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The Book Nook: A collection of queer literature to buy at Cross & Crows
August 2, 2024Nestled in a quaint corner south of Commercial-Broadway SkyTrain station is Cross & Crows Books. This cozy haven is “the friendliest, queerest bookstore in East Van,” and features a variety of queer literature for all to explore. On Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., they offer mask-mandatory shopping and reduced lighting. Buy their books at their store, or online with shipping or local East Vancouver-based deliveries. Here are some of our suggestions for your next summer read. it was never going to be okay [caption id="attachment_129001" align="alignnone" width="207"] ILLUSTRATION: Courtesy of Angela Yee[/caption] jaye simpson’s moving poetry and prose…
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Oma’s Bag by Michelle Wang heartens families grappling with dementia
February 6, 2024Content Warning: mentions of end-of-life illnesses. Michelle Wang’s newest childrens’ book out in March, Oma’s Bag demonstrates that love and laughter can make a huge difference in coping with a loved one’s difficult diagnosis. This child-appropriate and approachable picture book…
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Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? delves into a Hollywood history of passing
January 8, 2024I stumbled upon Crystal Smith Paul’s debut novel by accident, the cover featuring a glamorous woman dressed in the picture of old Hollywood elegance. I was instantly intrigued. I decided to download the ebook to escape the pre-holiday fiasco after…
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A review of The Hundred Years War on Palestine by Rashid Khalidi
November 28, 2023Content warning: discussions of genocide. Rashid Khalidi’s book, The Hundred Years’ War on Palestine, is an essential read if you want to understand the history of Palestine. The notion that this history is too complicated to understand is often used…
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Mexican Gothic reimagines colonial horror stories
November 9, 2023Content warning: brief mention of eugenics and colonialism. Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia will leave you unsettled, frightened, and absolutely horrified. Just thinking about it sends a chill down my spine. Halloween may be over, but this horrifying gothic mystery…
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East Side Story sheds a new light on the PNE
November 7, 2023Content warning: mention of Japanese internment camps. Founded in 1910, the Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) nestled in Hastings Park in East Vancouver is considered a hallmark of Vancouver by many. For over 113 years (and counting), the PNE has managed…
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Fast-paced reads perfect for poolside reading
July 19, 2023There’s nothing like opening up a good beach read and completely forgetting about real life for a couple hours. This selection features authors who capture the reader and transport them into each story. From a feel-good travelling tale to an…
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Graphic novel combats racism in the publishing industry with humour
June 23, 2023A Career in Books: A Novel about Friends, Money, and the Occasional Duck Bun by Kate Gavino exemplifies all the reasons a writer and book-lover might strive to work in the world of publishing — while pointing out how this…
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Must-read books by Indigenous authors
June 13, 2023[caption id="attachment_125483" align="alignnone" width="198"] PHOTO: Courtesy of One World[/caption] Sabrina & Corina: Stories by Kali Fajardo-Anstine This contemporary collection of stories is rated just over four stars on Goodreads, though in my opinion, it deserves five. Fajardo-Anstine crafts “a narrative…
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The Book Nook: Five books to add to your summer reading list
May 16, 2023[caption id="attachment_125240" align="alignnone" width="199"] PHOTO: Courtesy of Ecco[/caption] The World Keeps Ending, and the World Goes On by Franny Choi Reading poetry in a shaded area with a cool drink in hand — what could be a better way to…
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Simon Fraser University’s independent student newspaper since 1965.
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