Flanker Press Ltd.

09/07/2025

Coming in October from Flanker Press, the new book from Author Alex Hickey, Evening Star: The Final Voyage of the Schooner Hesperia.

Available for order now
https://flankerpress.ca/product/evening-star

Abe Skinner, a seasoned sea captain haunted by grief and responsibility, leads the schooner Hesperia from Newfoundland across the treacherous winter seas of 1916. Driven by desperation to provide coal for his Newfoundland hometown, Skinner and his crew face the punishing whims of nature, the shadows of war, and personal demons that threaten to unravel them all.

As the Hesperia battles storms, shifting cargo, and the chilling mystery of ambergris treasure, every choice becomes a measure of character and fate. At home, Abe’s wife, Kate, clings to hope and the fragile threads of family, keeping watch for the return of those she loves as another Christmas passes with only silence from the sea. When disaster strikes on the icy shores of Langlade, survival hangs by a thread—and the cost of courage is written in the relentless waves.

Sweeping from the coal mines of Nova Scotia to the wild Atlantic and into the hearts of those left waiting, Evening Star is an unforgettable story of love, sacrifice, and the enduring bonds that shape us, even after the storm.

09/06/2025

COMING SOON! Poppa and the Medicine Wheel, written by Judith M. Doucette, illustrated by Jessica Cutler.

In this third book of the Poppa series, Poppa celebrates his first National Indigenous Peoples Day with his Mi’kmaw Community in St. George’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. He can finally do so without fear of discrimination or oppression.

June 21 is celebrated all over Turtle Island (North America) as National Indigenous Peoples Day. François and his friends are excited to celebrate their first public commemoration of this day with Poppa. They will host a morning sunrise ceremony, including Poppa’s teaching on the Seven Lessons of the Mi’kmaw Medicine Wheel.

Poppa realizes with much joy that his Indigenous culture is bursting with revitalization and renewed pride in a heritage he feared would be lost and forgotten forever. He does not have to practise his cultural ceremonies in private any longer.
Come, join us as we rediscover the teachings of our Mi’kmaw Medicine Wheel and how our ancestors depended on it as a valuable teaching tool for our Peoples. The lessons of the Medicine Wheel are deeply profound and rich with Indigenous spirituality. The Medicine Wheel begs the utmost respect for the Creator as well as every other living creature in existence.

https://flankerpress.ca/product/poppa-and-the-medicine-wheel

09/05/2025

Fantastic writing workshop coming up in October with one of NL's bestselling authors, Helen C. Escott. Details on how to register in the post below, don't miss this chance for some professional guidance with your writing journey.

Join us for an incredible workshop led by Newfoundland's very own Helen Escott! This session will explore the "Structure of Romance." Discover valuable tips and tricks to kickstart your writing journey about your true passion in life! 💚 The workshop is on Thursday, October 16th, 2025 at 3:00pm. You can register in person, by phone at 737-3020, or online at https://nlpl.ca/events/.

09/05/2025

New Arrival!! Karen Lundy - Author's debut work of fiction, A Door in the Middle of Nowhere, has arrived at the Flanker Press office, and Karen got her first look at it today. Copies are making their way to store shelves, and to online customers now. Also available to order online at our website.

Peter had this to say about Karen's novel "This is a really great novel, I read it in two sittings. Some of my favourite stories are ones which blend supernatural/fantasy elements with relatable, human experience and relationships, and this novel blends these seamlessly. In many ways it’s two parallel stories which converge, with characters confronting their past, and contemplating their present. Readers who enjoy alternate reality, folklore, family drama, will find a lot to love in this book, it's a very powerful story. Highly recommended."

09/05/2025

Copies of Hurricane House have landed in Goobies! Get yours today.

09/04/2025

Hi folks, we were having a little trouble with the Captcha verification on our last newsletter contest, and for people signing up for our newsletter. Just wanted to update everyone that it's been fixed, and you should be able to enter the contest now, and sign up for our newsletter if you're not already a subscriber.

We have contests in each newsletter, so it's a great opportunity to get a new book! Also, we'll have a pretty great one coming this fall, in the lead up to the holidays. We won't spoil details here, but you'll want to keep your eye out for that.

We appreciate your patience, and thank you all for being subscribers. We have a lot of great new books coming this fall season!

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09/03/2025

Thank you to Atlantic Books Today for this lovely collection of Newfoundland and Labrador publisher profiles, showcasing some of the long time veterans, and up and coming publishers who are all contributing to the literary landscape of Atlantic Canada. Head over to the ABT website to see more!

https://atlanticbooks.ca/stories/your-guide-to-newfoundland-and-labrador-independent-book-publishers

Newfoundland and Labrador has a thriving publishing scene, where independent presses play a vital role in preserving stories, amplifying voices, and celebrating the culture, history, and imagination of the region. From children’s picture books infused with folklore to groundbreaking scholarly research, these publishers showcase the creativity and resilience of Atlantic Canada.

Each press brings its own vision, whether it’s capturing local traditions, championing diverse voices, or pushing the boundaries of genre. Together, they ensure that the stories of this place reach readers both close to home and around the world.

To learn more head to atlanticbooks.ca to read the full article.