Zora Neale Hurston: A Genius of the South
by Sarah Jane
February 2, 2026
What I didn't know until now was that Zora Neale Hurston was much, much, much more than a novelist.
A vibrant, charming and highly accom plished American novelist, essayist, anthropologist and folklorist, she was known for her wise quotes and as a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance cultural and intellectual movement in the 1920s and 1930s.
Read vs. Watch #3 - My Abandonment by Peter Rock (Leave No Trace)
by Sarah Jane
September 2, 2024
If you're looking for something a little different than your usual read, I highly recommend Peter Rock's My Abandonment.
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Read vs. Watch #2 - Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter
by Sarah Jane
January 31, 2024
Full confession - this was my first Karin Slaughter novel, and I was pretty entertained throughout. I'd seen the ad for the Netflix series so ...
Book Review: Unbecoming by Rebecca Scherm
by Sarah Jane
November 14, 2023
At first, I couldn't get a handle on what was happening.
The main character, Grace, is written as a phantom (Not a spoiler)...she is rarely describ...
6 Wacky Things About Edmonton's K-Days That Will Make You Smile
by Sarah Jane
July 25, 2023
K-Days. Klondike Days, Edmonton Exhibition, Capital Ex. Whatever you want to call it, one of Edmonton’s biggest events are upon us from July 21s...
From the Ashes by Jesse Thistle | Canadian Authors & Stories
by Sarah Jane
June 21, 2023
If you haven't read the incredibly powerful 'From the Ashes: My Story of Being Métis, Homeless and Finding My Way', I highly recommend you do.
Pa...
Read vs. Watch #1 - Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng
by Sarah Jane
May 17, 2023
I finally watched the series of Little Fires Everywhere - and I BINGED it, couldn't get enough.I read the book last year, so I'm not AS up to ...
Woof! From Water Rescue to Therapy Work, Here Are 22 Amazing Dog Jobs
by Sarah Jane
February 15, 2022
Some dogs take their jobs seriously.
Did you know that the Italian Coast Guard has a special K-9 lifeguard unit, where their trained Newfoundland...
Galentine's Day: Why You Should Celebrate Your Fabulous Friendships
by Sarah Jane
February 7, 2022
Thanks to the massive publicity of February 14th, we are all well aware of Valentine’s Day.
But have you heard of Galentine’s Day? What started i...
Jolabokaflod: Comfy Pajamas, New Books & a Cozier Way to Chill the Night Before Christmas
by Sarah Jane
December 17, 2021
‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house…
Everyone was freaking out.
The kids are racing around, hyper and beyond excited for ...
The Top 7 Compelling Reasons You Should Shop at a Used Bookstore
by Sarah Jane
November 25, 2021
Bibliophile. Bookworm. Word nerd.
I’ve heard them all - and I’m proud to claim them! I’ve loved books my entire life, and have been collecting my...
Everything You Need to Know About the Sherwood Park Bookworm Used Book Store
by Sarah Jane
September 28, 2021
Get to know the owner of Sherwood Park's used book store in this interview!
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