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Introducing the Read Local BC eBookshelf: A Collection of BC-Published eBooks

June 5th, 2025

The Association of Book Publishers of British Columbia (Books BC), in partnership with the BC Libraries Cooperative, is excited to announce the launch of the Read Local BC eBookshelf, an innovative collection showcasing the best of BC-published ebooks. With hundreds of titles already available, this curated selection gives 5.5 million BC library patrons seamless access to books about BC, set in BC, or written by BC authors—all from the convenience of the Libby app.

For the first time, BC library users can explore an expertly curated list of local books, including: award-winning fiction, travel guides, children’s and YA books, nature writing, non-fiction, and more!

QUOTE: “BC is home to amazing authors and publishers, and now it’s easier than ever to find their stories. The new Read Local BC eBookshelf allows people across the province to explore an incredible range of local books that reflect our communities, histories, and imaginations. As an avid reader, I am so excited to see this fantastic tool launched as it shines a spotlight on our local publishers, authors, and illustrators. It will help more BC stories get discovered and shared by audiences of all ages.”

– Hon. Spencer Chandra Herbert, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport

Quick facts about the Read Local BC eBookshelf:

*Currently features 682 titles from 17 BC publishers – With more being added!

*Available via the Libby app – Getting Started with Libby

*BC library patrons can now browse hundreds of ebooks within the Read Local BC guide. Titles will be added regularly across a range of genres. Find an example of the collection here.

*Participating BC Libraries – All 71 of BC’s public libraries are part of this initiative.

*Launch Event – To mark the launch of the Read Local BC eBookshelf, BC book publishers, library representatives and two BC Authors–Candie Tanaka and Wayde Compton–will share readings and remarks at Burnaby Public Library, McGill Branch on Thursday, June 19th from 10:30 AM to noon. Register for this free public event here.

The full media release can be found here.

For more information about the collection, please visit: https://www.readlocalbc.ca/ebookshelf/