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National Post
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- National Post
Summer 2025 reading list: Top picks from Canadian authors
Article content With the arrival of warmer weather, that means it's time to start planning your summer reading list. And for those who love supporting home-grown talent, why not add a few titles from Canadian authors to the list? Article content Both Indigo and Amazon have a dedicated Canadian landing page, making it easy to add some Canadian spirit to your summer bookshelf. You'll find a range of bestsellers, new releases and prize-winning books to choose from, many of which are on sale right now. Article content Article content Fans of Carley Fortune's Meet Me By The Lake will be thrilled to revisit familiar characters in what's sure to be one of summer 2025's hottest new releases. Perfect for romance lovers, One Golden Summer is another heartfelt homage to cottage country and is an ideal beach read. Article content Article content Author Liann Zhang's debut novel is full of twists and turns as the mystery surrounding influencer Chloe VanHuusen's death unfolds. When her long-lost identical twin, Julie, steps into Chloe's glamorous world, she learns that there's more to social media stardom than meets the eye. Article content Article content Article content In this unique work of fiction, 'The Sea' is a mysterious enclave where migrants from across the ages gather. Here, a girl named Lina cares for her ailing father and learns how connected we all are as she comes to know her neighbours and fellow migrants of The Sea. Article content Article content This thrilling mystery follows Bryden and Sam, who appear to have the 'perfect life': a beautiful daughter, chic condo and supportive friends. But when she disappears out of the blue, their community is left wondering what exactly happened to the picture-perfect Bryden. Article content
Hamilton Spectator
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Carley Fortune signs books in Etobicoke and other literary events this week
Indigo Yorkdale 3401 Dufferin St. Ardra Shephard (Sat., 12 p.m.) The author signs copies of her new memoir, 'Fallosophy: My Trip Through Life With MS.' Indigo Sherway Gardens 25 The West Mall Carley Fortune (Sun., 2 and 3 p.m.) The bestselling author of 'One Golden Summer' does a pair of in-store signings in Etobicoke. Ticket purchase is required for attendance. See website for details. International Palace of Joy 1347 Queen St. E. Sober Salon Series with Cathrin Bradbury (Sun., 7 p.m.) The journalist and author will be featured in conversation about her new memoir, 'This Way Up: Old Friends, New Love, and a Map for the Road Ahead,' at a non-alcoholic event featuring dance, music and magic. Flying Books at Neverland 371 Queen St. W. Authors of 'Dead Writers' (Mon., 6:30 p.m.) Michael Lapointe, Cassidy McFadzean, Naben Ruthnum and Toronto Star contributor Jean Marc Ah-Sen discuss their upcoming anthology of novellas. Type Junction 2887 Dundas St. W. Harrison and Rachel Browne (Tues., 6:30 p.m.) The trans athlete and investigative journalist launch their new book, 'Let Us Play: Winning the Battle for Gender Diverse Athletes.' A Different Booklist 779 Bathurst St. I. David Daniels (Weds, 6:30 p.m.) Meet the occupational health and safety professional and author of 'Psychosocial Hazards Are Real: A Guide to Understanding Non-Physical Safety Hazards.' Another Story 315 Roncesvalles Ave. Ehime Ora (Weds., 7 p.m.) The Nigerian scholar, artist and author of 'Spirits Come From Water' appears for an interactive book reading, including a Q&A and signing.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- Yahoo
11 Canadian products I'm shopping this week on Amazon: Cleaning products, toilet paper and more
Have you been keeping up with Amazon's Canada Showcase? As a Canadian shopping editor, it's where I've been doing a lot of my buying lately. This hand-curated section is packed with everything from made-in-Canada household products to must-read novels by local authors. It's an easy way to support Canadian brands, personalities, products and more (and super convenient, thanks to free shipping with Prime on Canadian products). Plus, you'd be surprised at how many hidden gems are actually from our homeland. This week's finds are particularly good. If you're looking for inspiration, I've rounded up 11 things I'm adding to my cart this week. Keep scrolling to dive I've been trying to prioritize my hydration — and have been looking into electrolyte drinks. These Organika packets have been a top choice for me, as they're sugar-free and have 110mg of vitamin C. Plus, they're easy to pop into my reusable water bottles. There are many flavours available, but these lemon iced tea ones are calling my name. I've heard great things about this novel by Canadian author Carley Fortune. It has quickly earned a no.2 spot on Amazon Charts, and it boasts tons of rave reviews. "It had me so enthralled," shares one five-star reviewer. It seems like the perfect summer read — and I can't wait to get my hands on it. Now this product is interesting. It's a no-rinse, plant-derived hand-wash detergent. Yes, you read that correctly — no endless rinsing and no residue will be left behind. I've been wanting to ditch the toxic detergent and swap for something natural, and this might be the perfect start. According to one shopper, it's a "fabulous product for washing delicates!" I haven't had cereal in a minute, so when I saw this cinnamon vanilla flavour of Shreddies, I immediately added it to my cart. Not only does it sound incredibly tasty, but it's very high in fibre, which is a bonus. There's not much to say about this one, other than the fact that I'm on the brink of running out of TP, so it's time to replenish the stash. This pack comes with 12 large rolls that amount to 24 regular rolls. As mentioned above, I am trying to steer clear of any unnecessary toxins in my detergent. Attitude is not only made in Canada but also made with 98 per cent naturally sourced ingredients, which is exactly what I'm looking for. I don't know about you, but I can't get enough Mini Eggs. As one reviewer puts it, "You have to watch yourself, you might eat the whole bag." There's nothing wrong with having a sweet treat in the house, and I've sadly run out — which is why these are headed to my house now. My hair has been feeling a little dull lately, which is why I've been on the hunt for products that will give it a little zhuzhing up. This hair mask claims to soften, strengthen and add shine, which is just what my locks need. One promising review says it's the "best hair mask ever." Pamela Anderson, our Canadian queen, has one of the most beautiful cookbooks I've ever seen — and I can't help but wonder why I don't already own it. It contains 80 recipes that intend to nourish the soul, earning the title no.1 Most Gifted in the category of Vegetable Cookbooks on Amazon. I love a good house spray, but not so much the ingredients in them. However, this air freshener spray by Attitude features 96 per cent natural origin ingredients, which makes me feel a lot better. It's perfect for freshening up the living room, bedroom, bathroom or any other space without burning a candle or using a plug-in. I personally prefer foaming cleansers; something about the foaming action feels like it's doing a better job cleaning my skin. This Marcelle one is fragrance-free and won't clog pores, making it a great choice for sensitive skin. Shoppers confirm it's "gentle" and "non-irritating."
