Author Jane Austen is best known for Pride and Prejudice, however, during her life, the writer completed six novels (in addition to other writings), and her works are still relevant over 200 years later. Austen’s works have come to define the Regency period, while her name seems to encompass the social milieu, manners, and tastes… Continue reading Facts About Jane Austen, the Beloved Author
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Take Part in Family Literacy Day on January 27th
Across Canada on January 27th, Family Literacy Day is taking place. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family, and while it may be sometime before we can travel again, this year’s theme is Travel the World Together. Family Literacy… Continue reading Take Part in Family Literacy Day on January 27th
Humboldt Broncos Crash Survivor Kaleb Dahlgren Writes Memoir
Source: CTV News Saskatoon Staff, saskatoon.ctvnews.ca, January 20, 2021 A portion of the proceeds will be donated to STARS. SASKATOON — A survivor of the Humboldt Broncos bus crash has penned a memoir which will be released later this year. “I am extremely humbled, honoured, and excited to announce that I have written a book,”… Continue reading Humboldt Broncos Crash Survivor Kaleb Dahlgren Writes Memoir
Kindersley Jobs: Sales Coordinator
Job Order #: 5771991 Employer Name:Pattison Agriculture Limited Location: KINDERSLEY # of Positions: 1 Employment Terms: Full Time Apply By: 18-Dec-2020 Description In order to help Pattison Agriculture fulfill its mission: Through teamwork and innovation, we partner with our customers who help feed the world, we are looking for a Sales Coordinator in Kindersley. Get… Continue reading Kindersley Jobs: Sales Coordinator
Kindersley Jobs: Bookkeeper
Job Order #: 5767723 Employer Name: Kindersley Bearing (2008) Ltd Wage/Salary Info:$11.45 to $23.00 hourly (to be negotiated) Posted Date:09-Nov-2020 Location:KINDERSLEY # of Positions:1 Employment Terms:Full Time Length of Employment:Full Time, 80 hours bi-weekly Education:Grade 12 Apply By:23-Nov-2020 Skills And Abilities Specific Skills – Reconcile accounts – Keep financial records and establish, maintain and balance… Continue reading Kindersley Jobs: Bookkeeper
From Our Latest Issue: The Re-Release of 25 Classic Books Published Under Male Pseudonyms
By Nicole Jones It’s no secret that throughout history, many female writers have used male pen names as a way for their work to be published or taken seriously. However, thanks to the Women’s Prize for Fiction 25 women and their work are now being recognized. Founded in 1996, the prize was set up to… Continue reading From Our Latest Issue: The Re-Release of 25 Classic Books Published Under Male Pseudonyms
From Our Latest Issue: Two New Books Will Mark the 40th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope
By Nicole Jones Together, Penguin Random House Canada and the Fox Family are marking the 40th anniversary of the Marathon of Hope, with the publication of two new books this summer. On September 1st, Viking Canada will publish Forever Terry: A Legacy in Letters, comprising 40 letters from 40 contributors who give voice to everything… Continue reading From Our Latest Issue: Two New Books Will Mark the 40th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope
From our latest issue: 7-Year-Old Raises Thousands to Donate Multicultural Crayons and Books to Schools
By Nicole Jones Apart from wanting to be a Paleontologist and Equestrian when she grows up, Madison Wilson’s current dream is to get multicultural crayons and books into California classrooms — and so far she is succeeding. Wilson, just age 7, wants to make sure that her fellow students see themselves reflected in their classrooms,… Continue reading From our latest issue: 7-Year-Old Raises Thousands to Donate Multicultural Crayons and Books to Schools
From our latest issue: Children Are Reading to Therapy Dogs via Zoom
By Nicole Jones Ever since the lockdown began due to COVID-19, people have devised new ways of keeping themselves busy. This is especially true for some children who are now reading to therapy dogs via Zoom. In an effort to help kids who are in the beginning phase of reading and boost their confidence, a… Continue reading From our latest issue: Children Are Reading to Therapy Dogs via Zoom
From our latest issue:Books That Feature Disabilities And Neurodiverse Characters
By Nicole Jones As we all know, diversity matters and everyone should feel represented in literature in some way. For many reasons, it’s important for children to have someone that represents them in some way, while also providing them someone they can relate to. Unfortunately, it’s tough to find books that feature disabled and/or neurodiverse… Continue reading From our latest issue:Books That Feature Disabilities And Neurodiverse Characters