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Pow! Comic Books Live!!! Luis Fernandes and Assembly Theatre hope to hook you with a brand-new theatrical experienceApril 2, 2023 Benjamin Lefebvre discusses his YA debut novel “In the Key of Dale” with a kindred spirit at SesayArtsMarch 12, 2023 Renowned Canadian author Deborah Ellis talks “One More Mountain”, her new Breadwinner novel, with SesayArtsFebruary 28, 2023 Sara Florence Davidson discusses the Sḵ’ad’a Stories Series with SesayArtsFebruary 9, 2023 New year? New graphic novels to engross, enlighten and entertain young readersJanuary 14, 2023 New York Times bestselling author, S.K. Ali: In conversation with Sayak S-G of SesayArtsJanuary 7, 2023 Courtney Summers, author of I’M THE GIRL, in conversation with SesayArtsJanuary 2, 2023 Quadruple threat Brittany Charlotte Smith in conversation with SesayArtsDecember 1, 2022 Michael Gates talks “Hollywood in the Yukon” with SesayArts MagazineOctober 15, 2022 Together We Drum, Our Hearts Beat as One: A conversation with debut author Willie PollOctober 6, 2022 Talking TIFA with Roland Gulliver: It’s back, in person, and packed with spectacular authors and eventsSeptember 20, 2022 Making things happen with art: Leanne Prain cracks open The Creative Instigator’s HandbookSeptember 9, 2022 The 10th anniversary Vaughan International Film Festival: a hassle-free and affordable way to celebrate the best in Canadian and international short filmmakingJune 15, 2022 “It’s about creating a character with heart”: Marissa Stapley talks Lucky and her upcoming masterclassJune 1, 2022 Young Adult Books You Need to Read – Spring 2022May 16, 2022 Raeann Brown’s debut book “Bedtime in Nunatsiavut” inspires young readers to fly and invites adults to engage them in “bigger conversations”April 25, 2022 Doing it all: Michelle Nolden talks Lakeshorts Festival, Free Range Children . . . and the support system that enables her successApril 23, 2022 Spring forward with great new graphic novels for middle-grade readersApril 2, 2022 #BlackInSchool: Habiba Cooper Diallo’s teenage diary speaks truth to power. 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Sharon Lewis’ documentary WITH WONDER answers — and inspiresFebruary 12, 2022 Recommended picture books to spark change and invite discussion this new yearJanuary 19, 2022 Opera Atelier’s “Angel”: Conceived for film and tuned to this tortured timeDecember 16, 2021 New graphic novels that will spark reflection about identity and belongingNovember 8, 2021 A place we belong is worth fighting for: Louisa Onomé discusses her young adult novel Like HomeOctober 13, 2021 Delightful Getting Lit with Linda podcast connects Canadian literature to the here and nowSeptember 27, 2021 Picture books you need to read as school beginsSeptember 5, 2021 New and Exciting Young Adult Reads Perfect for SummerJuly 20, 2021 From 1933 to 2021: Ted Staunton and Josh Rosen’s compelling new graphic novel challenges today’s youth to pick up The Good FightJuly 9, 2021 Amazing Picture Books to Gift Teachers This JuneJune 28, 2021 Sunny Drake’s new web series reminds us why it’s good to be CHILD-ishJune 20, 2021 Summer Round Up of Recommended Early and Middle Grade ReadsJune 9, 2021 Round-up of Excellent YA Reads for Spring 2021May 20, 2021 Kristen Zaza’s On a Dark, Cold Night podcast returns with new chilling, soothing bedtime storiesApril 30, 2021 Michelle Obama’s “Becoming: Adapted for Young Readers” and “Waffles + Mochi” will “captivate and inspire”March 25, 2021 New film “Stitched Glass” spreads message of hope and harmonyMarch 21, 2021 What’s now and next for Frankie Drake Mysteries’ Chantel RileyMarch 19, 2021 Torres and Levins’ new graphic novel “Planet Hockey” provides unpretentious winter fun with sneaky substanceFebruary 26, 2021 Celebrate I Read Canadian Day with the charming picture books Ten Little Dumplings and The AquanautFebruary 13, 2021 New picture book The Name I Call Myself depicts a young person’s journey to self-acceptanceJanuary 31, 2021 25 things every podcaster should know – courtesy of Marco Timpano’s new bookNovember 7, 2020 The Umbrella Academy’s Ken Hall has thrived during the pandemic. His toolkit can help us all.October 25, 2020 In person or online, engaging with readers is Ruth Ohi’s favourite thing to doSeptember 20, 2020 40 years later, children can “Meet Terry Fox” anew, courtesy of Elizabeth MacLeod and Mike Deas’ new biographySeptember 12, 2020 Lindsay Zier-Vogel’s Love Lettering Project spreads joy across TorontoAugust 25, 2020 Everyone can draw comics. Kean Soo of TO Live’s The Arts Squad will show you how!July 20, 2020 Acclaimed stage actor Nancy Palk makes a welcome return to the screen in Catch and ReleaseJuly 14, 2020 Even a pandemic can’t hold back Alexis Alexander’s hit kids series Friendly FablesJune 7, 2020 Disabled Kenyan teens climb Kilimanjaro & smash stereotypes in Philip Knowlton’s KUPENDAMay 22, 2020 Smile . . . because “Every Place is the Same” says actor-podcaster Daniela VlaskalicApril 23, 2020 Binge-watching? Why you need to practise “mental distancing”April 15, 2020 Trouble sleeping? Marco Timpano’s The Insomnia Project will help you drift off to dreamlandMarch 29, 2020 Leaving the stage but filling the page – Sharon and Bram present Skinnamarink at Word on the StreetSeptember 19, 2019 Don't miss Free Comic Book Day on Saturday May 5th!April 29, 2018 "Media WHA-?” Daniel and Steven Shehori demystify the art of self-promotionApril 2, 2018 A Young Critic's Guide to Writing Reviews with The Quotable SayakApril 18, 2017 The Quotable Sayak on FCBD: “your May just got a whole lot better!”May 6, 2016 The Quotable Sayak: “HCF is Pure Comic Madness!” ~ Sayak S-GOctober 31, 2015 May 2nd is the Best Day of the Year . . . Free Comic Book Day! by Sayak S-GApril 30, 2015 May 3rd is Free Comic Book Day!April 26, 2014 Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedIn
