Global Research has just posted part one of a two-part interview with Arnold August, author of Cuba and Its Neighbours: Democracy in Motion. It’s a great, highly informative read, and we’ve posted it here. Be sure to visit Global Research … Continue reading →

We’d like to send a huge congratulations to our friends over at Briarpatch for 40 years of important, progressive and critical writing. We know perfectly well how challenging it is to remain fiercely independent, especially in publishing, especially in Canada … Continue reading →

Here’s a video of Alan Freeman and Radhika Desai, author of the recently published Geopolitical Economy, speaking in Moscow about several issues, including Thatcher’s death, and introducing the “Future of World Capitalism” book series.

We are positively thrilled to announce that Susan Dodd, author of The Ocean Ranger, has won the Atlantic Book Award for Scholarly Writing. The awards were given out last night to a packed house, and we’d like to send our … Continue reading →

Bill Carroll is a longtime friend and supporter of Fernwood Publishing. He’s created an original song and music video titled “Blind Eye Forward.” Here’s Bill’s description of the project: “The six-minute production is a minor blues with jazz inflections courtesy … Continue reading →

Winnipeg, Manitoba and Canada have lost a strong voice and conscience for social justice and human rights with the passing of Nick Ternette. Nick was indefatigable and completely selfless in his dedication to trying to make democracy work. He spoke … Continue reading →

Haroon Akram-Lodhi spoke at Mondragon Bookstore & Coffeehouse in Winnipeg on Thursday, Feb. 7, to launch his new book, Hungry for Change. Haroon delivered an engaging, passionate talk and answered some great questions afterwards. We’d like to send out a … Continue reading →

On Saturday, author, academic, unionist, political activismt and city councillor, Errol Black succumbed to ALS. Errol Black was a dear friend and author of Fernwood Publishing, and he will be truly missed. The funeral service for Errol Black will be … Continue reading →

That’s right! We’re super excited to announce the release of our first-ever eBooks. We starting with just four titles, but we’ll be adding more and more each season, so keep your eyes peeled. To get this whole thing going, we’re … Continue reading →

One of our most prolific authors, Carl E. James, has just been recognized by and inducted as a member into the Royal Society of Canada (RSC). Needless to say, we are exceptionally proud of Carl and a huge congratulations goes … Continue reading →