Magnetewan Books

Magnetewan Books is a select imprint in Vancouver.  We are one of the very few feminist publishing houses in Canada. Stories about women and women’s social issues are our focus, although we now have one male author in our collection. Our soft-cover, 6 x 9 inch, perfect-bound books are just the right size for carrying in backpacks or sitting on your library shelf, or in a classroom.  We employ professional editor Dave Henry to style our books.  We use Island Blue Printorium to produce strong, beautiful books that last.

For ordering information contact us.

“Radio Ladies: Canada’s Women on the Air 1922-1975”

ISBN 9780986610554.  Still selling, after all these years. The only book profiling women in Canadian Radio history.  Meet the stars of the Golden Age of Radio like Betty Kennedy, Sylvia Tyson, Kate Aitken, June Dennis, Mary Clark.  Vancouver Public Library “Suggested Readings” list.  After three years searching archives and interviewing radio personalities, Peggy Stewart produced this unique book.  Includes interviews and profiles of over 50 pioneering women in radio broadcasting in Canada.  Includes vintage photographs, WW-2 War Bond scripts, fan letters, Selected Bibliography, Index.  This is the only book about Canadian radio with a complete section on French-language radio stars translated from Quebec archives by Dave Henry.  Perfect for college-age readers or those of us who loved radio as it once was and never will be again. Read what reviewers say about “Radio Ladies” below. Price: $29.95 plus shipping, handling and taxes.

For ordering information contact us.

“Rape and After: The Counselling Path”

ISBN 9780986610516. Emma Tyler Harrison’s first-hand report on the methods and mechanics of group and private counselling following sexual assault.  Her brutally personal diary is supported and enhanced by interviews with criminologists Dr. Eric Beauregard, Dr. Allan Postuma, Dr. Ray Blanchard, Dr. Reid Meloy and more. In Emma’s story we discover our own strengths, and learn how counselling works and why it saves precious time on the path to recovery.  “Why Me?”  Find out why a criminal selects a target and how you can prevent his success. Learn risk assessment tools and how to create a personal safety plan. Every woman should own this book. Price: $29.95 plus shipping, handling and taxes.

For ordering information contact us.

“Safe House”

ISBN 9780986610578.   Narrative Non-Fiction c.M.M.Scriven. A quiet Toronto street, a large house full of secrets and a connection to The SIG’s, Canada’s storied clandestine regiment. A child is kidnapped and rescued by a female British Security agent from an SS camp in Northern France in Autumn 1944. What goes on after that in this house forms the substance of this new narrative Non-Fiction thriller by M.M.Scriven based on a true story of brutality, greed and courage. $29.95 plus shipping, handling and taxes.

For ordering information contact us.

“Toronto Tales – Growing Up In Greenwood”

Craig Dunn (“The Key Valley Railroad”) has put together 50 connected short stories revolving around his gang of small boys who grew up in the Greenwood area of Toronto. Starting in the early 1950s, “Toronto Tales” continues until the gang grows up, in the mid-1960s’ era of freedom and adventure in the Toronto of that time. Witty, slightly acidic humour and great characterization throughout. Cover art by Magnetewan Books. Contact author for more “Toronto Tales” publication information, price and release date at craidunng1@gmail.com

For ordering information contact us.

Here are some comments about our first book, “Radio Ladies: Canada’s Women on the Air 1922-1975” …

“I think your work will make a valuable addition to our collection – for the history of radio broadcasting and women’s studies as well as Canadian studies, Aboriginal studies and Journalism.”
Scott Turner, MacOdrum Library, Carleton University.

“You are to be congratulated on taking on such a daunting assignment. You have contributed to radio history.”  The Hon. Betty Kennedy, O.C.

“This is excellent.”
Gord Landsell, Northwest Broadcasters.

“We are very interested in Radio Ladies.”
CBC Radio One

“Congratulations on the book and thanks for remembering that I wanted a copy.
Pamela Martin, CTV News

“Bravo, and Bravo again!”
Keith Spicer, Chairman (Ret.) Canadian Radio & Television Commission.

Congratulations on your book – well done.”
Stonewall MB Historical Society.

“Thank-you for contributing to Canadian culture.”
Library & Archives Canada.

“Well done.”
Craig Dunn, “The Key Valley Railway”.

“Congratulations! Looking forward to reading “Radio Ladies” when spring planting is done.”
Wayne Schmalz, “On Air: Radio in Saskatchewan”.

“Will sell like hotcakes!”
Ken (BossRadio) McKim.

“Don’t tell me you’re still writing that book!”
Ida Clarkson, CHEK TV, Victoria.

“I’m looking forward to reading this!
Jan Tennant, first female national television news anchor.

“Well done – radio contributed to Canadian history in so many ways.”
Brian and Rick Antonson.