About BC Books Online
BC Books Online was created for anyone interested in BC-published books, and with librarians especially in mind. We'd like to make it easy for library staff to learn about books from BC publishers - both new releases and backlist titles - so you can inform your patrons and keep your collections up to date.
Our site features print books and ebooks - both new releases and backlist titles - all of which are available to order through regular trade channels. Browse our subject categories to find books of interest or create and export lists by category to cross-reference with your library's current collection.
A quick tip: When reviewing the "Browse by Category" listings, please note that these are based on standardized BISAC Subject Codes supplied by the books' publishers. You will find additional selections, grouped by theme or region, in our "BC Reading Lists."
Description
New collection from the award-nominated Indigenous (Secwepemc) poet; A deep look at life in the First Nations communities in Canada today; Some very dark poems about the conditions on First Nations reserves, but the land usually saves the day; Cover design by Secwepemc artist Tania Willard. COMP. TITLES: Injun, Jordan Abel (2016, Talonbooks); river woman, Katherena Vermette (2018, House of Anansi); This Wound is a World, Billy Ray Belcourt (2017, Frontenac House).
Editorial Reviews
“Garry Gottfriedson rides double, calling out the violence and corruption he’s seen, while reminding us that grounded strength comes from staying connected to grandmothers, grandfathers and the land.” —Rita Wong, author of Forage
“Heartbreakingly honest, clever and tough.” —Richard Van Camp
“These poems mark a trail of intimate transformation, of fierce questioning.” —Joy Harjo, poet, musician and activist
