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2020 was an interesting year, but we were blessed to release some amazing books with some amazing people! Thank you for your continued support year after year. We are looking forward to more great releases in 2021!

Our condolences to the family of Ed Finn, who died this week. In his memoir https://boulderbooks.ca/search/ed+finn/ he recounts the Loggers Strike of the 1950s, and his central role in creating and leading the Newfoundland and Labrador NDP. He led a remarkable life and left an indelible mark in both Newfoundland & Labrador and Canada.

Santa made a lot of people’s Christmas wishes come true with Shawn Dawson’s The Forager’s Dinner. And a shout out to Ritche Perez Photography!

Hope you had an amazing Christmas! Looking for some great Boxing Day Sales? Everyone who signs up for our email mailing list will receive a promo code for 20% off and FREE shipping! Scroll to the bottom our the boulderbooks.ca homepage to signup!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from all of us here at Boulder Books!

In case you missed it, here is Monday's VOCM feature with Sawn Dawson - author of The Forager's Dinner! https://bit.ly/3lPjHJv

Chapters-Indigo has been featuring Canadian book titles for their #ReadTheNorth campaign! Here are some amazing selections from Newfoundland including many from Boulder Books! https://www.chapters.indigo.ca//read-the-nor/newfoundland/

Get your copy of The Forager’s Dinner signed by author Shawn Dawson, today until 4 pm St. John's Farmers' Market.

25 books that will help your children learn to love language from Atlantic Books featuring a Boulder publication Where Are You, Puffling? by Erika McGann & illustrated by Gerry Daly! Full article: https://atlanticbookstoday.ca/25-books-to-help-children-lo/ Copies available from Amazon/Chapters-Indigo:... smarturl.it/whereareyoupuffling Or, from the official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/y5gusklw See more

Remember when you were a kid and you'd read ghost stories under cover of bedsheets? How ghost stories just seemed that little bit spookier? Tell us about your favorite ghost story below! Happy Halloween from all of us here at Boulder Books!

Today at 1:00 pm Shawn Dawson (Barking kettle) will join Linda Swain for On Target VOCM to chat about his new book The Forager's Dinner! Listen in on 590 AM in St. John's or at vocm.com/2019/09/09/on-target-st-johns/! Order your copy of The Forager's Dinner from Amazon or Chapters-Indigo:... https://smarturl.it/theforagersdinner Or, visit our official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/y3easzhe See more

Remembering that time Donny Love chatted with our knitting rockstars about their 1st book Saltwater Mittens! This year they released Saltwater Gifts, the 3rd book of this series! To order your own copy of Saltwater Gifts today visit:... Amazon/Chapters-Indigo https://smarturl.it/saltwatergifts Or, from the official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/y6krwqfq See more

Halloween Holiday Pick: Spirit of the Titanic by Nicola Pierce The ghost of fifteen-year-old Samuel Scott moves restlessly aboard the Titanic as she sails to her doom in 1912. An eyewitness to the final days in the lives of rich and poor, crew and passengers, this is Samuel’s story. https://boulderbooks.ca/product/spirit-of-the-titanic/

Looking forward to this!

Shawn Jay Dawson talking about The Foragers Dinner his first book.

We hope you enjoy this special video from Bonita's Kitchen to mark the release of her most recent book A Little Taste of Home. In this video, Bonita also walks us through her Date Nut Loaf recipe! Bonita will be discussing more delicious recipes from her new book with Ramona Dearing on CBC Newfoundland and Labrador Cross Talk tomorrow at noon. Order a copy of A Little Taste of Home today from Amazon/Chapters-Indigo:... smarturl.it/bonitaskitchen Or, from the official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/yxo38cwp See more

It's incredible! It’s here! The Forager's Dinner by Barking kettle by Shawn Dawson.

