Text: March 2026 Editorial Cartoon by Derek Evernden. Image: A giant book and a small book face off against each other like David and Goliath. The comic's text reads: Celebrating Small Press Month.
Small press, big impact! 💪 📚 Happy Small Press Month to all the independent publishers keeping Alberta's unique story alive! #editorialcartoon #SmallPressMonth #SmallPress #ReadAlberta
Text: Bestsellers - February 2026
This month’s Alberta Bestsellers list contains a mix of old favourites and new releases. See the full list here: buff.ly/EuLP7UZ Includes titles from @ucalgarypress.bsky.social, @newestpress.bsky.social, and more! #ReadAlberta #CanLit #Bookbestsellers
Change it up this Friday with some new titles from our Read Alberta collection! Visit our eLibrary for these and more, and keep it local!
#ReadAlberta #eLibrary
Text: February 2026 Editorial Cartoon by Derek Evernden. Image:Cartoon people walk into a bookstore, and come out with a book and the story's romantic leads.
This February, love is in the air...and in your local bookstore!
#ReadAlberta #EditorialCartoon
Text: Beyond the Stacks with Jessie Bach: Date Night at the library. Image: Background image is of candy hearts.
Love is in the air...and at your local library! In this month's Beyond the Stacks, Jessie Bach provides fun and creative library-based date night ideas. So grab your beau, your bestie, or someone in between and head on down to your branch for some fun! #beyondthestacks #readalberta #datenight
Text: New Releases from Alberta book publishers.
Want to be swept off your feet this Valentine’s season? We suggest a date with one of these hot new releases—the perfect companion for any activity (…well, maybe not scuba diving). #readalberta
Have you tried the Read Alberta collection yet? Visit our eLibrary today and discover Alberta in books and magazines!
#ReadAlberta #ReadAB #BookLovers #eLibrary
In this month’s Beyond the Stacks, Jessie Bach gives us the inside scoop on what it takes to join and run a local library board. Hint: it takes more than just a love of books. Read the full article here: buff.ly/nATr2G7 #ReadAlberta #BeyondTheStacks
Text: Reel Potential Alberta books that deserve a screen adaptation. Images: covers of 4 Alberta-published books.
Like everyone else, we’re obsessed with Heated Rivalry. This got us thinking about what Canadian book should get the Heated Rivalry treatment next? Here are just four of our suggestions: buff.ly/GbVlCpD . Movie and tv producers, listen up! #ReadAlberta #HeatedRivalry #Booklists
Text: January 2026 Editorial Cartoon by Derek Evernden. Image: A hand stretches out from Ottawa, ripping the page of a braille book. the caption reads "January is Brailled Literacy Month".
January's editorial cartoon highlights Braille Literacy Month.
#ReadAlberta
Text: December 2025 editorial cartoon by Derek Evernden. A Elf reads a book while sitting on a book shelf.
We wish you all a safe and warm holiday season—see you in 2026!
#ReadAlberta #EditorialCartoon
Text: Alberta Book Publishing: 2025 Year in Review. Image: 15 book covers all published by Alberta book publishers.
What a year! As 2025 becomes a memory and we set our calendars to 2026, let’s take a look back at all the amazing moments from publishers this year. See some of the highlights from 2025 here: buff.ly/S6AXjsc #ReadAlberta
Tonight!! ✨ Hope to see you there, Calgary! #yyc #yycarts #ReadAlberta #CanLit #Poetry @newestpress.bsky.social @fernpub.bsky.social
Need some last minute holiday gift ideas? Try these new #ABBook releases! See all the great reads hitting the shelves this December: buff.ly/Kh7mYlj #ReadAlberta
Event promotional tile for Flywheel Reading Series in Calgary, Alberta. The December 11, 2025 event will include readings by Jun-long Lee and Samantha Jones, with music by Doug Waite. Location: Pages Books on Kensington, 7:00 pm.
Calgary fam, join us on December 11 at Pages Books on Kensington (Calgary, AB) for an evening of poetry and music at Flywheel Reading Series. Excited to share from Attic Rain & I'll Get Right On It! @newestpress.bsky.social @fernpub.bsky.social #Poetry #yycarts #CanLit #ReadAlberta
Text: November 2025 Editorial Cartoon by Derek Evernden. Image: six cartoon people hug a giant book with the title "Alberta Book Day".
November 3rd was the eighth annual Alberta Book Day! This special day is a celebration of Alberta-based book publishers, their achievements, cultural impact, and economic contributions to our province. #ABbooks #ReadAlberta
Alberta bestseller for October, #6 What is Broken Binds Us. Alberta readers thanks for putting a poetry collection on your bestseller list! Huge thanks to all the independent booksellers who supported my tour with buddy Bruce Hunter and my publisher @ucalgarypress.bsky.social . #readalberta #books
TEXT: Five Books to Inspire Your Next Alberta Trip. Subheading: With Alberta Books.
