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Overview: In this provocative book, Catherine Owen examines the moving parts of the literary community and explains what makes it tick. Starting with reading, which she believes is a fundamental part of being a writer, Owen considers activities such as reviewing, translating, hosting radio shows, and even running small presses. With more than 60 interviews as well as her own experiences to draw on, Owen sketches a compelling picture of what a literary life can be. Readers will come away with a new appreciation for the dynamism of the Canadian literary scene and the inspiration to contribute to it.

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Catherine Owen is a writer and avid reader based in the Pacific Northwest. Before pursuing writing full-time, they spent over a decade working in education. When not working on their next book, Catherine Owen can usually be found hiking with their dog or trying out new coffee shops in their neighborhood.

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