We’re still aglow from another successful launch of our Poetry in Transit program 🎉 This event would not possible without our sponsors, and we especially want to thank Creative BC for supporting this year’s Poetry in Transit Launch!

The 29th Poetry in Transit was such a success! And it would not have been possible without our sponsors. 💙 We especially want to thank Creative BC for their support of the program and additional sponsorship of the Poetry Bus this year! @readlocalbc.bsky.social poetryintransit.ca

On the eve of Truth and Reconciliation Day in Canada, we recommend five books to read and reflect on from @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, @ecwpress.bsky.social, @gooselane.bsky.social, @talonbooks.bsky.social, and @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social. Browse our full list here: alllitup.ca/book-list/re...

In honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we’ve rounded up a few stories that reflect the diverse experiences of Indigenous identity, language, teachings, and cultural traditions. Learn more about these books on our website. #ReadIndigenous www.readlocalbc.ca/2025/09/30/i...

In June 2025 we launched the Read Local BC eBookshelf, in partnership with the Association of Book Publishers of BC. NNELS now offers accessible versions of Read Local BC titles: nnels.ca/relations/re... #Accessibility #DigitalLibrary @readlocalbc.bsky.social @libbyapp.com @nnelsca.bsky.social

(1/5) The West Coast Book Prize Society announced the winners of the 41st @bcyukonbookprizes.bsky.social. 🏆 Congratulations to our members, @talonbooks.bsky.social, @heritagehouse.bsky.social, @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, and @figure1publishing.bsky.social! More details below and at buff.ly/ZxafZpf

This Saturday (Sept 20) @wordvancouver.bsky.social and @readlocalbc.bsky.social celebrate the 29th year of Poetry in Transit! Join us from 2:00 to 3:30 pm to hear readings from our featured poets, followed by discussion and Q&A. Hosted by Poet Laureate, Elee Kraljii Gardiner ✨ poetryintransit.ca

You're invited to the Talonbooks Fall 2025 Launch on October 24! Join us at the Martha Lou Henley Rehearsal Hall to celebrate the release of five fantastic poetry collections. Attendance is free! Get all the details here: talonbooks.com/events/talon...

We’re back! 📚✨ It’s been over 30 years since “Word on the Street” (IYKYK) + we’re thrilled to have been able to foster the joy of the written word and inspire creativity for the last three decades. The entire event is FREE and has something for everyone (truly!). More Info: www.wordvancouver.ca

Books BC joins the literary community in remembering Norma Charles. Norma’s storytelling and spirit will leave a lasting impact on children’s literature and the writing community across Canada.

November, November by Isabella Wang and if: prey, then: huntress by Christina Shah will be launched at a reading hosted by Natalie Lim at Massy Books on September 22nd!

On Sept 17, head to the Britannia Branch of the Vancouver Public Library to enjoy poetry from @rahat.bsky.social, Evelyn Lau, and @danielaelza.bsky.social! The event begins at 6. Don't miss it!

Call for Submissions: @arsenalpulp.bsky.social's BIPOC mentorship program. An opportunity for emerging BIPOC writers to work with Lindsey Wong! arsenalpulp.com/News/2025/CA...

Autumn is approaching, and with it came our September edition, Fall into a New Series 💌 We write a monthly newsletter highlighting local literary events, achievements, launches, and must read book lists Sign up below to stay up to date on your local bookish news www.readlocalbc.ca/contact/news...

