Celebrating 30 years saskbooks.com Whoever said “who has time to read anymore” has never turned on the radio and heard “travel not recommended,” or paced in the kitchen, glancing out into the yard wondering when the kids would arrive for the holidays. For the long winter nights ahead, for the lazy days of summer eight months from now, for the seemingly endless, swelteringly hot hours in the truck as you wait for the call that the combine is full, we’ve got you covered. The books featured in this catalogue are produced and published by small and independent publishers. Your local independent bookseller will have many of these titles in their “local” sections, because they know you want to read local and support local independent prairie businesses. SaskBooks is the non-profit creative industry association for Saskatchewan book publishers. Reviews of our publishers’ books are available at reviews.skbooks.com, and if you can’t find the book you’re looking for in this catalogue or at your local bookstore, visit skbooks.com or look for us at gift markets and trade fairs. If you STILL can’t find us, please do phone us. We’re happy to help. This service and others provided to Saskatchewan publishers by SaskBooks are supported by the Government of Canada through the Canada Book Fund, by the Canada Council for the Arts, and by the Province of Saskatchewan through Creative Saskatchewan. Happy reading!

Designed and typeset by LM Publications, Regina Kohkum’s Babushka: A Magical Métis/Ukrainian Tale Marion Mutala Michif Translation by Norman Fleury Illustrated by Donna Lee Dumont Kohkum’s Babushka: A Magical Métis /Ukrainian Tale is a story about two families, one Métis and the other Ukrainian, meeting for the first time. Through this magical encounter, we witness the beauty of their differences and similarities, particularly the generosity and reciprocity valued by each family’s cultural tradition. 41 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795782 $15.00

Lena’s Story ChiLdren ChiLdren Patricia Sinclair Genre The D-Day battle at Juno Beach on June 6, 1944 was one of the most important battles of World War II.

Canadian soldiers stormed the beach to take back Nazi- occupied France from the enemy Axis forces. Decades later, Lena tells the story of that historic battle to her young friend. Based on true events. Includes Glossary, Appendices, Bibliography, Learning More resource list. 48 pages. DriverWorks Ink 9781927570463 $12.95

Métis Christmas Mittens Author and Illustrator: Leah Marie Dorion Michif Translation by Norman Fleury Métis Christmas Mittens pays homage to the strength of Métis families. In this touching ode to Métis family life, readers are taken back to the Métis tradition of making mittens for loved ones. With this vividly-illustrated book, young readers are tenderly introduced to the Métis worldview. 42 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795799 $15.00

saskbooks.com 1 Murphy Mondays Jane Smith Murphy is the first St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog to visit an emergency room in all of Canada. The visits by Murphy and his handler, Jane, to the Royal University Hospital in , Saskatchewan are enjoyed so much by hospital patients that Mondays have become known in the emergency room as “Murphy Mondays.” Jane and Murphy also love to teach children how to wash their hands properly. Singing “Happy Birthday to Murphy” is a fun way to learn. Includes Reading Discussion Questions. 32 pages. Non Fiction DriverWorks Ink 9781927570456 $13.99

My Buddy, dido! Marion Mutala and Olha Tkachenko Didos are delightful! Grandfathers are special people. ChiLdren Whether he plays games, tells jokes, reads stories, or simply snuggles his grandchildren, he is always sharing his love. 24 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783239 $14.95

Taanishi Books –emergent reader Series (Michif/english edition) Wilfred Burton and Angela Caron This levelled reader set contains 27 books under 9 different themes, all relating to Métis culture. These Michif/English books are accompanied by Michif narration CDs. Levelling and lesson plans included in the books apply only to the English text. Norman Fleury provides Michif translations and narrations. 8; 12; 16 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795(454)(713) $175.00

2 Read Saskatchewan The Underdog duckling Sally Meadows and Olha Tkachenko When Quinn’s mom gets sick and Quinn has to go live with his grandfather in the big city, a nearby pond becomes a place of comfort and peace for him. But when Quinn spots a duckling all on its own, his own feeling of not belonging bubbles to the surface.

How will Quinn get through this time in his life when ChiLdren everything seems so upside down? 32 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783307 $14.95

You Can Count on the Prairies Leila Olfert You can count on the Prairies! Journey across the Prairies and through the seasons, counting grain bins as you go! 32 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783116 $12.95

Jesse the doo-doo dog Goes to the Vet Bill and Jocelyn Hutchinson Meet Jesse the Doo-Doo Dog! Jesse and her sister Jo-Jo (and their bigger cousins, Katcha and Krissy!) get up to all sorts of neighbourhood highjinks. But when Jesse overhears Mom say that it’s time to go to the vet for her booster shots, she’s very worried – especially when Krissy tells her that the vet might even turn her into a JUVeniLe sausage! Can this possibly be true?! 96 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783314 $14.95

saskbooks.com 3 Le trésor de Lucie Danielle Lavoie Lucie trouve le bout d’un arc-en-ciel. Là, elle rencontre un petit lutin qui lui annonce qu’il est le gardien de l’arc-en-ciel et qu’elle peut y