Toronto Star
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Toronto Star
Toronto Star bestsellers for May 14, 2025
Since bursting onto the scene in 2020 with her cottage country romance 'Every Summer After,' Canadian author Carley Fortune has been a reliable provider of wistful novels that involve finding (or refinding) love within view of a body of water.
CBC
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- CBC
A fan-favourite character returns in Carley Fortune's One Golden Summer
Social Sharing Carley Fortune never imagined that one summer story would rewrite her entire life. After more than a decade in journalism, she took a leap of faith, leaving behind the newsroom to pursue her long-held dream of becoming a novelist. That leap of faith led to the breakout success of her debut romance, Every Summer After, a story that not only captured readers' hearts but also catapulted Fortune into literary stardom. Set over six years and one emotionally charged weekend, Every Summer After followed Percy and Sam, two childhood friends whose close bond was shattered by a fateful moment that forced them apart — and the complicated love story that unfolds when they're reunited years later at a funeral. But fans didn't just fall in love with Percy and Sam — they wanted more. Specifically, they wanted a happy ending for Charlie Florek, Sam's charismatic and fun-loving brother, who quickly became a fan-favourite side character. Fortune soon found herself inundated with messages online and requests at book events, all urging her to give Charlie his own story. "It's so flattering that people feel so connected to these characters," Fortune said on Bookends with Mattea Roach. Now, she's answering that call with her much-anticipated follow-up novel, One Golden Summer, giving Charlie his long-awaited chance at love. The story follows Alice, a photographer seeking a quiet, restorative summer at her childhood cottage with her grandmother. But her plans for peace are upended when Charlie — charming, flirtatious, and impossible to ignore — unexpectedly reappears. Soon, Alice finds herself feeling like she's 17 again, questioning whether this summer might hold something more than she ever expected. Fortune is a Toronto-based writer and journalist who has worked as an editor for Refinery29, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine and Toronto Life. Her previous books are Every Summer After, This Summer Will Be Different and Meet Me at the Lake, which was a contender for Canada Reads 2024, championed by Mirian Njoh. She joined Roach on Bookends to discuss the process of crafting One Golden Summer and the unexpectedly far-reaching impact of her books — stories that have brought picturesque Canadian settings like Barry's Bay, Ont., and P.E.I. to the adornment of readers around the world. Mattea Roach: After writing Every Summer After, you felt that you wanted to say more about [Charlie]. What kind of a character is he? Why is he so fascinating? Carley Fortune: In Every Summer After, he is kind of an antagonist. He likes to provoke people. On the exterior, he's kind of arrogant. He's a flirt. He's a lot of fun. But the thing about people who can provoke you is that they really see you. They're great observers of other people. If you can get a rise out of somebody, it's because you know what makes them tick. I also felt that he has a really big heart. He lost his father when he was a young teenager, and that left him with some damage and some coping mechanisms. There's a hint of that in Every Summer After, but I thought about him a lot and how to go deeper with him and especially because a lot of people did not like Charlie after reading Every Summer After. Why did you craft Alice as this artistic person who is experiencing some difficulty in her relationship with her job as the person that Charlie was going to fall in love with? I ran The Bachelor for Charlie. I created, I think, 18 characters with different names, jobs, personality types, different ways that they may have encountered Charlie before or not, what their dynamic would be like. I thought about this photographer, and she had this photo that she took that summer that she was at the cottage when she was 17. It all started to fall into place because what I loved about that — she took this photo of three teenagers in a yellow boat who are Charlie, Sam and Percy from Every Summer After — [is that] she never spoke to those kids, but she wanted to, she was watching them from afar. That made Alice a stand-in for the readers of Every Summer After, who spent that book watching those three characters from afar. That's really how photography came into play. You've always set your books very specifically in Canada, from Ontario cottage country to P.E.I. I'm curious what it means for you to have people from around the world reading about this very specific Canadian summer experience, and in some cases, maybe wanting to visit. When I was in Brazil in the fall and I was speaking to a room of journalists and book influencers, it struck me sitting there just how far Barry's Bay had gone because Every Summer After, is so beloved there. People have travelled to Barry's Bay, which is so cool. I met a couple in New York who had driven nine hours to spend the weekend in Barry's Bay. I've seen a lot of people mentioned that they're going to, or they have gone to Prince Edward Island, where my third book is set. It means so much to me to bring this beautiful country to the world. What's your relationship like with cottaging and with the summer? My parents still live in Barry's Bay. I go back to Barry's Bay as much as I can. Every year, my husband and I, and our two boys, we rent a cottage very close by on the water. It's gorgeous. It is where I feel most connected to myself, like both my present self, but my past self as well. Every year at the lake, I lie down on the dock and I close my eyes and I think about where I am, like in life and where I want to be and I have this moment of reevaluating. That kind of experience of both literally and figuratively stepping back from my life in the city is so important to me, and it's a lot of what influenced One Golden Summer.