Don't miss the bus! Join us on Saturday September 20, 2-3:30 PM at @wordvancouver.bsky.social for readings from this year's poetry in Transit authors ✨ Hosted by Vancouver's Poet Laureate Elee Kraljii Gardiner ✨ More info at poetryintransit.ca #PoetryInTransit #WordVancouver #ReadLocalBC

In honor of Official Languages Day, Canadian Heritage is launching "I support Canadian books!” 🍁 On September 11, support Canadian books and local culture by sharing a photo of the book you have chosen on your social media with #CanadianBook and #OLDay. More details here: buff.ly/uwV1m7A

ICYMI: Books BC has partnered with the Independent Book Publishers Association! Check out the following thread for more details (including a promo code for Books BC members!) ⤵️

This week's BC Indie Bestseller List is here! And with it, a new children's illustrated by Richard Wagamese: This Inquisitive Raven See the full list: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

If you love arts and culture in Canada, please consider signing the @artscoalitionca.bsky.social letter before September 15th! 📣✒️ #DontCutTheArts @readlocalbc.bsky.social

Mark your calendars! September 21st is @bcyukonbookprizes.bsky.social 's 41st Gala! 🎉 More details and tickets here: buff.ly/6T4ZAeh

Congratulations! Alan Twigg, champion of BC's literary culture, was appointed to the Order of BC in recognition of his “unparalleled contributions to BC’s literary landscape, championing writers, preserving stories and building the foundation of a thriving literary culture.” buff.ly/XpHtHKN

(1/3) The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia is very excited to announce a partnership with the Independent Book Publishers Association 🤝 IBPA supports the independent publishing community through advocacy, education, and tools for success.

Discover your next favourite read while adventuring the west coast this summer! 🔎🔖 You can now find more #BCbooks through this comprehensive map of Canadian independent booksellers and publishers: buff.ly/ns3PC8F @readlocalbc.bsky.social #BooksBC

Job alert! @greystonebooks.bsky.social is looking for a Sales & Inventory Coordinator. More details including how to apply can be found here: buff.ly/qDPnWaJ

August 8th was National Book Lovers Day! 📚💕 Check out this great thread from @governmentofbc.bsky.social. Featuring @anvilpress.bsky.social @arsenalpulp.bsky.social @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social @harbourpublishing.bsky.social @orcabook.bsky.social @talonbooks.bsky.social #BooksBC

(1/2) Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts is next weekend, August 14-17! 📖🎉 Join Canadian writers and readers in Sechelt, BC for Canada’s longest running annual literary festival. writersfestival.ca

New to this week's BC Bestseller list: Raincoast Chronicles 25: m̓am̓aɫa Goes Fishing @harbourpublishing.bsky.social Browse the full list: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

The Federation of BC Writers is hiring a Membership and Community Navigator. Check out the following link for more details: bcwriters.ca/hiring

(1/2) The eBookshelf launch last month was a great success! 📚🥳 @readlocalbc.bsky.social #BCBooks A big thanks to the McGill Public Library for providing space for the event, and the new Books BC Board Chair, Laraine Coates for MC-ing!

The Bestselling Canadian titles of 2025 (so far) from CBC is out: buff.ly/a6bgbU7 Congratulations to @arsenalpulp.bsky.social for Dandelion by Jamie Chai Yun Liew, and @touchwooded.bsky.social for The Cost of a Hostage by Iona Whishaw! @readlocalbc.bsky.social #BCBooks

Congratulations @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, @orcabook.bsky.social, @talonbooks.bsky.social and Page Two Books on your national recognition! 👏 Check out the full BC Creates article here: buff.ly/jIIWTqC #BCBooks

This season is the perfect time to try something new from a BC publisher that’s not only local but bursting with fresh voices, unique stories, and West Coast perspectives you won’t find anywhere else. Check out our website for book lists, interviews and more in local publishing. #ReadLocalBC

Thornapple Press is hiring a Substantive Editor! Learn more here: buff.ly/JKM1hao

Figure 1 Publishing is hiring a Manager of Author Relations and Community Outreach! Find more details and apply here 🟡

Fantastic summer reading list from @thetyee.ca! Featuring @arsenalpulp.bsky.social, @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social, @greystonebooks.bsky.social, @orcabook.bsky.social, Rocky Mountain Books, and @talonbooks.bsky.social 🔖 #BCBooks

Join us on July 23rd for a celebration of the 2024 Fred Cogswell Award. Featuring readings by winner Dominique Bernier-Cormier and first runner-up @akkabah.bsky.social. I'll also share a poem each from the other eight finalists. Hosted by Allen Hill. I'd love to see you there!