JUVeniLe trouver un trésor. Mais elle doit d’abord faire trois voeux. Lucie réussira-t-elle à trouver le trésor à la fin de son voyage? 40 pages. 3 à 8 ans. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237175 $10.95

death by dinosaur: A Sam Stellar Mystery Jacqueline Guest Fourteen-year-old Sam Stellar and her cousin Paige have decided to spend the summer working at the Tyrell Museum of Palaeontology in Drumheller, , as part of the Summer Studies and Work Experience Program. Before they arrive, Sam, a wannabe detective, is convinced there’s a theft about to happen. Sure enough, her hunch proves correct, and a piece from a fossil goes missing. Determined to solve the crime, Sam drags Paige along as her accomplice. As they close in on the truth, things get ugly. Can Sam outwit her foe and save the museum? 152 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509434 $14.95

YoUnG AdULT AdULT YoUnG hear Me H.R. Hobbs Hannah thought her bully problems would end after her day in court, but her testimony against Brady and his lenient punishment only made him hungry for revenge. As the new school year begins, Hannah and her friends find themselves in the crosshairs of Brady’s cruelty. As Brady’s scheme becomes more elaborate and dangerous, can Hannah find the courage to speak up for what’s right? 265 pages. Heather Hobbs Publishing 9780995344815 15.00

4 Read Saskatchewan Le meilleur de Les Mots d’ados Collectif adolescent Pendant huit ans, près d’un millier d’élèves des écoles francophones de la Saskatchewan ont participé au concours d’écriture Les Mots d’ados créé par La Troupe du Jour de Saskatoon. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume vous proposent une sélection des meilleures histoires imaginées par dix «voix nouvelles» provenant des quatre coins de la province. 122 pages. Recueil de nouvelles et légendes. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237182 $21.95

Promesse à un jaguar Karen Olsen YoUnG AdULT Promesse à un jaguar est le récit initiatique de Jacob, un enfant bègue, constamment menacé par la brute de l’école jusqu’au jour où il apprend à se défendre, et de Balam un jeune jaguar constamment menacé par les chasseurs et la déforestation, jusqu’au jour où il fera la connaissance de son protecteur. Rendus à l’âge adulte, leurs chemins se croise au cœur de la jungle brésilienne du Pantanal. 200 pages. Roman jeunes adultes 13 ans et plus. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237298 $14.95 regarde derrière toi! Martine Noël-Maw La paisible ville de Moose Jaw est le théâtre de violentes attaques de la part d’un clown sinistre. En tentant de découvrir qui est le «zozo» qui rôde dans le parc Wakamow Valley, Luc et Chloé, amis inséparables, apprennent le tragique destin d’un enfant mort il y a onze ans. Grâce à leurs recherches et à leur insatiable curiosité, ils feront la lumière sur ce qui hante l’auberge Wakamow Views Inn et découvriront le lien qui l’unit à un accident de train qui a décimé un cirque, près de Chicago, en 1918. 130 pages. 12 ans et plus. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237342 $12.95

saskbooks.com 5 See Me H.R. Hobbs Hannah always follows the rules. What people don’t know is that Hannah has her own rules that protect her and keep her invisible. And they work until Chip Cavanagh arrives at her school. Hannah learns that being friends with Chip means she can’t be invisible any longer. See Me is the first in an insightful series of young adult novels. 122 pages. Heather Hobbs Publishing 9780995344808 $10.00

Wolfe in Shepherd’s Clothing YoUnG AdULT AdULT YoUnG Counios and Gane When Charlie Wolfe winds up homeless, Tony Shepherd’s family takes him in. Tony’s parents have one request: no more mysteries! The boys want to keep their word, but someone is leaving dismembered bodies around the city. Soon, Tony and Charlie are caught in a labyrinth of lies and death – and not everyone is as they seem. Can the boys escape unscathed or will someone end up dead? The third installment of the Shepherd & Wolfe Mystery series. 480 pages. Mystery/ Thriller Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783130 $19.95

The Grass People Kay Parley The grass people have forgotten how to listen and follow the Way. Their once idyllic existence is now fraught with danger. It is also rumoured that tall men exist and may arrive soon. Dyra leads his village with great courage while some grass people await the return of their spiritual leader, and the restoration of magic.

