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Thank you for your message. I am away from the office enjoying my favourite stories on my first ever staycation, with no access to email, and promise to get back to you upon my return, ever refreshed. With spring just around the corner, it’s time to freshen...

When asked to describe my job as a CEO, I have a long answer and a short answer. The long answer talks about product strategy, markets, customers, performance, fostering culture, knowing when to watch and when to ignore competitors. It takes forever, lots of words. It’s uplifting...

The great news is, spring is just around the corner. The bad news is, it’s not spring yet. If the grey skies have you feeling gloomy, we suggest you distract yourself with something immersive. Each of these books is a guaranteed great escape: Sunburn by Laura Lippman...

We spoke with author Cherie Dimaline and singer Jully Black about fighting for the dystopian thriller The Marrow Thieves in CBC Canada Reads.

Sharon Bala's novel The Boat People is a contestant in CBC Canada Reads, championed by broadcaster Mozhdah Jamalzadah.

One of the best things about going on vacation is all the free time you can spend reading. When I told Kobo I was going to sunny Punta Cana last month, they challenged me to go digital for seven days straight. Me, an island, and my eReader...

Craig Davidson's memoir Precious Cargo is a contestant in CBC Canada Reads, championed by storm-chasing photographer Craig Johnson.

They were each called “Queen of Crime Mysteries” or “Grand Dame of Mystery” or “First Lady of Mystery” or some other purply variation thereof. Mavens and dowagers of the genre. Ruth Rendell, P.D. James and Sue Grafton. Rendell and James were both anointed genuine baronesses, life peers...

John Lutz's work spans virtually every mystery sub-genre — from political suspense, to espionage, to amateur detective, he's written a lot. With more than forty novels and over 200 short stories and articles to his name, it's no surprise he's won numerous awards. We spoke to John...

Nothing says Valentine’s Day like cinnamon heart-shaped candies, overpriced roses and mediocre chocolates. But, it’s time to reinvent the wheel. Whether you are gushing over your significant other, single in the city, or just need to treat yourself (because you deserve it), we have recommended reads for...