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The Province
5 hours ago
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- The Province
Searching for your next book? Check out the new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf
The new eBookshelf collection will feature books that are either about B.C., set in B.C., or written by a B.C. author Finding your next B.C. book just got a lot easier. Photo by Vimvertigo / Getty Images/iStockphoto Reviews and recommendations are unbiased and products are independently selected. Postmedia may earn an affiliate commission from purchases made through links on this page. The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia (Books B.C.), in partnership with the B.C. Libraries Cooperative, has just announced the launch of the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Exclusive articles by top sports columnists Patrick Johnston, Ben Kuzma, J.J. Abrams and others. Plus, Canucks Report, Sports and Headline News newsletters and events. 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Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors The new eBookshelf collection will feature books that are 'either about B.C., set in B.C., or written by a B.C. author,' according to a statement. So far, 17 B.C. publishers are participating in the collection and have submitted 652 titles, with more ebooks to be added in the future. The collection is curated by B.C. librarians and includes a variety of categories, including award-winning and nominated books, travel beautiful B.C., children's and YA books, and local non-fiction, the nature of B.C. and more. All 71 B.C. public libraries are participating in the program. 'At a time when readers are eager to connect with made-in-B. C. books, we are so excited to be launching this collection. Library patrons across the province can now easily browse the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf collection and find titles that explore topics related to their communities and interests,' Matea Kulić, executive director Books B.C., said in a statement. Essential reading for hockey fans who eat, sleep, Canucks, repeat. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Patrons can browse hundreds of ebooks within the Read Local B.C. guide. Titles will be added regularly across a range of genres. The collection is available via the Libby app. To help celebrate the launch of the eBookshelf, Read Local B.C. has partnered with OverDrive to give one winner a new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. The contest is open now until June 20 and can be entered at: The winner will be announced by June 23. Wayde Compton, a multidisciplinary writer, historian and editor. Photo by Handout / Handout There will be an official public launch event at The Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch, on June 19 at 11 a.m. B.C. authors Wayde Compton and Candie Tanaka will read from their award-winning books, and Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, will be on hand to officially announce the new initiative. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'B.C. is home to amazing authors and publishers, and now it's easier than ever to find their stories. The new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf allows people across the province to explore an incredible range of local books that reflect our communities, histories, and imaginations,' said Chandra Herbert in a statement. 'As an avid reader, I am so excited to see this fantastic tool launched as it shines a spotlight on our local publishers, authors, and illustrators. It will help more B.C. stories get discovered and shared by audiences of all ages.' Read More Vancouver Canucks Vancouver Canucks Sports Local News News
Yahoo
9 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Searching for your next book? Check out the new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf
The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia (Books B.C.), in partnership with the B.C. Libraries Cooperative, has just announced the launch of the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf. The new eBookshelf collection will feature books that are 'either about B.C., set in B.C., or written by a B.C. author,' according to a statement. So far, 17 B.C. publishers are participating in the collection and have submitted 652 titles, with more ebooks to be added in the future. The collection is curated by B.C. librarians and includes a variety of categories, including award-winning and nominated books, travel beautiful B.C., children's and YA books, and local non-fiction, the nature of B.C. and more. All 71 B.C. public libraries are participating in the program. 'At a time when readers are eager to connect with made-in-B. C. books, we are so excited to be launching this collection. Library patrons across the province can now easily browse the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf collection and find titles that explore topics related to their communities and interests,' Matea Kulić, executive director Books B.C., said in a statement. Patrons can browse hundreds of ebooks within the Read Local B.C. guide. Titles will be added regularly across a range of genres. The collection is available via the Libby app. To help celebrate the launch of the eBookshelf, Read Local B.C. has partnered with OverDrive to give one winner a new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. The contest is open now until June 20 and can be entered at: The winner will be announced by June 23. There will be an official public launch event at The Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch, on June 19 at 11 a.m. B.C. authors Wayde Compton and Candie Tanaka will read from their award-winning books, and Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, will be on hand to officially announce the new initiative. 'B.C. is home to amazing authors and publishers, and now it's easier than ever to find their stories. The new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf allows people across the province to explore an incredible range of local books that reflect our communities, histories, and imaginations,' said Chandra Herbert in a statement. 'As an avid reader, I am so excited to see this fantastic tool launched as it shines a spotlight on our local publishers, authors, and illustrators. It will help more B.C. stories get discovered and shared by audiences of all ages.' Is book banning coming to Canada? Libraries, book stores, authors watching closely Here are 5 B.C. books you should be reading right now Honour Black History Month with books by Black B.C. authors Here are 5 B.C. books you should read this summer Sense of smell is triggering time travel device in Vancouver writer's new Y/A novel Voices for the Islands helps readers turn apathy into action 50-year-old Harbour Publishing has just the book for you — plus its 5 greatest hits