Bonita Hussey will be on Cross Talk with Ramona Dearing today from 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm to discuss her new book Bonita's Kitchen: A Little Taste of Home! Listen in on 88.5 FM CBC Newfoundland and Labrador Radio One or stream online at https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-89 Have a question you'd like to ask Bonita? The Cross Talk call-in numbers are:... 709-722-7111 // 1-800-563-8255 See more

Our Heroes of COVID-19 author Phil Riggs recently brought some copies of his book to nephews, Connor and Brayden. The boys really enjoyed the story, and so did Shadow! Our Heroes of COVID-19 can be found online or at your favourite local book store! https://amzn.to/3kwrFGX

Joan Sullivan reviews The Old Man is Me by Bruce Stagg. A collection of stories that hit close to home, larger-than-life personalities, deep grudges, lifelong friendships & childhood spent by the seaside. Learn more at boulderbooks.ca! https://www.thetelegram.com//joan-sullivan-stories-that-h/

Just a reminder there are a few spots still available for The Forager's Dinner Book Launch event tomorrow. Email [email protected] to secure a spot! This event will occur this Saturday, Nov 14th at Murray's Gardens from 6 pm - 8 pm. See you tomorrow!... Full event details: tinyurl.com/y3uvrcwh

New on the Self: The Forager's Dinner by Shawn Dawson Shawn takes us on a guided tour of the forests, fields, bogs, barrens, cliffsides and shorelines of Newfoundland identifying more than 50 edible plantsincluding trees, weeds, berries, and fruitand how and when to harvest them sustainably. Learn foraging, preparing and preserving tips plus access recipes featuring locally sourced wild food from Newfoundland’s top chefs.... Order your copy today from Amazon or Chapters-Indigo: https://smarturl.it/theforagersdinner Or, visit our official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/y3easzhe Congratulations, Shawn!

A book signing today in this time of pandemic outdoors at Herbies Olde Shoppe in Petty Harbour with @Christine LeGrow & Shirley Scott. A bit windy, but a lovely day!

For a limited advance copy of Shawn Dawson’s new book, The Forager’s Dinner, drop by the craft fair at St. Thomas of Villanova in CBS today from 10-4.

Come visit us this Saturday, October 24th at the Neighbourhood Promotions Octoberfest Fair! Where: St. Thomas of Villanova Parish Hall When: Oct 24, 10 am - 3 pm Admission: Food Bank Donation... Event/vendor details: tinyurl.com/y23mzrq6

New on the Shelf: From Codfish to Kippers by Roger Pickavance Following up on the success of From Rum to Rhubarb, Pickavance once again delivers a collection of modern recipes that showcase the best of Newfoundland and Labrador ingredients. Order your copy today from Amazon or Chapters-Indigo:... https://smarturl.it/fromcodfishtokippers Or, visit our official Boulder Books webshop: tinyurl.com/yxsyhfzp Congratulations, Roger on the release of another excellent book!

Meet Chanel, modelling a Doggie Bandana from Saltwater Gifts! Thanks Shirley Anne Scott, for the photo! If you'd like to learn how to make one for your own pet, order your very own copy of #SaltwaterGifts https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Say hello to our newest model Sassy Paws. He is sleeping on his favourite pillow, a design from Saltwater Gifts by Christine LeGrow & Shirley A. Scott! If you’d like to learn how to make this design, and many more, Saltwater Gifts is available now. Order your copy online or stop by your favourite local bookstore! Amazon: https://amzn.to/317YT7R... Chapters-Indigo: https://bit.ly/2SVlEYc Boulder Books: https://bit.ly/3dsFYtx See more

The Telegram takes an in-depth look at citizen science, featuring our own Hugh Whitney, co-author of Stouts, Millers & Forky Tales! Stouts, Millers & Forky Tales is a field guide highlighting the most fascinating insects in Newfoundland & Labrador. Visit our webshop to find out more about this title. https://www.thetelegram.com//in-depth-citizen-science-in-/

Happy Thanksgiving from the entire team here at Boulder Books!