FiCTion Meanwhile Brecort, the mayor of a nearby cave city, plots his conquest of all the villages. 480 pages. Fantasy Radiant Press 9781775183907 $25.00

6 Read Saskatchewan house of the White elephant Byrna Barclay Winner of the 2016 Inaugural Whistler/Tidewater Fiction Award. An eccentric music teacher tells the story of her father, a judge during the Indian Mutiny of 1857, in a last attempt to discover the truth of the man behind the judge’s robes. “A remarkable achievement and a great read about an uncertain time in India’s history” – . 446 pages. Burton House Books 9780994866905 $20.00

kisiskâciwan: indigenous Voices from Where the river Flows Swiftly Edited by Jesse Rae Archibald-Barber

A groundbreaking anthology from territory that is now FiCTion known as Saskatchewan, kisiskâciwan contains rich oral narratives from Cree, Saulteaux, Nakoda, Dakota, Dene, Gros Ventres, and Métis cultures; stories from

Elders; archival discoveries; and exciting, contemporary literary works in all genres. Historically and culturally comprehensive, voices include Big Bear, Thunderchild, Riel, Gabriel Dumont, Edward Ahenakew, Maria Campbell, Buffy Sainte-Marie, Rita Bouvier, Harold Johnson, Gregory Scofield, Warren Cariou, Louise Halfe, and many more. 472 pages. Literary Collection Press 9780889775428 $39.95

Mishaps and Misfortunes Doreen M. Bleich This is a collection of slices from everyday life and the “mishaps and misfortunes” that go along with it, told with wit and humour. It’s a gathering of comical, albeit sometimes embarrassing, adventures of the kind that happen to each of us in the course of our lives. Like Will Rogers says, “Everything is funny as long as it is happening to somebody else.” 96 pages. Doreen M. Bleich 9780973116724 $12.00

saskbooks.com 7 The Musician’s Compass Del Suelo Devon seems to have it made: he’s the bass player for a surging folk-punk band. After years of grinding away, they’re finally starting to get their due. Devon is living the dream – or is he? The steamy highs of a Berlin night after a big gig quickly collapse into the lows of an agonizing morning, and Devon begins to question everything. The Musician’s Compass: A 12-Step Programme is a hilarious, provocative look at life on the road. 136 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783321 $19.95

Paths to the Stars: Twenty-Two Fantastical Tales of imagination Edward Willett From Edward Willett, Aurora Award-winning author of The Shards of Excalibur series (Coteau Books), comes twenty-two tales of fantasy, science fiction, and horror, FiCTion drawn from a long career of telling fantastic tales. From the far future and the farthest reaches of space to the Canadian prairie, rich realms of imagination and the fascinating characters and creatures that populate them await within these stories. 320 pages. Science Fiction/ Fantasy Short Stories Shadowpaw Press 9781999382704 $19.95

The Small Things that end the World Jeanette Lynes It’s 1954 and Sadie Wilder gets her big break at last – a chance to babysit for the posh Bannister family. Sadie is certain she can deal with anything, but little does she know that Hurricane Hazel is about to strike . The Small Things That End The World tells the story of that night and its aftermath that takes us into the twenty- first century. Giller-longlisted author Jeanette Lynes has crafted a beautifully written story of three women on the margins each trying to make her way in the world. 304 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509335 $24.95

8 Read Saskatchewan Thorn-Field James Trettwer James Trettwer’s interlinked collection of stories dissects small-town life in the fictional town of Liverwood, a town where a potash mine dominates the life of its residents. Trettwer’s stories observe the townspeople negotiating their way through the thorn-fields of their relationships complicated by addictions, obsessions, and the numbing constancy of their lives. 196 pages. Short Fiction Thistledown Press 9781771971709 $19.95

La Trahison Laurier Gareau La Trahison est un entretien passionné entre Gabriel

Dumont et le vieux curé de Batoche, le père Julien FiCTion Moulin. Nous sommes en 1905 et le vieux Métis veut être enterré avec les siens dans le cimetière de Batoche,

mais il n’a pas remis les pieds dans une église depuis la fin de la Résistance. Une deuxième pièce, La danse des Métis est incluse dans ce volume et les deux pièces sont aussi présentées en anglais. 120 pages. Théâtre Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237335 $20.00

Zara’s dead Sharon Butala Inspired by the unsolved murder of a young girl in 1962, Zara’s Dead follows Fiona Lychenko, a woman who has spent years researching the death of her high school classmate Zara Stanley, brutally murdered at the age of twenty. Determined to solve the crime, Fiona interviewed everyone in her hometown of Ripley, but every trail led to the same dead end. Now, a decade later, Fiona has finally given up hope that the killer would ever be caught. That is, until an envelope turns up and she finds herself again embroiled in an intricate controversy that could be her undoing. 320 pages. Mystery Coteau Books 9781550509472 $24.95

saskbooks.com 9 The Aboriginal rock Paintings of the Churchill river Tim E.H. Jones This book portrays the most durable and ancient art form created by the ancestors of today’s Woodland Cree who lived along the Churchill River in Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The book presents the context of age, origins and meanings based on historical, archaeological and ethnographic evidence. 114 pages. Archaeology Saskatchewan Archaeological Society 9780969142096 $21.00

Bread to Share Volume 2 Lois Knudson Munholland

Bread to Share: Volume 2 is a touching glance into the lives of 54 early Lutheran pastors, from many different synods, ordained in the 1930s or before and includes chapters dedicated to their wives. 338 pages. Biography Three West Two South Books 9780973523423 $30.00 non FiCTion

