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Emmanuelle Pierrot's debut novel, defended by David Thibodeau, wins Combat national des livres
The debates took place from May 27-30, 2024. The show was moderated by Marie-Louise Arsenault, host of Radio-Canada's Tout peut arriver.
Meet the 2024 Combat national des livres contenders
The French-language book debate show will air on Radio-Canada from May 17-20, 2024.
The best moments from Canada Reads 2024
The Future by Catherine Leroux, championed by Heather O'Neill, won this year's great Canadian book debate! Here are some of the most powerful moments from this year's show.
8 Canadian books to read if you loved The Future by Catherine Leroux
Fans of the Canada Reads winner will enjoy these other titles.
8 Canadian books to read if you loved Shut Up You're Pretty by Téa Mutonji
Fans of the Canada Reads short story collection will enjoy these other titles.
8 Canadian books to read if you loved Bad Cree by Jessica Johns
Fans of the Canada Reads horror-infused novel will enjoy these other titles.
8 Canadian books to read if you loved Denison Avenue by Christina Wong & Daniel Innes
Fans of this illustrated novel set in the heart of Kensington Market will enjoy these other titles.
8 Canadian books to read if you loved Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune
Fans of the first romance novel on Canada Reads will enjoy these other titles.
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Heather O'Neill, championing The Future by Catherine Leroux, wins Canada Reads 2024
In a 4-1 vote, Heather O'Neill took home the win for The Future by Catherine Leroux, translated by Susan Ouriou.
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Kudakwashe Rutendo talks about deliberate word choice in Shut Up You're Pretty
On the final day of Canada Reads 2024, Kudakwashe Rutendo discussed the power of simple language in Shut Up You're Pretty.
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'Disaster can actually herald change': Heather O'Neill discusses The Future's message of hope
On the final day of the Canada Reads 2024, Heather O'Neill explained how The Future can carry us forward.
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'I never get to see that': Kudakwashe Rutendo on Black female representation in Shut Up You're Pretty
On Day Three of the Canada Reads 2024, Kudakwashe Rutendo discusses her connection to the character of Loli in Shut Up You're Pretty.
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How important are happy endings? Canada Reads contenders weigh in
On Day Two of Canada Reads 2024, Mirian Njoh and Naheed Nenshi discuss what makes a powerful ending.
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'It's not like you can put it on the doorstep': Dallas Soonias talks trauma in the subtext of Bad Cree
On Day Two of Canada Reads 2024, Dallas Soonias defends Jessica Johns' choice to let Indigenous intergenerational trauma speak for itself in Bad Cree.
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Breaking down genre prejudice with the first romance book on Canada Reads
On Day One of Canada Reads 2024, Mirian Njoh and Heather O'Neill share their appreciation of the romance genre.
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Canada Reads 2024: Watch the finale replay here
The 23rd edition of the great Canadian book debate hosted by Ali Hassan wraps up here. What is the one book to carry us forward?
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Canada Reads 2024: Watch the Day Three replay here
The 23rd edition of the great Canadian book debate hosted by Ali Hassan continues here. What is the one book to carry us forward?
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Canada Reads 2024: Watch the Day Two replay here
The 23rd edition of the great Canadian book debate hosted by Ali Hassan continues here. What is the one book to carry us forward?
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Canada Reads 2024: Watch the Day One replay here
The 23rd edition of the great Canadian book debate hosted by Ali Hassan begins here. What is the one book to carry us forward?
Everything you need to know about Canada Reads 2024
The debates take place March 4-7 on CBC TV, CBC Radio and CBC Books. This year, the great Canadian book debate is looking for one book to carry us forward.
Here's how to find the Canada Reads books in accessible formats
The shortlist is available in a variety of formats for those with print disabilities. Canada Reads will air March 4-7.
Miss the Canada Reads contenders on The Next Chapter? Catch up here
Ahead of the great Canadian book debate, each author and contender duo discussed their book on The Next Chapter with Ali Hassan. Canada Reads 2024 will air on March 4-7.
Watch the Canada Reads 2024 book trailers
The great Canadian book debate takes place March 4-7
Celebrate Canada Reads 2024 with a community event near you
In the lead up to and after Canada Reads 2024, communities across the country are celebrating with local events.
Download a Canada Reads poster
If you'd like a poster for your school, bookstore or library, you can request one from CBC Books! You must submit your request by Feb. 5, 2024.
