New book talk series creates community for avid readers
Do you love to read? Are you constantly looking for new books to pick up and discuss with your friends? Well, we have just the thing for you — Toronto Metropolitan University’s new virtual Book Talk series!
These 30-minute sessions feature authors from the Toronto Metropolitan University community discussing their latest books, as well as their thoughts on a variety of timely issues. From non-fiction to fiction to cookbooks, this new series will have something for everyone!
Meet our first three authors
P.J. Patterson
My Political Journey, A Memoir by P.J. Patterson
November 2, 5:30 p.m.
In this intimate pre-recorded fire-side chat, Dr. Luz Longsworth, Principal and Pro Vice-Chancellor, The University of the West Indies Open Campus, and Mr. Patterson, former Prime Minister of Jamaica, discuss a new vision for the Caribbean post‑pandemic.
Catherine Hernandez
Crosshairs
November 13, 12:30 p.m.
Alumna and award-winning author, Catherine Hernandez joins us to discuss her latest novel Crosshairs — an unforgettable dystopian story of a near-future where Others and allies join forces against an oppressive regime.
Julie Albert & Lisa Gnat
The Bite Me Balance Cookbook
November 24, 12:00 p.m.
Follow along while Julie Albert (Journalism ’97) and her sister Lisa Gnat, show you how to cook a delicious Thai Chicken Noodle Soup. They'll also share tips and tricks to help set you up for success in the kitchen and at the table.