Change Management Lessons from downton Abbey Laurelie Martinson and Jeanne Martinson In the years surrounding WWI, the basic models of many of the technologies we use today were invented and introduced en masse. The rate of change was fundamental, monumental and revolutionary. Some organizations anticipated these changes and were able to adapt and other organizations ignored them at their peril. The iconic British television series, Downton Abbey, provides a glimpse into this period of societal change. Whether you are a fan of the television series or not, the illustrations in this book provide practical advice to effectively manage technological and cultural change. 124 pages. Wood Dragon Books 9781989078013 $21.99

10 Read Saskatchewan Cooking Country Style Doreen M. Bleich These are recipes Doreen Bleich collected over the past forty or more years. She has received recipes from relatives, friends and neighbours to try in her kitchen. She prefers recipes that call for ingredients normally stocked in our cupboards – sometimes called country style cooking or cooking from scratch. There are also some recipes included which require a shopping trip beforehand, but these have proved to be worth the effort. This collection has passed the taste test with Doreen’s family. 175 pages. Cookbook Doreen M. Bleich 9780973116731 $20.00

The Cypress hills Massacre: occasional Papers in Archaeology no. 3 non FiCTion Edited by Robert Clipperton This large format volume details an event that helped spur the young Canadian government to establish the North West Mounted Police on the until then lawless prairies. A collection of newspaper accounts, witness statements and other reminiscences are used to retell this tragic story. The book includes detailed reports on the most recent archaeological investigations in the vicinity of the massacre site. 226 pages. Archaeology Saskatchewan Archaeological Society 9780969142096 $35.00 dear Me: The Widow Letters Compiled by Dianne Young Twenty North American widows, including Saskatoon author Dianne Young, look back and write heartfelt, inspiring letters of encouragement and hope to their newly-widowed selves. The letters will help widows to see they are not alone and that they can survive their devastating losses, and will also help others who are connected to widows but are not sure what to say or do. 80 pages. Collection DriverWorks Ink 9781927570432 $14.95

saskbooks.com 11 The education of Augie Merasty: A residential School Memoir – new edition Joseph Auguste Merasty, with David Carpenter A courageous and intimate memoir, The Education of Augie Merasty is the story of a child who faced the dark heart of humanity, let loose by the cruel policies of a bigoted nation. The new edition includes a Study Guide that makes it ideal for classroom and book club use, as well as a postscript describing how the publication of his memoir changed Augie Merasty’s life. 136 pages. Memoir University of Regina Press 9780889774575 $21.95

every day We disappear Angela Long Playful, thought provoking, and evocative, Every Day We Disappear recounts Angela Long’s travels around the world. In this, her first book of non-fiction, she writes about many things: falling in love with an aspiring monk, non FiCTion meeting her birth mother, being hugged by a saint, tree planting and witnessing firsthand the lives of those who live in poverty. This is masterful and poetic storytelling told from the viewpoint of an adventurous spirit. 248 pages. Memoir Radiant Press 9781775183939 $20.00

Field to Flask: Fundamentals of Small Batch distilling Jeanne Martinson North America is now home to over 1600 small batch, craft distillers. The key to a thorough understanding of alcoholic spirits revolves around a sound knowledge of raw materials and a solid grasp of the science behind water, mashing, yeast, fermentation, distillation and oak aging. Field to Flask is your definitive guide to the world of small batch distilling. 448 pages. Brewing & Distilling Wood Dragon Books 9781989078006 $62.00

12 Read Saskatchewan Firewater: how Alcohol is Killing My People (and Yours) Harold Johnson In this passionate call to action, Harold Johnson looks at the devastating impact alcohol has had on his people. Confronting a “crime against humanity” – half of those in Treaty 6 territory will die an alcohol-related death – Johnson breaks the silence on this ongoing, daily catastrophe. Using traditional stories, spirituality, and modern medical research to take on the stereotype of the “lazy, drunken Indian,” Johnson creates a new narrative of sobriety for his people. Powerful testimonials from Richard Van Camp and Tracey Lindberg are included. 200 pages. Indigenous Studies University of Regina Press 9780889774377 $16.95 non FiCTion non FiCTion

Fritz Stehwien – A retrospective Waltraude and Barbara Stehwien A brief glimpse into the life and works of

Saskatoon artist, Fritz Stehwien. He sketched and painted from boyhood on, capturing his surroundings throughout his life. The book shows works from his early years in war- torn and politically unstable Germany, to the beautiful prairies of his adopted home of Saskatchewan, and beyond. 24 pages. Art Landscape Art Publishing 9780991964918 $9.95

From Away: immigration to effective Workplace integration Jeanne Martinson This book addresses the ways western and eastern societies see the world differently and explores specific ways eastern societies are different from Canadian workplace cultures in how they share information, give feedback, delegate, make decisions, and manage conflict and schedules. 182 pages. Workplace Diversity Wood Dragon Books 9780995334212 $24.99

saskbooks.com 13 From Moose to Moccasins: A Step-by-Step Guide to Traditional hide-tanning Jeff Coleclough Loaded with photos and useful tips, this book will walk you through the necessary steps to take a moose hide from the green (raw) stage to a finished smoke- tanned leather ready to use. Approved for Saskatchewan Education Social Studies curriculum. 44 pages. Kakwa Publishing 9780978155551 $17.50