West Kootenay author Tom Wayman will launch his newest collection of poems, Out of the Ordinary, at the Nakusp Public Library on July 17th and at the Nelson Public Library on July 19th. Both events begin at 7 pm and are free and open to the public!

Exciting events in Vancouver this week! Arleen Paré and Al Rempel will be reading as part of the Twisted Poets Literary Salon at VPL Britannia TODAY at 6:00 PM. 📚 Arleen Paré will also be reading at the People's Co-op bookstore on Commercial Drive TOMORROW at 6:30 PM! Hope to see you there!

ICYMI: CBC recently highlighted Samantha Beynon’s new children's book, Celebrating Potlatches. Published by Books BC member, Strong Nations. "I believe in the power of stories and I'm excited to keep sharing them with the next generation." Read the full article here: buff.ly/J9zxyUU #BCBooks

New on this week's BC bestseller list: The Hidden Life of Trees: A Graphic Adaptation from @greystonebooks.bsky.social Calm Harbour, Turbulent Seas: A History of Ucluelet from @harbourpublishing.bsky.social Browse the full list: www.readlocalbc.ca/bc-bestselle...

Check out this recent interview from Creative BC with Brian Lam @arsenalpulp.bsky.social! "We strive to publish work by writers who seek to challenge the status quo." buff.ly/M93QJn9

A big thanks to the Government of BC and the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport for supporting our Read Local BC eBookshelf! This collection features hundreds of BC authors & titles, reaching 5.5 mil BC library patrons through 71 participating libraries. buff.ly/9LxFeCQ

You’re invited! Celebrate local books and BC authors at McGill Public Library on June 19th 🥳 📚 Enjoy readings from Wayde Compton and Candie Tanaka 📚 Learn how to use @libby.app 📚 Get a free book bag! 📚 Enjoy light refreshments Doors at 10:30, programming starts at 11! RSVP: buff.ly/6ZLZLxR

Calling all ebook and Libby fans – the Read Local BC eBookshelf is officially live! 🥳 Curated by the fantastic team at @bc.libraries.coop‬, this collection of BC-published titles includes books that are either: ☑️ About BC ☑️ Set in BC ☑️ Written by a BC author Learn more: buff.ly/JKqL4Xn

Find your next beach (or park) read on this week's BC bestseller list! With BC travel guides, gripping novels and engaging children's books from local publishers like: @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social @greystonebooks.bsky.social @touchwooded.bsky.social Browse the list: buff.ly/2O5WM3V

Kickstart your summer of reading with this list of ultra-devourable BC books. Discover these titles: buff.ly/wAGtwn1 @caitlinpress.bsky.social @talonbooks.bsky.social @arsenalpulp.bsky.social @greystonebooks.bsky.social @ubcpress.bsky.social @nightwoodeditions.bsky.social

Local publishers have it all. From nonfiction and YA to memoir, these 6 titles represent only a small selection showcasing the award-winning literary talent in BC. Have any of these books? @heritagehouse.bsky.social @arsenalpulp.bsky.social @anvilpress.bsky.social @caitlinpress.bsky.social

Congratulations @sarahbleav.bsky.social and @arsenalpulp.bsky.social for being shortlisted in the 2025 Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards for Best Graphic Memoir with title Something, Not Nothing! 🥳 See more here:

In this upcoming resource for young readers from authors Juliana Armstrong and Blair Beaucage, learn Anishinaabemowin language learning and traditional teachings in a fun and accessible way! “Let's Go for a Walk on Mother Earth” is out June 10 from Medicine Wheel Publishing!

Congratulations to Anh Duong and @douglasmcintyre.bsky.social for being shortlisted for the Rakuten Kobo 2025 Emerging Writer Prize within the non-fiction category! What an excellent book and a deserving achievement! 🥳 See more here: buff.ly/qcI4Xm8