Here is the list of the top 10 fiction and non-fiction titles sold in Edmonton for the week ending May 28, 2017 by Audreys Books and provided by the Book Publi
Still a favourite at 50
Picture it… It’s 1967, an Edmonton Public Library children’s membership costs five cents and an adult one is only a quarter. The downtown library has an artwork rental service, a smoking room and a petting zoo. Futuristic gadgets like a Xerox copier, four-track tape recorder, Kodak camera and label maker boost the feeling of innovation…
Edmonton Best Seller List for May 21, 2017
Here is the list of the top 10 fiction and non-fiction titles sold in Edmonton for the week ending May 21, 2017 by Audreys Books and provided by the Book Publishers Association of Alberta. Edmonton Fiction Bestsellers 1 Oil Change at Rath's Garage - Shari Narine * 2 Paper Teeth - Lauralyn Chow *+ 3 Gatekeeper - Natasha Deen * 4 Liberation…
The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But
This list is from Capital City Press featured writer SG Wong called "The Truth, the Whole Truth, and Nothing But". "I read non-fiction books mainly for research purposes, but I also find memoirs and social histories intriguing as well. Here are some I’m interested in, and some I’ve enjoyed in the past. P.S. This is my…
Edmonton Best Seller List for May 14, 2017
Here is the list of the top 10 fiction and non-fiction titles sold in Edmonton for the week ending May 14, 2017 by Audreys Books and provided by the Book Publi
Top 5 Ways to Cheer Up the Lonely Days
Written by Hilary Kirkpatrick, EPL Outreach Worker As a social worker for the Edmonton Public Library, I know the importance of community building and making connections for those who are feeling lonely. Having a supportive network of people and meaningful connections can give us the boost we need to feel better about ourselves and have…
Helping Newcomer Teens Adapt to Life in Canada
By Mona Bacon, EPL Community Librarian Ammar is a confident and outgoing grade eleven student with a ready smile and a great sense of humour. He is also a newcomer to Canada. He recently arrived in Edmonton from Syria and, like the other 16 teens who have come to the EPL Castle Downs Branch on…
Kids Sing And Dance Their Way to Reading and Writing
Written by Rachel Dueck, Library Assistant Do you ever find yourself humming while changing a diaper? Or making up a silly song about airplanes as you are circling your toddler’s mouth with a spoonful of smashed peas? And why, you ask? It’s the power of singing! As a mother to four beautiful daughters and an…
The Gift My Mom Gave Me
Written by Susan Chau, Community Librarian Being a mom is one of the hardest roles there is. It’s wonderful that once a year in May moms get to feel extra special and appreciated with flowers, phone calls and breakfast in bed. As Mother’s Day approaches, I’m hearing heartwarming stories from customers who shared their first…
Andre Picard’s Book Recommendations
Andre Picard is a health reporter and columnist for The Globe and Mail who has been honored for his dedication to improving healthcare. He was named Canada's first "Public Health Hero" by the Canadian Public Health Association and as a "Champion of Mental Health" by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health. He has…
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