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Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day 2022

Celebrating National Indigenous Peoples Day 2022

By Second Story Press

Two Spirit is a relatively new term, but Two-Spirit people have been around for forever, and it was considered a great thing to embody both...

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Hana's Suitcase turns 20

Hana's Suitcase turns 20

By Second Story Press

Twenty years ago, the true story of the search for Hana Brady was shared with readers around the world. This incredible journey full of mystery,...

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In memory of Carolyn Jackson

In memory of Carolyn Jackson

By Second Story Press

Image by Qin Leng   We are heartbroken to tell you that Carolyn Jackson, our much-admired managing editor from 2006-2017, died January 5th after a long...

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Second Story Press' favourite books of the year

Second Story Press' favourite books of the year

By Second Story Press

The holidays are upon us, and 2021 is almost over. You’ve probably noticed newspapers and websites releasing their annual “Best of 2021” lists for reading....

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November is the new December for holiday shopping

November is the new December for holiday shopping

By Second Story Press

In recent years, November has become the new December for holiday shopping, and this trend has also impacted the book industry. Many bookstores and online...

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Back to school...but not back to normal

Back to school...but not back to normal

By Second Story Press

by Suzanne Meade   September—it evokes a sense of new. New notebooks, new pencils, new backpack. As a teacher, back-to-school season is a time of...

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Image of text: Summer reads summer feels

Summer reads, summer feels

By Second Story Press

There’s something different about summer reading. Curling up with a book in cold weather may be cozy and comforting, but summer reads somehow feel more...

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Image: Second Story Press Indigenous Writing Contest Winners Announcement by Second Story Press

Announcing the winners of our Indigenous Writing Contest

By Second Story Press

Second Story Press is thrilled to announce the two winning authors for its 2021 Indigenous Writing Contest. The jury has named the co-winners: Hali Heavy...

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Image: SSP self care

Self-care at Second Story

By Second Story Press

After a draining year and a half, most of us have become adept at taking a step back, taking care of ourselves, and re-energizing to...

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