Sheena Kamal talks about the third instalment of her Nora Watts mystery series No Going Back and debut YA novel Fight Like a Girl. It's about four young girls — Eve, Faith, KeeKee and Nia — and the choices they are forced to make one fateful summer. It’s all well and good to read all those everyday conversations from your French course – Marie et Jeanne sont au café; Où est … ", Bertrand Bickersteth on The Response of Weeds. When set-in-his-ways Badger gets a new roommate, the easygoing Skunk, both are changed forever by the new friendship that follows. Most of us come to expect some heavy hitters in the fall but, much like this year, the September 2020 publishing schedule is one for the record books. Ghost Stories from Old Newfoundland. There are, of course, many other Canadian literary awards, but these are a great place to start. There’s quite an embarrassment of riches this September when it comes to long-awaited, must-read new releases. Sheena Kamal on No Going Back and Fight Like a Girl. Heather T. Smith is a writer from Waterloo, Ont. The curse has been broken but Prince Rhen must now face rumors that he is not the true heir as forbidden magic now roams Emberfall. The frozen barren grounds they find set the pair on a mission of survival and self-determination. Their focus is on books written by Canadians, and books written for a Canadian audience. Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered on CBC Gem. Read affiliate disclosure. His long list of honours includes the American Caldecott Medal and CILIP Kate Greenaway Medal (both for This Is Not My Hat, which he wrote and illustrated), as well as the Governor General's Literary Award for children's literature — illustration for Cats' Night Out written by Caroline Stutson. By submitting a comment, you accept that CBC has the right to reproduce and publish that comment in whole or in part, in any manner CBC chooses. Bertrand Bickersteth is a poet, author and educator who was born in Sierra Leone, raised in Alberta, and has lived in the U.K. and the U.S. Our top pick: Wendy, Master of Art by Walter Scott. Posted on Apr 30, 2020. The Girl of Hawthorn and Glass depicts a fantasy world of witches and the assassins they created to hunt down ghosts in the human world. Eric Fan and Terry Fan are brothers and frequent collaborators on children's books. Her stories have won an O. Henry Award and appeared in Harper's, Granta, The Paris Review and NOON. Her older brother fled to a Greek island, her dad tells her she's going to be cut off after she graduates, she hooks up with a co-worker and there's a customer at the restaurant where she works who harasses her. Gillian Goerz is an illustrator, writer and cartoonist from Toronto. Subscribe. The Goodreads Choice Awards are the only major book awards decided by readers. Bloom is the first book in a series by Kenneth Oppel about three teenagers, Anaya, Petra and Seth, who live on Salt Spring Island. When spring break is extended an extra two weeks due to the virus, Quinn and her teen friends must quickly adapt to a new reality of virtual classroom and social distancing. Capturing the daily lives of immigrants, Souvankham Thammavongsa captures their hopes, disappointments, trauma and acts of defiance. Ciel's best friend Stephie is a trans girl but desires to be less visible now that they're both in high school. Ciel is about a gender non-conforming trans kid determined to make their way in the world. Supplying over sixty-years’ worth of experience in children’s publishing, Scholastic Canada is an award-winning institution. Here are  CBC Books 's picks for the top Canadian YA and middle grade books of 2020. See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian fiction, Souvankham Thammavongsa's stories explore the diversity of the immigrant experience, See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian nonfiction, See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian poetry, See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian comics, See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian middle-grade and YA, Sheena Kamal writes fiction so she and others can feel seen, See the rest of CBC Books' picks for Canadian picture books, The Fan brothers: Books we'd love to illustrate. Wesley King was on his boat in Halifax when he got a call that changed his life: Kobe Bryant, the basketball legend, wanted to talk to him about developing a children's book together. To encourage thoughtful and respectful conversations, first and last names will appear with each submission to CBC/Radio-Canada's online communities (except in children and youth-oriented communities). She’s currently looking for visual storytellers only, though she’ll accept titles ranging from board books to YA graphic novels. The Cost: $14.99 per month (less with 3- and 12-month subscriptions). The much-anticipated sequel to A Curse So Dark and Lonely (a Beauty and the Beast retelling), will be released on January 7, 2020. