Category Archives: Recommended reading
Ten Essential Reads for Women in Translation Month 2025
With Women in Translation Month in full swing, we’ve gathered ten essential books from our catalogue written and/or translated by women. While by no means an exhaustive list, we hope these selections will inspire you to read more books by women in translation. PS) As a bonus, we’re having a flash sale. That’s right our […]
Continue readingThanks Dad: Eight Books for Father’s Day
Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 15, 2025. In celebration of this special day, we’ve assembled a list of eight books that either feature a prominent father figure, or portray nuanced and varied experiences of fatherhood. It’s important to note that Father’s Day can be complicated for many people for various reasons. If Father’s Day […]
Continue readingTen Books to Celebrate Women in Translation Month 2024
August is Women in Translation Month. We are honoured to publish many amazing books written and translated by women from all over the world. To celebrate #WITMonth, we’ve assembled a list of ten must-read titles written and translated by women. Use it to inspire your summer (and beyond) reading or to organize a women in […]
Continue readingBook*hug Recommends: Summer 2024 Reads, Author Edition
Today, we’re sharing summer reading recommendations from some of our lovely authors. These are books that they’ve either already read and loved, or books that they’re planning to read (and hopefully love) this summer! Kate Cayley, author of How You Were Born and Lent Curiosities by Anne Fleming Berlin by Rory MacLean North by […]
Continue readingBook*hug Recommends: Summer 2024 Reads, Staff Edition
Today, we’re sharing summer reading recommendations from our incredible team members. These are books that we’ve either already read and loved, or books that we’re planning to read (and hopefully love) this summer! Hazel Millar, Co-Publisher The Talented Mr. Ripley by Patricia Highsmith The End of Eddy by Édouard Louis The Heart is […]
Continue readingHello Summer! Twelve Books to Dive Into This Summer
Hello Summer! It’s that glorious time of year again to leave your worries behind and do more of what you love (ahem, reading). Whether on vacation or a staycation, or relaxing at the beach or pool, summer is the perfect time to disconnect and unwind with a great book. And remember a “beach read” is […]
Continue readingRead With Pride: Twelve Books to Celebrate Pride Month
Happy Pride to all!???? In honour of Pride Month, we have assembled a reading list featuring inspiring books by LGBTQIA2S+ authors. While this list is by no means exhaustive, here are twelve essential reads, ranging from literary fiction to memoir and lyrical essays to poetry, to add to your TBR pile during Pride Month and […]
Continue readingBooks for Dad: Father’s Day Sale and Gift Guide
Father’s Day is just around the corner. In honour of dads everywhere, we’ve curated a list of recommended reads to help you pick the perfect book for the father figures in your life. From must-read novels to stand-out poetry and short story collections, here are some suggested books Dad will love. Besides, you can only […]
Continue readingMother’s Day Reading List + Sale!
Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Nothing says love like a good book. So, this Mother’s Day, treat mom to the gift of reading! Save 25% off all available titles* from May 7 to 12, 2024. Simply use discount code MOTHERSDAY24 at checkout to redeem the 25% discount! *Excludes forthcoming releases and already discounted […]
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