Read Any Good (Canadian) Books Lately?

There are approximately 10,000 books published in Canada every year – how many of those make it to your bookshelf? Despite authors promoting their books through festivals, contests, book lists, podcasts, blogposts and of course, through libraries and local bookstores, most Canadian readers only see a glimmer of the rich literary landscape every year. Events such as the Giller Prize and Canada Reads will shine a spotlight on some of these Canadian writers, leaving many more without high profile coverage. What is the impact of this disproportionate promotion on certain Canadian authors and what happens to other authors who struggle to reach readers?
In this lecture Pamela Mulloy, editor of The New Quarterly and creative director of the Wild Writers Literary Festival, will explore how writers find their audience, and the ways in which readers can develop their own reading list and become good literary citizens.