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. Gul has one thing on her mind: revenge. Arlo & Pips is a chapter-book series all about Arlo the crow and his tiny friend Pips. As Libby struggles with how to deal with the men in her life, as well as figuring out what her future plan is, she has an outburst at work that makes everything worse. In an effort to break the chain of violence in her family, Trisha chooses to channel her violent impulses into Muay Thai kickboxing. Quebec author-illustrator Elise Gravel teaches kids that it's okay to be cranky, Author-illustrator Elise Gravel uses humour to subvert gender roles and teach children about frustration in her new book, "The Cranky Ballerina. The Girl of Hawthorn and Glass is for ages 15 and up. Her other books include The Bat, The Mushroom Fan Club, I Want a Monster! Wesley King is a children's book author from Nova Scotia. Genres: Book of the Month has the widest selection of all the book clubs on this list, and includes new releases, fiction, young adult, non-fiction, and more. She is the creator of the webcomic Assigned Male and has illustrated several comic books. Cost is $18/month, shipping to Canada is $20. Read an excerpt and see the cover of the Jon Klassen-illustrated middle-grade novel, The epic novel that gives YA sci-fi writer Caryn Lix courage, Janice Lynn Mather wanted to show readers the real side of paradise in her latest novel, 2018 Governor General's Literary Award for young people's literature — text, Michael Hutchinson's Mighty Muskrats Mystery series reflects diversity within Indigenous communities, 2019 Governor General's Literary Award for young people's literature — text, Edeet Ravel, Elana Wolff among winners of the 2020 Canadian Jewish Literary Awards, The Field Guide to the North American Teenager, Kenneth Oppel on weird research and amazing readers, Sheena Kamal writes fiction so she and others can feel seen. Ghost Stories from Old Newfoundland is for ages 8-12. A group of female rebel warriors take Gul in and train her to become one of them. by … How to Pronounce Knife won the 2020 Scotiabank Giller Prize. Eli is a teenage girl and trained assassin taught to kill with her seven living blades. Ciel loves using their YouTube channel as a form of expression and they desperately need a new camera to take things to another level. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. The 10 ghost stories are all set in and around Old Newfoundland and are based on family tales passed down over generations. The jury wrote this about their decision: "How to Pronounce Knife is a stunning collection of stories that portray the immigrant experience in achingly beautiful prose. He's reaching more readers than ever: his 2006 novel We All Fall Down came in at #88 on the list of the bestselling 150 Canadian books of the past 10 years. A group of renegades are in an ongoing battle to capture the Heart of the Coven. The Barren Grounds is the first book of a new middle-grade series by David A. Robertson. Quinn's home life is also affected as her doctor father is forced to self-isolate, and her friends' families lives are changed in similar ways. And she's really good at it. Here are the CBC Books picks for the top Canadian YA and middle-grade books of the year. Michael Hutchinson talks about his Mighty Muskrats Mystery series for middle grade readers. The Barnabus Project features a secret underground lab, genetically engineered creatures and a story about freedom. Michelle Kadarusman is a Canadian Australian Indonesian author of novels for children and teens. That phone call led to The Wizenard Series, which is about the ups and downs of youth basketball, and what’s possible with hard work and a little magic. Screech! Michael Hutchinson on his Mighty Muskrats Mystery series. 1 offer from CDN$36.00 #3. This article contains affiliate links. Her 2018 novel-in-verse Ebb & Flow was a finalist for the Governor General's Literary Award for children's literature — text and won the 2019 TD Canadian Children's Literature Award, a $50,000 prize that recognizes the best Canadian children's book of the year. Comments are welcome while open. Why Ben Philippe wrote a YA novel about being a black French Canadian kid in Texas. There, they learn about their grandfather's little sister, who was scooped up by the government and adopted out to strangers without her parents' permission many years ago. Facing the Sun is a coming-of-age story set in the Bahamas. The Barnabus Project is his first children's book and marks the first time all three brothers have written and illustrated a picture book together. Here are the top reader-recommended monthly book subscriptions of 2020, spanning various genres and age ranges: 