Canadian – Aly Writes

When the Singing’s Done

Through the boredom in the quiet
He’d start to softly sing.

Bumbleberry Buckle

This recipe will have you feeling like summer and ready for strawberry season, which is fast approaching.

The Things We Leave Behind

A diverse and engaging anthology, The Things We Leave Behind will resonate with a wide variety of readers. I found myself drawn in from the opening line.

Newfoundland Molasses “Lassy” Buns

These spiced raisin buns, traditional in Newfoundland, are a cross between a soft cookie and a biscuit.

10 Notable Canadian Literary Magazines

If you’re a Canadian writer looking for a home for your work that’s a little more close to home, look no further. This is far from a comprehensive list, but what follows are ten quality literary publications that are based in Canada (with one exception).

A boldly honest manual on the finer points of ice-fishing

You’re on the ice. On a lake. In a car. Imagine the ice cracking and the car sinking into the deep, dark, deathly cold water. Try to breathe. Stop imagining. Try to breathe.

Butter Tarts for Two

The butter tart is quintessentially Canadian—so much so that across the country you can find festivals, competitions, and tours dedicated to the sugary treat.