Vancouver Sun
9 hours ago
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- Vancouver Sun
Searching for your next book? Check out the new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf
The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia (Books B.C.), in partnership with the B.C. Libraries Cooperative, has just announced the launch of the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf . The new eBookshelf collection will feature books that are 'either about B.C. , set in B.C. , or written by a B.C. author ,' according to a statement. So far, 17 B.C. publishers are participating in the collection and have submitted 652 titles, with more ebooks to be added in the future. The collection is curated by B.C. librarians and includes a variety of categories, including award-winning and nominated books, travel beautiful B.C., children's and YA books , and local non-fiction, the nature of B.C. and more. All 71 B.C. public libraries are participating in the program. Get top headlines and gossip from the world of celebrity and entertainment. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder. The next issue of Sun Spots will soon be in your inbox. Please try again Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. 'At a time when readers are eager to connect with made-in- B. C. books , we are so excited to be launching this collection. Library patrons across the province can now easily browse the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf collection and find titles that explore topics related to their communities and interests,' Matea Kulić, executive director Books B.C., said in a statement. Patrons can browse hundreds of ebooks within the Read Local B.C. guide. Titles will be added regularly across a range of genres. The collection is available via the Libby app . To help celebrate the launch of the eBookshelf, Read Local B.C. has partnered with OverDrive to give one winner a new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. The contest is open now until June 20 and can be entered at: . The winner will be announced by June 23. There will be an official public launch event at The Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch, on June 19 at 11 a.m. B.C. authors Wayde Compton and Candie Tanaka will read from their award-winning books, and Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, will be on hand to officially announce the new initiative. 'B.C. is home to amazing authors and publishers, and now it's easier than ever to find their stories. The new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf allows people across the province to explore an incredible range of local books that reflect our communities, histories, and imaginations,' said Chandra Herbert in a statement. 'As an avid reader, I am so excited to see this fantastic tool launched as it shines a spotlight on our local publishers, authors, and illustrators. It will help more B.C. stories get discovered and shared by audiences of all ages.'
Calgary Herald
9 hours ago
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- Calgary Herald
Searching for your next book? Check out the new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf
The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia (Books B.C.), in partnership with the B.C. Libraries Cooperative, has just announced the launch of the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf. Article content The new eBookshelf collection will feature books that are 'either about B.C., set in B.C., or written by a B.C. author,' according to a statement. Article content So far, 17 B.C. publishers are participating in the collection and have submitted 652 titles, with more ebooks to be added in the future. The collection is curated by B.C. librarians and includes a variety of categories, including award-winning and nominated books, travel beautiful B.C., children's and YA books, and local non-fiction, the nature of B.C. and more. Article content Article content Article content 'At a time when readers are eager to connect with made-in- B. C. books, we are so excited to be launching this collection. Library patrons across the province can now easily browse the Read Local B.C. eBookshelf collection and find titles that explore topics related to their communities and interests,' Matea Kulić, executive director Books B.C., said in a statement. Article content To help celebrate the launch of the eBookshelf, Read Local B.C. has partnered with OverDrive to give one winner a new Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. The contest is open now until June 20 and can be entered at: The winner will be announced by June 23. Article content Article content Article content There will be an official public launch event at The Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch, on June 19 at 11 a.m. B.C. authors Wayde Compton and Candie Tanaka will read from their award-winning books, and Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport, will be on hand to officially announce the new initiative. Article content 'B.C. is home to amazing authors and publishers, and now it's easier than ever to find their stories. The new Read Local B.C. eBookshelf allows people across the province to explore an incredible range of local books that reflect our communities, histories, and imaginations,' said Chandra Herbert in a statement. 'As an avid reader, I am so excited to see this fantastic tool launched as it shines a spotlight on our local publishers, authors, and illustrators. It will help more B.C. stories get discovered and shared by audiences of all ages.' Article content Article content
