Finalist for the Governor General's Literary Award for FictionLonglisted for the 2022 Scotiabank Giller PrizeA National BestsellerWinner of the 2022 Indigenous Voices Awards' Published Prose in English PrizeShortlisted for the 2022 Amazon Canada First Novel AwardLonglisted for CBC Canada Reads 2022Longlisted for First Nations Community Reads 2022An Indigo Top 100 Book of 2021An Indigo Top 10 Best Canadian Fiction Book of 2021

From the award-winning, bestselling author of All the Quiet Places, comes Brian Thomas Isaac's highly anticipated, haunting and tender return to the Okanagan Indian Reserve and a teenager's struggle to become a man in a world of racism and hardship.Summer, 1968. For the first time since his big brother, Eddie, disappeared two years earlier—either a runaway or dead by his own hand—sixteen-year-old Lewis Toma has shaken off some of his grief. His mo...

The basis for the Emmy-winning film. "A wonderful, highly readable account of the history of the universe from the Big Bang through the present moment."—Thomas Lovejoy, University Professor in Environmental Science and Policy, George Mason UniversityThrough the astonishing combined achievements of natural scientists worldwide, we now have a detailed account of how galaxies and stars, planets and living organisms, human beings and human consciousness came to be. And...

People of all ages are fascinated by dinosaurs. And they have a lot of questions about them too:When and where did dinosaurs live?Are they mentioned in the Bible?What does the fossil evidence tell us about dinosaurs?There are some people who say dinosaurs lived millions of years ago, long before humans. But if the Bible is correct when it talks about God's creation of the world and universe, then dinosaurs and people both lived on the earth ...

**A Scientific and Medical Network Book Prize WinnerFrom the host and cocreator of PBS’s Journey of the Universe, a fresh look at how the rich collision between science and spirituality has influenced contemporary consciousness**The understanding that the universe has been expanding since its fiery beginning 14 billion years ago and has developed into stars, galaxies, life, and human consciousness is one of the most significant in human history. It is taught throug...

Rutherford B. Hayes isn't always the first name kids hear when learning about U.S. presidents, but his story is filled with drama, courage, and lessons that still matter today. From his early years in a small Ohio town to his time as a Civil War soldier wounded on the battlefield, he showed determination and honesty that earned respect from those around him. Later, he became the president chosen in one of the closest and most contested elections in American history—an election decided by j...

The division of India in 1947 was more than a political decision—it was one of the largest and most devastating human migrations in history. As borders were hastily drawn, millions of ordinary people found their homes suddenly on the “wrong” side of a line on a map. Families fled in fear, communities that had lived side by side for centuries fractured overnight, and trains packed with refugees rolled across the subcontinent, many never reaching their destination. Between one and two millio...

High above the River Thames stands a tower with a clock so big and a bell so loud that the whole world knows its sound. For more than 150 years, it has struck the hours, marked historic moments, and become one of the most famous landmarks in London. But behind the chimes lies a story full of fire, invention, challenges, and triumphs.This engaging history book takes readers on a journey through the creation and legacy of Britain's most iconic clock tower. From the fire that destroye...

The rise of machines didn't just change how people worked—it transformed how they lived, thought, and imagined the future. In a matter of decades, the world shifted from quiet villages and hand tools to roaring factories, sprawling cities, and global connections. Steam engines powered trains that shrank distances, textile machines reshaped economies, and new inventions rewired daily life. But with progress came struggle: polluted skies, dangerous workplaces, child labor, and battles for ri...

In an age where artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of work, the question isn’t whether your job will change—it’s how you’ll evolve with it. Across every field, from healthcare to design to education, technology is transforming how we create, collaborate, and find meaning in what we do. This book is a roadmap for anyone who wants to stay relevant, fulfilled, and human in a machine-driven world.It explores the future of work through a new lens—one where curiosity, creativ...

Turning a truck into steady income doesn’t happen by chance—it happens when you approach hauling and delivery with a clear plan and the right mindset. Whether you want extra cash on the weekends or you’re ready to create a full-time venture, this guide walks you through the practical steps, strategies, and decisions that help transform a vehicle into a working business.Inside, you’ll find how to evaluate different opportunities, from local deliveries to junk hauling, moving help, a...

For over eight hundred years, a strange and marvelous tower has stood in the Italian city of Pisa—tilted, crooked, and yet unbroken. Generations have traveled from around the world to see it with their own eyes, puzzled by the same question: how can a building lean so far and not fall?This book brings the incredible story of the Leaning Tower to life for curious readers ages 7 to 12. From the bustling city Pisa once was, to the ambitious plans of its builders, to the shocking disco...