The Great Saskatchewan Bucket List Robin and Arlene Karpan Discover 50 unforgettable natural wonders to see before you “kick the bucket.” Over 170 amazing colour photographs, plus maps and coordinates to help you get there. A surprising number of places are fairly easy to visit, but some take more effort. After all, any quest worth its salt should have a few challenges.

non FiCTion Saskatchewan Tourism Awards of Excellence winner. 176 pages. Parkland Publishing 9780980941937 $19.95

The homesteaders Sandra Rollings-Magnusson Foreword by Nadine Charabin The Homesteaders covers the settler experience, beginning in what is now Saskatchewan in 1867 and continuing through the immigration boom preceding the First World War. Based on a remarkable collection of interviews conducted in the 1950s, settlers recount building the family home from sod or logs, back-breaking labour of cropping and harvesting, and the misery of dealing with the pests that threatened their livelihood, their food, medical practices, education, weddings, and shivarees. 192 pages. History University of Regina Press 9780889775152 $49.95

14 Read Saskatchewan in Black and White: A Stroll Through Canadian Landscapes Waltraude Stehwien Using the ancient artform of ‘Scherenschnitt’ (scissor cutting), Saskatoon artist and puppeteer Waltraude Stehwien creates two-tone black and white images with just paper and scissors. She applies the European technique to capture striking yet familiar scenes from across Saskatchewan and other western Canadian landscapes. See selected works by Waltraude as part of a Saskatchewan travelling exhibition curated by OSAC, beginning in spring 2019. 28 pages. Art Landscape Art Publishing 9780991964901 $19.95 non FiCTion non FiCTion Ladder Valley Donna Miller We had a saying: “Only the ‘weaker sex’ is tough enough,

mule enough, to stick it out in the bush country.” Living on the edge of the Saskatchewan boreal forest, we learned what we were made of – both the good and the bad. The continuation of the award-winning series of memoirs: Black Fury, A Family of Our Own, and Know Thyself. The bittersweet memories of three generations of women. 376 pages. Memoir Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783246 $21.95

Leadership Lessons from downton Abbey Jeanne Martinson This book reaches into the past to solve problems in the present. Whether or not you are among the millions of Downton Abbey fans, this insightful book provides practical advice to increase your effectiveness as a leader and manager. 136 pages. Leadership Wood Dragon Books 9780995334281 $21.99

saskbooks.com 15 Life Lessons From a red Serge Linda Garvey and Barb Porter Inspired by Staff Sergeant Pete Garvey, an RCMP member who learned important life lessons from the many people and communities across Canada he partnered with to serve and protect. His lessons remind us that everyone has potential and anyone can grow to become a better person. Apply these lessons, live a good life, and make a positive difference. 96 pages. Self Help McKenzie Carver and Associates 9781775353607 $15.95

The Literary history of Saskatchewan, Volume 3: Advances Edited by David Carpenter

Assistant Editor: Kelly-Anne Riess Volume 3 of this series shifts its focus to Regina’s literary culture, to the coming generation of younger writers, and examines the best work from Saskatchewan. Many of our best books are nurtured by the history and the non FiCTion life of this province, but they spring into literature roughly in proportion to their immemorial responses to the human condition. 264 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509540 $29.95

Man of the Trees: richard St. Barbe Baker, The First Global Conservationist Paul Hanley, foreword by H.R.H. the Prince of Wales Introduction by Jane Goodall Richard St. Barbe Baker was an inspirational visionary and pioneering environmentalist who is credited with saving and planting billions of trees. He was also an Edwardian eccentric whose obsession with trees caused him to neglect his family; a failed entrepreneur and inventor; a soldier and peace activist; and a brilliant writer, speaker, and raconteur. His encounters with FDR, Nehru, and George Bernard Shaw are eye- popping. 320 pages. Biography University of Regina Press 9780889775664 $34.95

16 Read Saskatchewan maskisina: A Guide to northern-Style Métis Moccasins Gregory Scofield and Amy Briley with Sherry Farrell Racette This best-selling booklet /DVD set is an easy step-by­ step guide on how to make wearable northern-style Métis moccasins. As author and moccasin artisan Amy Briley writes, once completed, “your moccasins may not turn out perfect, but they will become more beautiful with age.” 47 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795119 $24.95

Master of the Métis Fiddle. John Arcand: The Man, The Music, The Festival non FiCTion non FiCTion Wilfred Burton and Cheryl Troupe with John and Vicki Arcand This book celebrates the life and work of Métis fiddling legend John Arcand. Authors Wilfred Burton and Cheryl Troupe portray a humble man who has made an immeasurable contribution to preserving and promoting Métis fiddle music and culture. 84 pages. Biography Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795836 $20.00

