Askiwina: A Cree World

In support of the Saskatchewan Festival of Words, independent film producer, director, writer and journalist Doug Cuthand returns with his latest release. Askiwina provides readers with a bridge to understanding Aboriginal philosophy, history, culture and society both through Cuthand’s fresh insights and respected literary voice. The 2008 Saskatchewan Festival of Words runs July 17 – July 20 in Moose Jaw. For more information, please visit www.festivalofwords.com.

The Vastness of Heaven: A Novel of Africa

This riveting tale is based on the real life adventures of the author and his wife, Cathie, who volunteered to teach high school in Blama, Sierra Leone. During their time there they encountered the most noble heroes, the most bloody villains, and a host of colourful, characters who now populate the pages of this exciting book. Originally from Saskatoon, CD and Cathie returned to the city to retire in 2005 after teaching in Queensland, Australia and Sierra Leone.

Satan, Christianity’s Other God Vol. I: Legend, Myth, Lore or Lie

Discover how millions believe Satan the “evil one” is real, thus making him into a god. It’s no secret that the cosmic Satan of Christianity isn’t found in Scripture. This volume begins an exploration of Scripture in order to prove that Satan is entirely a construct of humanity. Brayshaw argues that in order to truly know God the Creator, we must first give up our belief in Christianity’s other god.

A New Dawn Rising

Set in early 1800s Georgia, A New Dawn Rising is a compelling historical novel about one white slave’s struggle for love and independence. Patricia Budd was born in Regina, and now makes her home in Fort McMurray, Alberta.

Feminist Theology with a Canadian Accent

An examination of the Canadian feminist theological context, its history, its multicultural perspective, its expression of marginal experiences, its commitment to social justice, its exploration of eco-feminism and its embrace of cultures, ethnicities and the unique contribution of Canada’s First Nations Peoples. Editor Mary Ann Beavis teaches in the department of Religious Studies and Anthropology at St. Thomas More College at the University of Saskatchewan.

Join Artistic Director Mark Von Eschen and Costume Designer Beverley Kobelsky as they discuss what goes into producing this year’s plays The Tempest and Henry IV and give us a behind-the-scenes look at the history of the festival and finding fresh ways to interpret the classic works of the Bard. A Q&A will follow. The 2008 season of Shakespeare on the Saskatchewan runs July 2nd to August 10th. For more information, please call 653-2300 or visit www.shakespeareonthesaskatchewan.com.

Farmers “Making Good”: The Development of Abernethy district, Saskatchewan, 1880-1920, 2nd Edition

Between 1882 and 1920, settlers from Ontario established social and economic structures at Abernethy, Saskatchewan. By virtue of hard work, perseverance, and the critical advantage of having arrived first, they transformed the Pheasant Plains into a prosperous farming community. In this newly revised edition of the widely praised original published in 1989, award-winning author and historian Lyle Dick revisits the Abernethy district and his analysis of the development of this prairie community.

In conjunction with our Vampire, Creepy and Supernatural theme for June and July, join us for popcorn and ghost stories in the Circle of Trees. Wear your pajamas and bring a flashlight! For ages 8-16.

Discovery in Passion¸ Escape in Passion¸ and Mercy in Passion

In her latest romance trilogy, Saskatoon’s own Shiela Stewart takes us to the small town of Passion, where paranormal activities, suspense, and lust prove that nothing is ordinary in Passion, especially the love. The first twenty people to purchase any one of Shiela Stewart’s books will receive a free short story Ebook download of Surrender to the Darkness along with a CD trailer video.