Alberta was recently named the most desirable region in the world by the UK’s biggest travel magazine, and we couldn't agree more! Need some travel inspo? These #AlbertaBooks highlight some of the province's most stunning places and animals. @ucalgarypress.bsky.social #ReadAlberta
Text: New Releases from Alberta book publishers. Graphic: Features four book covers from Alberta book publishers.
Turn your NO-vember into a YAY-vember with these new releases from Alberta book publishers. Check out all the latest books here: buff.ly/CsMhnua @ualbertapress.bsky.social @ucalgarypress.bsky.social @aupress.ca #ReadAlberta #LocalBooks #CanLit
Happy Alberta Book Day! Time to celebrate Alberta-based publishers and their cultural impact. 🎉
Visit our news page to explore great resources from the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA):
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#AlbertaBookDay #ReadAlberta #ABBooks
Do you love niche topics and off-the-beaten-path reads? There’s an Alberta Book for that! #ABBookDay #ABbooks #ABleg #ReadAlberta @durvile-shyba.bsky.social @aupress.ca
Want to judge a book by its cover? There’s an Alberta book for that! AB publishers work with award winning designers to create captivating covers. #ReadAlberta #ABBooks #ABBookDay @newestpress.bsky.social @durvile-shyba.bsky.social @ucalgarypress.bsky.social @renegadeartsent.bsky.social
Enjoy devouring thrilling mysteries? There’s an Alberta book for that! #ABbooks #ReadAlberta @renegadeartsent.bsky.social @durvile-shyba.bsky.social @newestpress.bsky.social
Looking for a book that fits your accessibility needs? There’s an Alberta book for that! Check out Accessible Alberta: buff.ly/GsGbzt3 #ReadAlberta #ABBookDay @mythicroads.bsky @ualbertapress.bsky.social @renegadeartsent.bsky.social @durvile-shyba.bsky @newestpress.bsky.social
Seeking award-winning books that showcase the unique perspectives and voices of our province across Canada? There’s an Alberta book for that! #ReadAlberta #ABBooks #ABBookDay @renegadeartsent.bsky.social
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Text: Looking for books by local alberta authors? There's an Alberta Book for that! Alberta Book Day 2025.Graphics: features six book covers from six alberta publishers.
Want to read local authors? There’s an Alberta book for that! Alberta book publishers play a vital role in sharing Alberta's Story, both at home and around the world. #ABbooks #ReadAlberta @newestpress.bsky.social @tychebooks.bsky.social @edgesf.bsky.social @durvile-shyba.bsky.social @aupress.ca
Title: Looking for books that uplift indigenous voices? Subtitle: There's an Alberta Book for that! Footer: Alberta Book Day 2025. There are four book covers from Alberta book publishers.
Do you want a book that uplifts Indigenous voices, histories, and experiences? There’s an Alberta book for that! #ABbooks #ReadAlberta @durvile-shyba.bsky.social @ualbertapress.bsky.social @ucalgarypress.bsky.social @newestpress.bsky.social
Graphic of a large red book in the shape of Alberta. Text: How to celebrate Aberta Book Day
Text: Buy an AB book from your neighbourhood bookshop. Ask a librarian for their favourite AB book and check-it out. Attend a local book launch. Visit ReadAlberta.ca to keep up-to-date on all things AB publishing! Footer: Alberta Book Day 2025.
Text: Show your support online! Post a photo, story, or comment about your favourite AB publisher. Just tag @ABBookPub and use the hashtag #ABBookDay. Footer: Alberta Book Day 2025.
Today's Alberta Book Day and we want YOU to join the fun! Check out how you can support your local publishers this #ABBookDay. Craving a specific type of book? There’s an Alberta book for that! All day, we’ll be sharing book recs to help you discover the diverse #ABBooks published here. #ReadAlberta
Title: Celebrating Seniors with Alberta Books. Features book covers from Durvile and UpRoute, NeWest Press, and Freehand Books.
This October we are putting the spotlight on seniors. We've curated a list of Alberta published books that highlight the richness and complexity of aging. Discover the full booklist here: buff.ly/BaJOEcd durvile-shyba.bsky.social @newestpress.bsky.social #AlbertaBooks #ReadAlberta
Title: September 2025 Editorial Cartoon. Footer: By Derek Evernden. Features an illustrated image of four generations reading at the library.
Young or old (or in-between), the library is the place to be!
#ABbooks #ReadAlberta #LibrariesForLife
