by megan@bcyukonbookprizes.com | Sep 2, 2026 | Uncategorized
The West Coast Book Prize Society is pleased to announce the names of the Vancouver Book Award finalists. Ruby Smith Diaz, Searching for Serafim: The Life and Legacy of Serafim “Joe” Fortes (Arsenal Pulp Press) Daniela Elza, SCAR/CITY (McGill-Queen’s University Press)...
by megan@bcyukonbookprizes.com | Jun 26, 2026 | Uncategorized
Every year, the BC and Yukon Book Prizes shine a spotlight on extraordinary writing from across our region, but the impact of these prizes extends far beyond the award gala. For shortlisted authors, recognition opens doors to new readers, new communities, and new...
by megan@bcyukonbookprizes.com | Mar 3, 2026 | Uncategorized
By Frances Peck I love books. I love to buy, borrow, discuss, recommend, and occasionally lend them. I read them daily, and I’ve written two of my own. So when in 2015 I was invited to join the board of the West Coast Book Prize Society, the nonprofit behind what was...
by megan@bcyukonbookprizes.com | May 30, 2025 | Uncategorized
The BC and Yukon Book Prizes have been honoured to work with teachers and school librarians to support their necessary and empowering work. Annually we work with generous donors and schools across British Columbia and Yukon to add powerful, inspiring, and affirming...
by megan@bcyukonbookprizes.com | Mar 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
The West Coast Book Prize Society (producers of the BC & Yukon Book Prizes) will be holding our AGM on Wednesday, April 16th at 5:30 PM. The meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. Any members or future members wishing to attend may register at:...
