“A deftly paced must-read for anyone who’s keen to solve one of Canada’s most notorious and baffling “whodunits.”
— Ken Cuthbertson
Author of Halifax Explosion: Canada’s Worst Disaster and 1945: The Year that Made Modern Canada
New Releases!
Mass Murder, Police Mayhem
A layperson’s guide to the report that explains how the senseless tragedy in Portapique happened, and how we can prevent such violence in the future.
$24.95, Paperback
Shovels not Rifles
Historical young adult fiction set in the First World War featuring a young African Nova Scotian in the No. 2 Construction Battalion who faces racism and discrimination from his fellow Canadians.
$19.95, PaperbackInterest ages: 13-18Reading level: Grade 2
Who Killed Richard Oland?
A detailed account of murder, money, scandal and family tensions.
$27.95, Paperback
My First East Coast Bird Book
A field guide so kids can learn more about the most common birds found in Canada’s Maritime provinces.
$19.95, Paperback
Canada’s East Coast Seashore
This full-colour book is the perfect companion for anyone who enjoys the Atlantic seashore. From seashells and bugs to birds, plants and seaweed, it provides key information on a wide variety of animals, plants and insects.
$24.95, Paperback
Best Nova Scotia Beaches, Updated and revised
Biologist and naturalist, Allan Billard identifies 27 top Nova Scotia beaches. He provides details on each including information on terrain, seasonal availability, lifeguards, cell phone reception, and even the unique natural history that makes each beach special.
$24.95, Paperback
Touring the Cabot Trail and Beyond
A stunningly photographed guide to the Cabot trail and the whale watching, birding, hiking and more that Cape Breton Island is famous for.
$24.95, Paperback
Dead in Halifax: Stories of Adventure, Scandal, Heartbreak and Heroism
Stories from the lives of the notable and the notorious who ended up in Halifax’s five historic downtown cemeteries
$24.95, Paperback
Forthcoming Books
The Art of Mi’kmaw Basketry
The work of nine preeminent contemporary Mi’kmaw artists
$29.95, Paperback
The East Coast Celebrations Cookbook
Fresh local seafood and produce shine in variations on classic recipes and delightful menus for every special occasion of the year.
$29.95, Paperback
The East Coast Christmas Cookbook
Delicious ideas for the holidays on Canada’s East Coast, including Christmas baking, menus for a memorable Christmas dinner and lots of special seasonal treats.
$29.95, Paperback
Maritime Cookbooks
Fresh, Local and Delicious
A collection of Indigenous inspired recipes that focus on East Coast ingredients and include the region’s abundant seafood, game, fruits and vegetables.
$29.95, Paperback
Newfoundland’s Best Breakfasts and Brunch
Delicious breakfast and brunch recipes featuring local specialties and ingredients from 40 Newfoundland B&Bs
$24.95, Paperback
Best East Coast Jams, Pickles, Preserves and Breads
The best East Coast pickle, canning, preserving and bread recipes, updated and tested for today.
$29.95, Paperback
Out of New Nova Scotia Kitchens
This bestselling book by celebrated Halifax chef Craig Flinn is now available in paperback.
$24.95, Paperback
Nature Guides
Southern Ontario Nature Guide
This full-colour book is the perfect companion for anyone who likes to take a close look at nature, with a focus on Southwest Ontario.
$19.95, Paperback
Ontario Trees
Featuring highly detailed, photo-realistic illustrations, this guide makes it easy to identify and learn more about 120 common and important tree species in Ontario, no matter the season.
$27.95, Paperback
East Coast Trees and Shrubs
Featuring detailed and informative illustrations, this guide makes it easy to identify and learn more about the most common and important tree and shrub species in Atlantic Canada, no matter the season.
$24.95, Paperback
East Coast Backyard Nature Guide
A guide to the animals that frequent your yard and the plants that grow wild in your neighbourhood. This fully illustrated field guide includes the East Coast’s most common birds, butterflies, mammals, trees, wildflowers and much more.
$24.95, Paperback
Local Interest Titles
Scenic Routes and Coastal Drives of New Brunswick
Highlights the best stops along New Brunswick’s scenic routes and coastal drives – the villages, festivals and must-see vistas.
$24.95, Paperback
Oak Island Illustrated
A full-colour illustrated book bringing together every major theory about who buried treasure on Nova Scotia’s famed Oak Island, explaining how they could have done it and why they selected this remote location — heavily illustrated with artwork, photographs, maps and artifacts.
$29.95, Paperback
25 Family Adventures in Nova Scotia
The best family travel destinations — with tips and tricks for maximum fun.
$24.95, Paperback
The Nova Scotia Bucket List
Make the most out of your visit and tick off as many of these 25 bucket list destinations as you can!
$24.95, Paperback