Wow! Atlantic Books Today has listed Geology of New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island as a Top 5 Local Seller from Chapters-Coles-Indigo again in August! https://atlanticbookstoday.ca/august-2020-top-5-local-sell/

Check out the Book Nook at the The Travel Bug Be on the look out for some great fields guides! #hiking #wildflowers #geology #insects #books

Your travellers guide to the most spectacular sites these provinces have to offer. Wonderful colour photographs with accompanying descriptions, maps, GPS waypoints, and travel directions make it easy for anyone to visit these breathtaking locations. Get your copy today at: https://boulderbooks.ca//geology-of-new-brunswick-and-pri/

In honour of Labour Day, we are highlighting Bill Gillespie's A Class Act. This is the story of how Newfoundland and Labrador union members turned the nation, the colony and the province into the most highly organized jurisdiction in North America. Author Bill Gillespies research reveals union losses and victories, their weaknesses and strengths and ultimately, their success. Includes more than a hundred photographs. https://boulderbooks.ca//a-class-act-an-illustrated-histo/

Phil Riggs, author of Our Heroes of COVID-19, chatted with the hosts of CBC Newfoundland and Labrador Morning last week! His new kids' book about the pandemic focuses on everyday heroes. Jump ahead to 26:10 for the interview! Visit our webshop if you'd like to pick up a copy of this book for yourself! https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live-radio/1-210/clip/15794172

Wow, Saltwater Gifts by Christine LeGrow & Shirley A. Scott made the Globe and Mail's Bestsellers list this week! Thank you to all the readers who bought a copy of this book, and to Christine & Shirley for the amazing book! You are truly Rock Stars of the knitting world.

Christine LeGrow doing it right with socially distanced book signing! Do you have your copy of Saltwater Gifts yet? https://boulderbooks.ca//saltwater-gifts-from-the-island-/

Check out this great Q&A with Shirley Anne Scott, co-author of Saltwater Gifts! @NewfoundlandQuarterly interview Shirl the Purl about art in the time of physical distancing. Saltwater Gifts is available now from your favourite local bookstore or through our webshop. http://nqonline.ca//shirley-anne-scott-art-in-the-time-of/

Todays sneak peek from the pages of Geology of New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island features the sparkling sands of Cavendish Beach! The sandstone bedrock exposed along the shore stands out amongst a spectacular stretch of dunes, beaches, and wetlands. Exploring this area is best in quiet, low-tide conditions. This essential travellers guide can be ordered online (link below) or from your favourite local book store!... https://boulderbooks.ca//geology-of-new-brunswick-and-pri/

Say hello to Rosie and Daisy from Sydney, Nova Scotia. They love their Doggie Bandanas from Saltwater Gifts! Thank you, Shirley and her sister Katherine for sharing this photo. If you'd like to know how to make these for your pets, Saltwater Gifts is available for purchase through our web shop, or from your favourite local book store! https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Boulder Books is proud to release Our Heroes of COVID-19! Written by retired educator Phil Riggs (pictured below) and illustrated by artist Children's Author & Illustrator Corey Majeau, this educational book was created to help children explore their experiences with the current pandemic. Available now from our web shop or your favourite local book store. https://boulderbooks.ca//new-on-the-shelf-our-heroes-of-c/

Drop by Some Good Market today from 10 to 4. Get the worlds hottest knitting book, Saltwater Gifts, by Christine LeGrow & Shirley Scott. Now available in a spiral bound edition!

Sneak peek #2 from the pages of Geology of New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island! The volcanic rocks of Point Wolfe in Fundy National Park formed about 620 million years ago in a series of explosive eruptions. Once a noisy site of industry, Point Wolfe beach is now peaceful and reverting back to its natural beauty and unique environment. Order your copy of this informative travellers guide to the most breathtaking locations in New Brunswick and PEI here:... https://boulderbooks.ca//geology-of-new-brunswick-and-pri/

New on the Shelf: The Old Man Is Me is a collection of short stories based on author Bruce Staggs experiences in rural Newfoundland. Bruce grew up in the 1950s and 1960s in Catalina, a rural fishing community on the Bonavista Peninsulaa time and place that inspired this collection of short stories. https://boulderbooks.ca//new-on-the-shelf-the-old-man-is-/

Thank you all for attending our virtual book launch yesterday! We thoroughly enjoyed authors Christine and Shirley talk about Saltwater Gifts! Wed also like to send a special thank you to Cast On Cast Off who graciously hosted this event. You can purchase Saltwater Gifts at your favourite local book store (including Cast On Cast Off), or through our online store: https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Geology of New Brunswick & PEI and Hikes of Newfoundland make it into top five in their respective provinces! Thank you readers of Chapters St. John's Coles Avalon Mall Coles Village Mall Coles Corner Brook Coles Chapters Fredericton Chapters Moncton Indigo (East Point) Coles McAllister Place Indigo Charlottetown Coles (County Fair Mall, PEI) #readlocal

Visit the Facebook Live book launch now! Put your questions to Christine & Shirley. Get your copy signed today!

