have absolutely 0 interest in ever reading an AI translated book.

I have a feeling we will be hearing Aviaq Johnston’s name more and more. An incredible storyteller.

⚪️This pearl is going for gold! 🤩 THE GIRL WHO CRIED PEARLS is among the 15 shortlisted by @theacademyusa.bsky.social for this year's Animated Short Film Oscar® → bit.ly/3MFL3nV Congrats to directors Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski, the National Film Board of Canada team, and fellow contenders.

“Why would He make such a vast universe yet save it only for us?” Spielberg doing more aliens? I’m seated.

Add this to your list of middle grade graphic novels to look out for in 2026. It sensitively examines the topic of food insecurity and invites readers to ask big questions.

Disney doesn’t own The Muppet Christmas Carol. The Muppet Christmas Carol belongs to all of us, that is if we honour it in our hearts and try to keep it all the year.

Josh O’Connor stole the show in Wake Up Dead Man. Bring him back?

Every time I open Instagram thinking a couple of reels will cheer me up.

Wasn’t a fan of Scrooged (1988). It did make me appreciate the Muppets adaptation even more #XMasRewatch

A sweet 20 minute doc about boyhood and growing on Bleeker Street in Toronto featuring some stunning visuals. www.nfb.ca/film/kings-c...

Need it to be 🥲

Just look at this spread from Kayla Williams’ Labrador Skies, a beautiful wintry lullaby.

New Top Grade blog post! kids.49thshelf.com/Blog/2025/10...

In the news, the CCBC calls on Alberta government to rescind ministerial order. quillandquire.com/omni/ccbc-ca...

Whoa it’s Amazon Prime Day! Yeah I’m into PRIME. P - Purchasing R - Right from I - Indie bookstores who M - Make our communities E - Even better places to live Shop indie, shop local.

Reading can change the way we think about disability. These books put disabled kids and teens at the centre of the story. #DisabilityPrideMonth Book list: bookcentre.ca/blogs/articles/disability-pride-month-book-list

Learn a little more about disability representation in Canadian kidlit #DisabilityPrideMonth youtu.be/Uqx95reSU1A?...

Thank you to everyone writing about book bans in Alberta. A good article: thewalrus.ca/albertas-boo...

The authors and illustrators involved in the Mahmoud v Taylor case released this statement in today's devastating ruling. Grateful to @penamerica.bsky.social for all their support and for sharing this on our behalf. pen.org/press-releas...

What are we doing 😭 😭

Queer horror and thrillers are growing in popularity among young adult readers. Like their readers, these books are interested in pushing boundaries and going against convention. Book list: bookcentre.ca/blogs/articl...