Motive aus dem Würmtal und darüber hinaus Barbara Stehwien An illustrated tour beyond Döffingen, to nearby cities like Stuttgart and historic Weil der Stadt, as well as further afield. While on holiday or travelling for business, Fritz Stehwien sketched destinations such as Dalmatia and the Alps, Amsterdam and Paris. Illustrations are high resolution reproductions from originals, with sizes, materials, and titles in German. Includes a brief biography of the artist, in both German and English. 40 pages. Art Landscape Art Publishing 9780991964949 $29.95

saskbooks.com 17 Motive aus dem Würmtal, 1958-1968 Barbara Stehwien An illustrated tour through the Swabian Valley in southern Germany through the eyes of German/Canadian artist Fritz Stehwien. With paintbrush or pencil, Fritz captured many idyllic and historic views from the village of Döffingen, where he and his young family lived for 10 years. Illustrations are high resolution reproductions from originals, with sizes, materials, and titles in German. Includes a brief biography of the artist, in both German and English. 40 pages. Art Landscape Art Publishing 9780991964932 $29.95

My health in hand healthcare organizer: My health in hand Solutions Debbie Cancade-Schmidt and Shauna Baumann An all-inclusive, health record-keeping system that

non FiCTion works for all ages! My Health in Hand Healthcare Organizer provides a thorough and user-friendly way to gather and manage your healthcare information. Convenient wherever you go! Includes sections for demographic and contact information, medical, family, and medication history, specialist appointments, and even expense tracking. 80 pages. Journal Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781927756812 $24.95

no-Badge Killick Gord Hunter No-Badge Killick offers an honest and engaging first­ hand look at Navy life during the turmoil of the 1960s, beginning with the Cuban Missile Crisis and ending as frosty relationships with the Soviet Union were beginning to thaw. This book presents the life of the regular seaman – fun, challenges, camaraderie, tragedies, and frustrations from the perspective of someone living and working in the lower decks. 189 pages. Memoir Monkey’s Fist Publishing 9780968180310 $20.00

18 Read Saskatchewan Photographer’s Guide to Saskatchewan Robin and Arlene Karpan Saskatchewan is a photographer’s dream, with ruggedly beautiful native prairie, some of Canada’s baddest badlands, breathtaking wildlife spectacles, and legendary northern waterways. Whether you’re an accomplished photographer, or you simply want better vacation mementos, this book helps you find Saskatchewan’s best. Maps, GPS coordinates, and 250 stunning photographs take you to photogenic hot spots and help you capture amazing images. 208 pages. Parkland Publishing 9780995087507 $24.95

Psychedelic revolutionaries: LSd and

the Birth of hallucinogenic research non FiCTion P.W. Barber Psychedelic Revolutionaries recounts the history of hallucinogenic-drug research in Saskatchewan. Delving into the experiments, the researchers, as well as connections to notables like Aldous Huxley and Linus Pauling, Psychedelic Revolutionaries examines popularly held myths surrounding the drugs. It shows how the Saskatchewan research made extensive contributions to this scientific field and led to radical innovations in mental health, many of which have applications and relevance today. 384 pages. History University of Regina Press 9780889774209 $34.95

Pulpits of the Past Lois Knudson Munholland Pulpits of the Past recounts the stories of hundreds of closed Saskatchewan Lutheran churches and preaching points. It is an invaluable resource for those who are doing research or who are interested in the past. 296 pages. Church History Three West Two South Books 9780973523409 $30.00

saskbooks.com 19 The recipe: reviving the Lost Art of home distilling M. Bucholtz People once scoffed at the moonshine that Grandpa used to make out behind the barn. This ridicule has now come full circle. People are now interested in reviving the lost art of home distillation. What exactly was Grandpa making all those years ago? Can we make it today? This book has been written for all those intrepid souls out there who want to revive the lost art of home distillation. Those hardy adventurers who want to make a batch of Whisky or Gin in their garages, she-sheds and man-caves on a Saturday morning. Just like Grandpa. 224 pages. Brewing & Distilling Wood Dragon Books 9780994870094 $40.00

red Sun: Gabriel dumont, the Folk hero Charles Duncan Thompson

non FiCTion Red Sun: Gabriel Dumont, the Folk Hero upturns generations of Eurocentric scholarship and properly restores Dumont’s indigeneity. Based on dozens of interviews with Dumont family members and extended kin, the author deftly melds oral histories, legends, and traditional stories which portray Gabriel Dumont in a new and refreshing light. 317 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795805 $25.00

relationship Lessons from downton Abbey Laurelie Martinson Using scenes from the British series, Downton Abbey, as illustrations of the best and worst of personal relationships, this book will appeal to readers seeking insight into personal and family relationships. 124 pages. Self Help Wood Dragon Books 9781989078037 $21.99

