Behind the Book

Helping authors self-publish books that not only meet, but exceed, industry standards.

[The Atlantic @TheAtlantic]

"You don’t know what’s in a book you haven’t read. You also don’t know what’s in a film you haven’t watched, an album you haven’t heard, or an article you haven’t clicked on. That used to matter. It no longer does," @helenlewis writes: https://t.co/gSvlZIZmLs

[The Atlantic @TheAtlantic]

These books so vividly capture the satisfactions of the pursuits they describe that you might be tempted to take up gardening or long-distance running or bookbinding and enlarge your sense of your own capabilities, @chelsealeu writes. https://t.co/7Yf9ViOSYi

[New York Times Books @nytimesbooks]

Tiktok sells a lot of books. Now its parent company, ByteDance, is launching a publishing company, leaving many in the book world to wonder if it would will create an uneven playing field. https://t.co/r0TN72ZqUu

[BC and Yukon Book Prizes @bcyukonprizes]

We're excited to announce the shortlists for the 2023 BC and Yukon Book Prizes! With so many amazing books submitted, it was hard year for our jurors to narrow it down. Congratulations to all the finalists! For all the shortlisted titles visit: https://t.co/fJWOixQQTt

[Rachelle Kanefsky @rkanefsky]

Happy to be in the fine company of @reneesarojini and John Burns of @echostories in this video for @CS_SFU. Interested in becoming an editor? See below to find out more about our wonderful profession!

[pencanada @PENCanada]

@freedom_to_read "We all have a role to play in Freedom to Read Week – learn more about the books being challenged in your schools, libraries and bookstores. Read them. Be curious. Engage in the conversation." #JoinUs #GetInvolved #FTRW2023 #Resources #ReadMore: https://t.co/KsWYPbs67Y 5/5

[Dr Jemima Hubberstey @CoffeeBookGirl]

Possibly the best book category I have ever seen.

[CBC Books @cbcbooks]

Meet the #CanadaReads 2023 contenders and the 5 books up for this year's title!!

The debates, hosted by @StandUpAli, will take place March 27-30, 2023.

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[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

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[David Moscrop @David_Moscrop]

If you're looking to read more in 2023, here are some thoughts on what works for me -- and what might work for you.

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[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

This time of year, there are many ways to give, & to highlight a charity that's close to our hearts—the gift of books & reading—our new blog post features some Cdn literacy groups accepting donations & organizations collecting used books. Happy holidays! https://t.co/TNP2HGgE28

[CBC Books @cbcbooks]

Congratulations to all the 2022 Governor General's Literary Award winners! #ggbooks #ggbooks2022 @CanadaCouncil

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[Giller Prize @GillerPrize]

Congratulations to Suzette Mayr, winner of the 2022 #ScotiabankGillerPrize for her novel THE SLEEPING CAR PORTER! https://t.co/MQ7AhgXuSQ #GillerPrize

[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

Happy #IReadCanadianDay! #amreading #canlit #books

[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

“Editors edit for the reader, not to chastise the writer.” Great piece on how to receive your marked-up MS with calm objectivity (and to thank your lucky stars that you have an editor who's got your back). https://t.co/4onHZdoyuA #authors #editors #editing

[Vancouver Writers Fest @VanWritersFest]

Welcome to the 2022 Vancouver Writers Fest! With 80 events featuring 115 authors taking place from Oct 17–23, there’s something for every reader. Get your tickets to discover exceptional books, ideas, and dialogue from around the world.
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[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

Colleen Hoover got her start in self-publishing (and has continued to do so on occasion). She has sold more than 20 million books to date across multiple genres, including romance, thriller, ghost story, etc. https://t.co/eCcvxzn3aT #selfpub #bestselling #books

[Behind the Book @Behind_Book]

Publishing works on a blockbuster model. Most books sell relatively few copies and a handful sell millions. It’s the bestsellers that keep the industry afloat, financially. #traditionalpublishing #publishing #books https://t.co/kjz9eM9VJX

[The CCBC @kidsbookcentre]

Congratulations to all of the shortlisted authors and illustrators for the 2022 #CCBCBookAwards! These nominated titles highlight the best in Canadian books for young people. @festofauthors @TD_Canada https://t.co/LlKuQAvDdI