Virtual book launch: Saltwater Gifts

It's launch day! Join us for a Facebook live virtual book launch today at 12:30pm on the Boulder Books Facebook page in celebration of the release of SALTWATER GIFTS! Authors Christine LeGrow and Shirley Anne Scott will host this live video at Cast On Cast Off and answer questions from viewers. Join in live to say hello or ask the authors questions about the book in comments section! *To submit a question in advance please post a comment in the attached Facebook event. If you would like to request a signed copy of Saltwater Gifts you can also comment on the event page or during the video!

Sneak Peek #3 from Saltwater Gifts! SOLSTICE MITTS from our forthcoming book Saltwater Gifts. A classic Newfoundland mitten with picket fence top shaping. They fit beautifully and are great for trying new colour combinations and using up scraps. Pre-ordering available here: https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Thank you to @StJohnsTelegram for the lovely review! Geology of New Brunswick & Prince Edward Island is the perfect companion for the casual traveller. Get your very own copy at boulderbooks.ca. https://www.thetelegram.com//joan-sullivan-back-to-bedroc/

Heres another design sneak peek from Saltwater Gifts! The Diamond Cushion is inspired by the traditional Newfoundland trigger mitt. Saltwater Gifts, coauthored by Christine LeGrow and Shirley Anne Scott and published by Boulder Books will be on store shelves soon! Pre-ordering available here: https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Each week in August CBC New Brunswick will be featuring an episode of the new series: A Geological History of NB. Authors Sandra Barr and Martha Hickman Hild discuss the contents of their book Geology of New Brunswick & PEI and the breathtaking geological history of these provinces. Listen in to part 1 here:... https://www.cbc.ca//l/1-25-information-morning-fredericton

We are so glad Mittens (and Jodi) approve of Saltwater Gifts!! If you'd like your own early copy, tune in to CBC Radio St. John's Weekend AM tomorrow morning! They will be giving away a copy!

A first look at Saltwater Gifts for our amazing authors, Shirley Anne Scott & Christine LeGrow. Their hard work has paid offthe book is gorgeous! A bonus for Gavin Will: he gave copies of the book to Shirley and received halibut fillets in return! https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

A carton of advance copies of Saltwater Gifts just arrived at our office. How exciting to pore over this gorgeous book! Congratulations Christine LeGrow and Shirley Anne Scott on publishing these wonderful Newfoundland designs! To order a copy: https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Check out Bruce Staggs fabulously entertaining collection of short stories, The Old Man Is Me, which us based on growing up in rural Newfoundland. To make pre-signed copies available Bruce stopped by local stores, including Costco, Chapters, and Coles. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, regular book signings are not yet allowed.

Sheilas Brush Cap and Mittens from the award winning knitting duo of Christine LeGrow and Shirley A. Scott featured in their newest book Saltwater Gifts! The cap is made from Briggs and Little Heritage, the mittens from Regal. Saltwater Gifts is full of easy fun for lovers of cable knitting. Pre-ordering now available here: https://boulderbooks.ca/product/saltwater_gifts/

Call into crosstalk today before 1:30pm NL time with your gardening questions and you could win a copy of Peter's book Newfoundland Gardening! https://boulderbooks.ca/product/newfoundland-gardening/

Tune in to Mike Michael Wilkshire speaking about his new book: A Mixed Marriage tomorrow at 7:00 am on CBC Newfoundland and Labrador #French #history

Drop by Some Good Market in Brigus today and get a sneak peak from #SaltwaterGifts third book in the Series by Christine LeGrow & Shirley Anne Scott