20 Read Saskatchewan rushes, Bulrushes and Pondweeds plus the remaining monocots of Saskatchewan V.L. Harms, A.L. Leighton, and M.A. Vetter Welcome to the world of monocots living in or near Saskatchewan’s sloughs, rivers, lakes, streams and ditches. Saskatchewan’s diversity, quality and sheer quantity of aquatic and wetland habitats make this group of plants particularly important. This amply illustrated guide is intended as an introduction as well as an aid for species identification. 432 pages. Natural History Nature Saskatchewan 9780921104339 $34.95

Saskatchewan’s Best Scenic drives Robin and Arlene Karpan

Saskatchewan has more roads than any province in non FiCTion Canada – enough to circle the equator four times. From drives through spectacular river valleys to sweeping natural grasslands, lake-studded boreal forest, wild badlands, some of Canada’s largest sand dunes, breathtaking viewpoints, little-known hideaways, and historic treasures. Combine your drive with awesome hikes and nature walks to discover the best that Saskatchewan has to offer. Precise directions, 185 colour photos, 42 colour maps, and GPS coordinates make it easy to discover these and many more Saskatchewan scenic wonders. 208 pages. Parkland Publishing 9780995087514 $24.95

Seasons of Plenty – A Cookbook Celebrating the holidays Doreen M. Bleich Whenever holidays or special events occur, people gather together to celebrate. An essential part of any celebration is the food. All the recipes have been tested on real people – mostly the author’s family and friends. Besides creating dishes that will impress and satisfy your guests, Doreen has tried to use fruits and vegetables that are in season. 166 pages. Cookbook Doreen M. Bleich 9780973116717 $25.00

saskbooks.com 21 Sleuth: Gail Bowen on Writing Mysteries Gail Bowen A smart, practical, and often funny guide for those who aspire to write mysteries, Sleuth reveals the secrets of the genre by a bestselling and award-winning author. Gail Bowen shows how to map out a plot, plant page- turning clues, develop fully rounded characters, and create a crime scene. Digging into the works of Agatha Christie, Ruth Rendell, Ian Rankin, Louise Penny, and a score of others, Bowen explores how the best mystery writers keep readers up at night. 160 pages. Writing University of Regina Press 9780889775244 $18.95

St. Victor Petroglyphs, “The Place of the Living Stone” Tim E.H. Jones and S. Louise Jones St. Victor Petroglyphs, “The Place of the Living Stone” by Tim E.H. Jones and S. Louise Jones offers a close look

non FiCTion into the numerous rock art sites across the Northern Plains and shows how the petroglyphs are part of the ancient North American Indian rock art. 218 pages. History Friends of St. Victor Petroglyphs Coop Ltd. 9780991729807 $22.95

The Thunderbird, the Quesnel & the Sea Bev Lundahl Dad knew very little about the origin of HMCS Quesnel’s thunderbird mascot. In the 1940s, he had not asked many questions about it. The new millennium would be upon us before our collective perception began to crack and the significance of a First Nation carving turned World War II mascot became apparent. But what had happened to it? 160 pages. Your Nickel’s Worth Publishing 9781988783352 $19.95

22 Read Saskatchewan wâpikwaniy: A Beginner’s Guide to Métis Floral Beadwork Gregory Scofield and Amy Briley with Sherry Farrell Racette This best-selling set is an easy step-by-step guide book and DVD set which provides information and instruction on Métis floral beadwork. Intended for beginning beaders, the guide includes instructions on basic beading, supply lists and options, techniques and hints, and examples of traditional and contemporary beadwork. 37 pages. non FiCTion Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795508 $24.95

When raven Became Spider Antonio R. Chavarria, Dr. Lee Francis IV, Dr. Elizabeth LaPensée, Jennifer Matotek, and Leena Minifie Taking its title from a body of work by Sonny Assu, depicting Spider-Man in a traditional Kwakwa_ka_’wakw style, When Raven Became Spider features works by six contemporary Indigenous artists whose work uses comic book imagery and iconography. This catalogue, beautifully designed by artist Joi T. Arcand, features 49 full-colour plates, and continues curator Leena Minifie’s research on supernatural characters in Indigenous art and modern comic superheroes. 72 pages. Dunlop Art Gallery 9781988404066 $14.95

Blackbird Song Randy Lundy “What meditative power there is in Blackbird Song, what pure acts of attention and remembrance. Randy Lundy’s poems bring forward the spirit of his Cree ancestry, PoeTrY and place our species humbly among the creatures of Earth – who are all observed with deep reverence and perceptive care.” – Don McKay, author of Strike /Slip 104 pages. University of Regina Press 9780889775572 $19.95

saskbooks.com 23 A Calendar of reckoning Dave Margoshes With careful attention to detail and evocative turns of phrase, Dave Margoshes looks back on youth. Intriguing metaphors create a sharp contrast for the heavy subject of one’s own mortality. Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is juxtaposed with the desire to give in to temptation, and become one with the world, as Margoshes makes most evident in his final poem, “Wisdom,” a fitting end to a collection that leaves the reader struggling between reconciling past and present. 112 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509373 $17.95

