Well this is pretty great! Radicalized, my book of four novellas, is one of the CBC's picks for best Canadian fiction of 2019. It's in pretty outstanding company, too, including Margaret Atwood's The Testaments.
Radicalized is one of the CBC's best books of 2019!
These vintage computer book cover graphics are a dial-up wormhole back to the 1980s
Redditor ForeverMozart posted a wonderful collection of 1980s computer book covers. I hope they inspire a slew of Vaporwave cassette J-cards. READ THE REST
The key to a "runner's high" is marijuana, according to a new book
Journalist Josiah Hesse wrote "Runner's High: How a Movement of Cannabis-Fueled Athletes Is Changing the Science of Sports." In the book, he argues that cannabis is changing the sport of distance running. "The 39-year-old journalist contends that pot makes for a more focused and relaxed athlete, creating a positive-feedback loop around exercise that can lead… READ THE REST
"Flying Saucers are Real!" is an awesome book about UFO culture and history
Flying Saucers Are Real! by Jack Womack (not the one by Donald Keyhoe!) features an extensive catalogue of UFO content from his personal library. I received this book recently for my birthday and was thrilled to add it to my library—it even includes an introduction by William Gibson. The mystery of UFOs fascinated me since… READ THE REST
25 deals you definitely don't want to miss out on this weekend
If you could make an adult wish-list, you'd probably burn your way through two or three notepads. While everything you need these days may not be within your budget, we have deals on 25 must-have gizmos and gadgets that definitely won't break the bank, giving you an excuse to treat yourself. Check out these deals… READ THE REST
Your home is your most valuable asset. Protect it with these 5 critical steps
There's no more helpless feeling than the moment you realize you've been robbed. The mix of anger, fear, and a sense of violation are enough to turn your stomach. And in addition to stolen items, there's usually clean-up and repair needed since 95 percent of burglaries involve a forced entry. As horrible as it feels,… READ THE REST
Make this tortilla press the star of your next Taco Tuesday
Okay, so you're not the best cook, but we all have our flaws. And at least your creations are edible, right? Sure, that recipe for peanut butter and jelly chicken wasn't the best option to feed a dinner party, but it surely could have been worse than just a mild case of the runs after.… READ THE REST
