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Robert Kroetsch – City of Edmonton Book PrizeSee more

On May 1, 2024, a shortlist of 12 Edmonton artists will be honoured for their outstanding work in music, visual art, film and literature. Audreys is delighted to be a co-sponsor of the City of Edmonton Book Prize, and we congratulate this year's excellent finalists.

New Releases in NonfictionSee more

New Releases in FictionSee more

Carol Shields Prize 2024 ShortlistSee more

The shortlist for the prestigious Carol Shields Prize for Fiction has been announced and we're thrilled to see some of our favourites on it. We hope you find some interesting and diverse stories as we all have.

2024 International Booker Prize ShortlistSee more

The 2024 International Booker Prize Shortlist has been announced. This list celebrates diversity in translated novels and short story collections published in the UK and/or Ireland.

The Women's Prize for Fiction Longlist 2024See more

The Women’s Prize for Fiction is awarded annually to the author of the best full-length novel of the year written in English and published in the UK. The shortlist will be announced on April 5, and the prize awarded on June 13, 2024.

2024 DUBLIN Literary Award LonglistSee more

Now in its 29th year, the Dublin Literary Award sponsored by Dublin City Council is the world’s most valuable annual prize for a single work of fiction published in English, worth €100,000 to the winner. The longlist comprises 70 books nominated by 80 libraries in over 35 countries. The shortlist will be announced March 26, with the winner announced May 23. As this is an internation prize, not all nominated titles are currently available in Canada.

Romantasy and Dark Fantasy for 2024See more

2023 Read AlbertaSee more

The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the release of the 2023 Read Alberta Publisher Catalogue, which showcases books published in Alberta throughout 2023. This edition of the catalogue highlights over 100 frontlist titles from 19 Alberta book publishers.

2023 CBC Best Canadian ComicsSee more

CBC Books' picks for the top Canadian comics published in 2023

Globe and Mail Bestselling Books of 2023: CanadianSee more

The bestselling Canadian books of the year, as compiled by The Globe and Mail using information from BookNet Canada. Which ones have you read?

2023 CBC Best Canadian NonfictionSee more

CBC Books' picks for the top Canadian nonfiction published in 2023

Levi's LibationsSee more

Whether you're just starting to mix cocktails, or you're already a home bar pro, this list is for you! Our staff member Levi has scoured the catalogue for some of his favourite books that highlight the beautiful, balanced artistry of cocktails along with the creative science behind how these drinks work.

Here you'll find recipe books, celebratory books on iconic drinks, and historys of specific spirits.
Enjoy! Imbibe!

Mika's House of HorrorsSee more

Spook for one, spook for all! Whether you enjoy short stories full of thrilling tales, graphic novels mixing queerness and body horror, Japanese manga that will shock you to your very core, or a simple tale of a bunny seeking revenge - we got something for you.

If your taste in horror is something that should concern you more, step into our world.

Bree's AntiquitiesSee more

Interested in the Ancient World? Bree never grew out of her Greek mythology phase and she's curated some of her favourite books on ancient history and mythology from around the world.

Kelly's Music and MemoirsSee more

Aidane's Manga ManiaSee more

Aidane's on a manga binge, and she's made a list of her favourites! Featuring magical girls and boys, hardbop saxophones, talking animals, and a surplus of chainsaws, this list has books that will either warm your heart or make your blood run cold.

Many of these books are a part of a series, so be prepared and read with some snacks handy!

Please note while many of these mangas are drawn in a cute and cozy style, not all of these books are appropriate for all ages. If you have questions or concerns about age recomendations, please don't hesitate to ask a staff member!

Winston's Books on BooksSee more

We're going a little meta with this list, following staff member and student librarian Winston's fascination with what he calls the "DVD extras" of the book world. A mix of Winston's must-reads and to-be-reads, this list is your invitation to dig deeper into the world of books, libraries, bookstores, and publishing.

Thom's Two Wheeled TalesSee more

From the early 19th Century onward the bicycle has been inseparable from the human experience of travel and adventure. Here are a number of titles curated by Audreys' resident cyclist, Thom, that will help you explore various aspects of this essential part of our history; see where we're at now and learn where we may go - on two wheels - in the future.

Adriana's Culinary Recommendations: from Someone Who Can't CookSee more

Have you ever looked at a cookbook and thought, I could never make that, but it looks delicious, well, that's where Adriana comes in. As a self proclaimed 'eater, not chef', she has cultivated her favourite cookbooks that have left her wondering if she could reach into the page and taste the dish. From celebrity chefs to niche topics, even to chickens, there's a book for anyone.

Israel and PalestineSee more

Our Changing ClimateSee more

Edmonton AuthorsSee more

Alberta AuthorsSee more