It is old news the Andre Alexis won the 2015 Scotiabank Giller Prize. I have tried diligently to locate an online version of the ceremony, hosted by Rick Mercer, but I have not been able to locate one. You can check out other Giller-related videos on their site.
Readers' advisors can learn a lot about booktalking and promoting books from the award ceremony. The show is typically one hour long and the shortlist includes 5 books. During this year's broadcast, presenters were tasked with "booktalking" their assigned title. A booktalk does not summarize the book but identifies the most interesting aspects of the book in a way that promotes interest. The author is invited to read some of their book and then they participate in some random television activities. This is a great way to conduct an author visit and most authors are familiar with the structure. Be sure to check this out next year and assess the show as a readers' advisor.
The CBC Books webpage really deserves its own post but I will mention it here to direct you to one of the best Canadian book resource. There are many timely lists and related book news. Their Facebook page is equally informative and will keep you up to date on the latest news that your readers already know.
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