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12/27/2025

TSJ Talks John Carpenter’s THE THING on the Re-Creative Podcast For those of you who don’t download podcasts, here’s an easier way to listen to my 45-minute segment on the Re-Crea…

12/21/2025

This just in... The Gates of Polished Horn, by Mark A. Rayner, published by Donovan Street Press Inc., has just been named one of the Toronto Star's "20 favourite fiction books for 2025."

I'm blown away. I mean, I should not be THAT surprised... it's a great collection of short stories by a terrific writer! And it couldn't happen to a better, nicer guy.

And if I may say so, this very validating for a small, brand new indie publishing company based in Atlantic Canada! Gives us just that extra little bit of oompf! required to kick off the new year right.

Congratulations Mark! Well done and SO well deserved.

"A delightful collection of stories ranging across genres, whose recurring motif is the distinction between what is real and unreal, a true and a false dream. What this in turn leads to is the raising, usually in a lighthearted way, of the sort of moral questions we’ll soon be having to deal with more frequently.

— Alex Good, Toronto Star

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12/08/2025

Mark and I welcome back writer and editor Ira Nayman, returning to Re-Creative for a third time — we like him that much!

Ira has returned to the podcast to discuss the work of actor, comedian and filmmaker Buster Keaton, in particular his stunning 1924 action/comedy Sherlock Jr., which Ira describes as “an amazing exploration of the nature of film itself” and “astonishingly smart.”

A film of “multiple layers,” Sherlock Jr. was years ahead of its time in terms of conception and ex*****on.

Ira, Mark and I examine the film on every level, including the amazing and dangerous stunt work, for which Keaton is justifiably famous, and the surreal nature of his imagery, which continues to inform Ira’s own work.

Joe and Mark welcome back writer and editor Ira Nayman, returning to Re-Creative for a third time — we like him that much!

12/05/2025

My memoir about working at CBC Radio, Adventures in the Radio Trade, is featured in Toronto Metropolitan University's Alumni Gift Guide this year. Really appreciate the support from my alma mater!

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12/02/2025

Author Michael Antman joins Mark Rayner and Yours Truly to talk about the recent release of his novel Cherry Whip: Twentieth Anniversary Edition, explain his love for Japanese culture, share with us some of his favourite haiku, and more! The first episode of season four of our podcast on arts and culture, Re-Creative.

Season 4 Episode 68 Originally presented Nov 28th 2025

11/28/2025

Season Four of Re-Creative begins!

Author and critic Michael Antman joins Mark and Joe for Michael's second appearance on Re-Creative.

After discussing Michael's novel, Cherry Whip: the Twentieth Anniversary Edition, recently released by Donovan Street Press, which features a Japanese protagonist, Michael explains the origin of his love for Japanese culture. According to Michael, it all happened because he didn't know what a "porter" was (it's not what you think...)

Well, that and his discovery of a six volume history of haiku.

To Michael, haiku has always been "a wonderful diversion." It's a passion that Mark shares, both Michael and Mark having actually published haiku in The Mainichi Daily News.

"A writer writes," Michael reminds us, advice he received from fellow writer Scott Turow. "I'm a writer, that's what I do."

And to prove it (not that we needed proof), he shares with us all a choice morsel of his own haiku.

Re-Creative is produced by Donovan Street Press Inc. in association with MonkeyJoy Press.

After discussing Michael’s novel, Cherry Whip: the Twentieth Anniversary Edition, recently released by Donovan Street Press, which features a Japanese protagonist, Michael explains the origin of his love for Japanese culture. According to Michael, it all happened because he didn’t know what a .....

11/19/2025

Remembering a pillar of the Canadian speculative fiction community.

https://mahoneyj.substack.com/p/jean-louis-trudel

Remembering a pillar of the Canadian speculative fiction community

11/16/2025

The traditional publishing industry is kinda nuts. My thoughts on how, and why, and what to do about it.

And what to do about it

11/11/2025

Two days away!

11/10/2025

On this episode of Re-Creative, Mark and I talk to emergency physician and award-winning writer Melissa Yuan-Innes about A Grimm Night by Transcen|Dance Project, an interactive theatrical experience in which audiences are welcomed, masked and set free to explore a dance version of Grimm’s fairy tales. We discuss balancing day jobs with the process of creating art, fringe festivals in Canada, and “reverse catfishing.”

Season 1 Episode 8 Originally presented May 10th 2023

11/07/2025

Join me tomorrow for the first ever Pages in the Province book fair!

11am to 5pm Sat Nov 8th at the Capital Exhibit Centre, 355 Smythe St, Fredericton.

I'll be there representing Donovan Street Press Inc., with books from all our authors.

Pages in the Province is a giant celebration of books, creativity, and community! It'll be a full day dedicated to readers, writers, and book lovers of all kinds.

Discover the finest writers, publishers, bookstores, and local artisans from across New Brunswick, all under one roof! Plus, enjoy:
✨ Bookish flash tattoos
🎤 Author panels led by some of the province’s most talented storytellers
🛍️ A vibrant market filled with literary treasures, handmade goods, and more

Whether you’re a lifelong reader, a casual browser, or just love supporting local, this is one bookish event you won’t want to miss.

Pages in the Province is proudly organized by Dog Eared Books and The Midnight Cheetah, and made possible through the generous support of Elayna Gallea and Zach Lakes Productions.
Come celebrate the stories that connect us, one page at a time!

10/29/2025

On this episode of Re-Creative, Mark and I talk to author Robert Chazz Chute about his work, and one of his greatest influences, well-known author and screenwriter William Goldman’s The Color of Light.

Season 1 Episode 8 Originally presented May 3rd 2023