Mrs. Caliban (Review)
“Why do you call him a monster?” “Well, an eight-foot tall green gorilla with web feet and bug eyes—what would you call him? A well-developed frog? Not exactly an Ivy-league type, anyway.’” “I’ve met plenty of Ivy-leaguers I’d call monsters.” Rachel Ingalls’ cult classic Mrs. Caliban is the perfect read for a rainy afternoon. I read this book partway through my practicum with grade eight English … Continue reading Mrs. Caliban (Review)
In Conversation: Vivek Shraya — NōD Magazine
I had the privilege of interviewing the incredible Vivek Shraya with Kathy Pham for NoD Magazine last year. Her newest publication “I’m Afraid of Men” is released today and I can’t wait to read it. Check out the interview below. For our most recent issue, we sat down with author, musician, and educator Vivek Shraya to discuss her writing, her career and her imprint at … Continue reading In Conversation: Vivek Shraya — NōD Magazine
Reading at Soggy Pages
I had so much fun reading at Soggy Pages last night. The event was run by The Blasted Tree and the Brewer’s Apprentice who paired each reader with a craft beer that suited their poetry. Below are photos from the event. Kyle and I will be reading in the same space, Loft 112, on September 8th for my chapbook launch! Continue reading Reading at Soggy Pages
Launch: Ladybird, Ladybird
I’ll be hosting a little launch party in Calgary for my chapbook “Ladybird, Ladybird” on September 8th at Loft 112. I’ll be reading from the collection with a few other local authors (TBA) and copies of the chapbook will be available for 10$. Here’s a link to the facebook event with more information. Continue reading Launch: Ladybird, Ladybird
Threats (Review)
“You lose everything you love in the order in which you love it.” Amelia Gray’s novel Threats is as unnerving and threatening as the title suggests. Threats is like a strange and uneven puzzle where you find a new piece when you didn’t know you were missing any. As information is revealed, falsified, reconsidered and reformulated, we readjust as readers within short spans of time and space. A basic synopsis: … Continue reading Threats (Review)
Ladybird, Ladybird
Exciting news! My little collection “Ladybird, Ladybird” is officially published and available for purchase from Anstruther Press. Thanks so much to Jim Johnstone and editors for making this happen! 🐞 Copies are 10$ and can be ordered here. Check out their other chapbooks while you’re at it, this press produces beautiful work. Continue reading Ladybird, Ladybird
Hemlock at Milk Press Books
I have a new poem up at Spilt Milk (Milk Press Books, the press of the Poetry Society of New York). The piece is loosely based on the story of Mary Webster, one of the better known women to be executed in the Salem Witch Trials. It is said that Mary was hung from a tree for hours and until they were sure she was … Continue reading Hemlock at Milk Press Books
The Honey Farm (review)
When I picked up The Honey Farm, I was instantly drawn in by the beautiful botanical cover. When I read the description, I was even more excited; there aren’t many things that I find more fascinating than bees and plagues. The first character we are introduced to is named Cynthia. She owns an isolated honey farm that is experiencing unprecedented drought and thus a drop … Continue reading The Honey Farm (review)
Wintering at Frontier Poetry
My poem “Wintering” has been published by Frontier Poetry. They are a great platform for emerging writers and they frequently post contest lists and resources. Make sure you check out their site! https://www.frontierpoetry.com/blog/ Continue reading Wintering at Frontier Poetry
Speak (Review)
THE FIRST TEN LIES THEY TELL YOU IN HIGH SCHOOL 1. We are here to help you. 2. You will have enough time to get to your class before the bell rings. 3. The dress code will be enforced. 4. No smoking is allowed on school grounds. 5. Our football team will win the championship this year. 6. We expect more of you here. 7. … Continue reading Speak (Review)
Amy J LeBlanc 