Books published in the United States in English, including works in translation and other significant rereleases, between November 18, 2020, and November 17, 2021, will be eligible for the 2021 Goodreads Choice Awards.

Recommendations for people of all ages (but particularly children) to expand their reading diversity, promote black authors, and educate on the topic of discrimination.

History books tend to focus on certain people and to ignore the stories of others. Black History Month reminds us that everyone participates in history, and everyone deserves to have their story heard.

Learn about the history of the Riverview/Essondale hospital in PoCo, and Mental Health treatment in BC. Includes resources on the history of mental illness with a focus on first person accounts. In partnership with Coquitlam Heritage's exhibition titled Riverview: an artists point of view.

In positive psychology, a flow is a cognitive state (also known as being "in the zone" (sports) or "in the pocket" (music)) in which a person is fully immersed in an activity. Achieving this state can help people feel greater enjoyment, creative energy, and energized focus.

A booklist to learn about Indigenous history in North America.

A mix of History, Mystery, uplifting books and others on my 'to read' list.

Canada History Week 2022 takes place from November 21 to 27. This year’s theme is Arts, Culture, and Creators! The week encourages Canadians to reflect upon and engage with Canada’s past.