Culverts Beneath the narrow road Brenda Schmidt In both playful and somber poems, Brenda Schmidt explores her and others’ – biologists, farmers, musicians,

PoeTrY PoeTrY construction workers – experiences with culverts, thereby expanding her notion that culverts represent connections beyond the physical diversion of water or the enabling of passage from one place to another. 80 pages. Thistledown Press 9781771871549 $20.00

À fleur d’âge Estelle Bonetto À fleur d’âgeest une fresque fluide et fragmentée façonnée au gré des vécus, des voyages et des visages. On entre dans l’univers tiraillé des marchés et des boulangeries, on se promène sur la Croisette champêtre des Prairies, on longe les autoroutes à la recherche de carcasses sans vie ou on explore les fluidités du mouvement au rythme du son, du corps, de la performance. 112 pages. Les Éditions de la nouvelle plume 9782924237311 $25.00

24 Read Saskatchewan horses, dogs and Wives Bryce Burnett It is said that a cowboy has a good life if he has a good horse, a good dog, and a good wife. Bryce Burnett, a Swift Current rancher and poet, builds on these popular topics in this, his second book of cowboy poetry and short stories, offering 61 true tales and tall tales spiked with a generous dose of humour. 128 pages. Humour DriverWorks Ink 9781927570449 $19.95

in Another Air gillian harding-russell In Another Air is a personal and poetic exploration of the north, centred in Yellowknife, as projected through others’ eyes. The poetry is exquisite and whimsical PoeTrY at times, cementing gillian harding-russell as one of Saskatchewan’s poetry powerhouses. 100 pages. Radiant Press 9781775183969 $20.00

Little Athapapuskow: A Métis Love Story Guy Freedman Little Athapapuskow provides readers with a visceral understanding of family, Métis identity, racism, and colonization. Written as a love song to his people, Guy Freedman challenges Canada’s dismantling of the “New” Métis Nation and laments the intergenerational impact of the Catholic Church upon his family. 86 pages. Gabriel Dumont Institute Press 9781926795829 $20.00

saskbooks.com 25 one-Way Ticket Robert Currie What begins as a look back at a different time in history quickly takes a dark turn in Robert Currie’s latest collection. Embodying a variety of characters, Currie ponders the collective human experience. With razor-sharp precision and tell-tale imagery, these poems explore domestic and public life: bad marriages, infidelity, poverty, gun violence, and in a final section, death – and how these experiences change (or, often, don’t) between one generation and the next. 160 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509526 $17.95

Sedley Chelsea Coupal Although many readers may be familiar with stories about rural Saskatchewan from the early 20th century, Chelsea Coupal’s poetry collection Sedley tells a PoeTrY PoeTrY different story: one of small town Saskatchewan from a modern perspective. While much of small-town living remains the same, there is a sense of urgency and a need to escape in Chelsea’s poetry. Accompanied by photographs of the town, shot by Chelsea herself, this debut collection of poetry weaves together both the personal and universal. 80 pages. Coteau Books 9781550509151 $17.95

A Thin Band Katherin Edwards A Thin Band examines the fine line between remembering and forgetting, the expected/unexpected, and the moments that we retain in altered forms filtered by memory. It is also an elegy to wonder and surprise at how we manage to live in the midst of grief and loss. 55 pages. Radiant Press 9781775183976 $20.00

26 Read Saskatchewan Publishers Gabriel Dumont Institute Press All Write Here Publishing (306) 934-4941 [email protected] gdins.org allwriteherepublishing.ca H. R. Hobbs Books Benchmark Press [email protected] (306) 522-9326 hrhobbsbooks.com benchmarkpress.ca Henry Perspectives Burton House Books (306) 373-5828 (306) 586-2080 [email protected] [email protected] JackPine Press Catherine Milos [email protected] [email protected] jackpinepress.com catherinemilos.com

Kakwa Crafts SASKBooKS MeMBerS Coteau Books (306) 738-4900 (306) 777-0170 [email protected] coteaubooks.com Landscape Art Publishing Doreen M. Bleich (306) 373-7047 (306) 862-5886 landscapeartpublishing.ca [email protected] Les Editions de la DriverWorks Ink nouvelle plume

(306) 531-3171 (306) 352-7435 driverworks.ca plume.refc.ca Dunlop Art Gallery McKenzie Carver & Associates (306) 777-6045 [email protected] dunlopartgallery.org mcarver.ca Emory Gayle Monkey’s Fist Publishing [email protected] (306) 539-2007 emorygayle.com [email protected] Flatland Publishing Native Law Centre, (306) 751-0365 University of Saskatchewan [email protected] (306) 966-6193 Friends of St. Victor usask.ca/nativelaw Petroglyphs Coop Ltd Nature Saskatchewan (306) 642-4386 (306) 780-9293 stvictor.sasktelwebsite.net naturesask.ca

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issue 18/19

Celebrating 30 years