Zalika Reid-Benta

Book Launch - Rogene (mom) brought the amazing cake

Having Zalika join us last night was a departure for our book club, and particularly thrilling since she had just found out this week that she was on the long list for the Giller prize.  We had many questions, and Zalika was patient in explaining all about the creative process, and the politics of publishing.  She wasn't feeling 100%, which makes it more remarkable that she gave us so much of her time and energy. Thank you so much Zalika!!

Morning-after regrets hit me though, as soon as I sat down to blog: we forgot to take selfies with Zalika! Arghhh!

A reminder that we are meeting next on Thursday, October 3rd at Maureen's to talk about Madame Victoria by Catherine Leroux.

I don't recall discussing any other books last night.

Maureen let us know about the documentary New Homeland which is available to view now on Crave TV.

NEW HOMELAND OFFICIAL TRAILER from Joe Ortiz on Vimeo.

p.s. I've just watched Wildlife on Netflix and recommend it for some great performances.