Reading Lists
Funny Women
The humour isn't obvious. It builds slowly. You start by cackling softly as you read, but soon enough you are clutching your belly and have happy tears streaming down your cheeks (because you realize you are not alone).
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Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Awards 2012 Shortlist
This year's short list represents some of Canada's best-known children's book authors and some new names. The Children's Picture Book category showcases diverse illustration and story styles, ranging from stories of migration, adventures on two wheels, tales of mischievous animal characters, to picturesque evocations of Canadian flora and fauna. The Young Adult / Middle Reader category challenges its jury with historical novels and stories from abroad, as well as thrilling mysteries and a celebration of women authors.The 2012 winners will be announced at Toronto’s Parkdale Junior and Senior Public School, 78 Seaforth Ave. at 1:00 p.m. on May 31, 2012.
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2012 Arthur Ellis Nominees
The Arthur Ellis Awards, established in 1984 and named after the nom de travail of Canada's official hangman, are awarded annually by the Crime Writers of Canada http://www.crimewriterscanada.com/awards/arthur-ellis-awards/about
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