1. A Heart So Fierce and Broken by Brigid Kemmerer. Pick your 1, 3 or 6 month plan! Children's book author Wesley King on collaborating with Kobe Bryant on The Wizenard Series. The Canadian Children's Book Centre (CCBC) is a national, not-for-profit organization dedicated to encouraging, promoting and supporting the reading, writing, illustrating and publishing of Canadian books for young readers. and The Worst Book Ever. He is the author of The Case of Windy Lake. 5. When you can read it: Oct. 1, 2020 Sybil Lamb is a Canadian trans author and artist. She is the author of The Theory of Hummingbirds and Girl of the Southern Sea, which was a finalist for the 2019 Governor General's Literary Award for young people's literature — text. Here are CBC Books's favourite books of the year. 1 day ago. Inspired by reluctant readers when he was a grade five teacher, he decided to write them a story they couldn't put down. Danielle Younge-Ullman is Toronto-based novelist, playwright and freelance writer. The pair feel out of place and disconnected in their new surroundings — until they uncover a secret portal in the attic that opens up to a magical reality. reply | flag * message 19: by Danielle (new) Oct 10, 2018 08:54AM. She is the author of the 2014 YA novel I've Got a Time Bomb. and Sugar Falls, a Governor General's Literary Award-winning picture book called When We Were Alone, illustrated by Julie Flett and the YA book Strangers and the memoir Black Water. Her parents were murdered because Gul is marked. In a special treat, Jon Klassen -- one of the most acclaimed new talents in children's literature -- joins guest host and illustrator Kevin Sylvester to discuss storytelling, stealing hats and when it's okay to scare kids. This mission involves teamwork and beating the odds. 2020 wasn't great in a lot of ways, but it was a great year for reading. Tanaz Bhathena is a YA novelist based in Mississauga, Ont. From BookNet Canada: We love libraries! They are also the author of the YA novel The Boi of Feather and Steel. Here are CBC Books's picks for the top Canadian YA and middle grade books of 2020. Natasha Donovan is a Vancouver-based illustrator whose work has appeared in The Other Side and This Place: 150 Years Retold. Paperback . Kevin Sylvester is a broadcaster, occasional CBC Radio host and the award-winning illustrator and writer of middle-grade books such as the Neil Flambé Capers series and the MiNRS space adventure series. Here are CBC Books's picks for the top Canadian YA and middle grade books of 2020. In thriller writer Sheena Kamal's first YA novel Fight Like a Girl, Trisha grew up with an abusive father who would come and go as he pleased. As one of the most popular kids in his prestigious high school — and as the operator of a highly successful dog walking business — Henri has it made and his dream of attending his top college choice awaits. Bring yourself some joy this season by rainbowing up your shelves! Devin Fan is an artist, poet and youth worker. And that’s the list of award-winning Canadian books for 2020! She is also the author of the graphic novel Surviving the City. Our top pick: The Barnabus Project by the Fan Brothers. Home Body Rupi Kaur. Flux (YA fiction). 4.8 out of 5 stars 11. Book of the Month . Caryn Lix is a YA fantasy writer based in Alberta. Even though Natt knows that there's a war going on, he's still frustrated that his family treats him like a child. Canadian fiction CBC Books named Philippe a writer to watch in 2019. How David A. Robertson manages to write as much as he does, How sea glass inspired Heather Smith to write a timeless children's story, Governor General's Literary Award for children's literature — text. Most Popular Books Published In 2020. Prices in USD. His writing has appeared in the Toronto Star, Toronto Life, Now Magazine and the Walrus. Oppel is a bestselling author whose books include the Silverwing trilogy, which has sold over a million copies worldwide, and Airborn, which won the Governor General's Literary Award for children's literature — text. Robertson is an author and graphic novelist based in Winnipeg. A variety of newsletters you'll love, delivered straight to you. We reserve the right to close comments at any time. Top 200 books published in 2020 that people have added on Goodreads. It is set in Winnipeg where two Indigenous kids, Morgan and Eli, are placed in a new foster home. We'll ship you a box a month until you say when. The story is inspired by the imagined childhood of Agatha Christie and her most popular creation, the character of Hercule Poirot. 18 books for the music fan this holiday season. Pseudonyms will no longer be permitted. She has published four books of poetry, including 2019's Cluster. Markus Harwood-Jones is a writer, artist and filmmaker based in Toronto. 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