13 Questions with Author David Essel
If you flipped through a copy of GQ from 40 years ago, you might see a photo of David Essel. During his days as a health and fitness buff, he was featured in countless magazines spreads – but it wasn’t
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Fiction Versus Non-Fiction
First of all, my qualifications to comment on non-fiction books are virtually nonexistent, having read only 11 of the 100 Top Non-Fictions Books of All Times, most of which were compulsory for some course or another.
14 Questions with Author Melissa Leong
As a young girl, Melissa Leong dreamt of her “big day”. The perfectly planned outfit, the excited guests, and the moment when she’d stand in front of everyone and declare her love – for her newly launched book. This month, she
Bottom of the Pot by Naz Deravian
I fell in love with Persian food in Canada, thanks to my wonderful Iranian landlady who is now a dear friend. I’d attempted to recreate her dishes at home with varied success and was excited when asked to review Naz
Meet K.A. Tucker, the Author Taking on Life 500 Words at a Time
One hundred dollars could buy you some groceries, a nice dinner out, or maybe that new shirt you’ve been eyeing. Or, like in K.A. Tucker’s case, it could get you a writing career.
Five Questions to Take to Book Club
I understand that some book clubs are quite structured when it comes to pre-event questions. Some have so many questions it looks like the final exam for a Lit course. To be honest, that would take the fun out of
How to Order Brunch—3 Different Considerations
It is Saturday morning and you have only recently crawled out of bed. The weather may be warm and sunny, or cold and grey. As you enter your favourite brunch spot, the thought that immediately comes to mind (right after
13 Questions With Chef Jesse Vallins
Jesse Vallins grew up in Scarborough, Ontario, and as it turns out, that’s as good a place as any to get the inspiration you need to become a chef.
5 Misconceptions About Joining a Book Club
I've been in several book clubs with different formats; one focused solely on the book, in another we talked little about the book but had some great meals. And then there's BooknBrunch, an event that brings the literary and community
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot (381 pages)
I don’t typically read non-fiction books, but this one was a pleasant surprise. As a newly-minted senior, my interest is piqued by any reference to immortality. Alas, there were no secrets revealed on how to live forever, per se, but