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Alberto Manguel on Optimismnew

The anthologist, essayist, and translator argues that in stories we can find our salvation.
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  10-12-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

The Father of Cyberpunk Speaks on 'Spook'new

We know that William Gibson's new novel digs into high-tech surveillance and messianism, but what about that mysterious shipping container?
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  08-13-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Michael Chabon Doles Out Wisecracking Oddnessnew

There's all manner of weirdness flavoring The Yiddish Policemen's Union.
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  05-11-2007  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Unlocking Levelsnew

"This book is kind of a gamble -- it's flat-out irony; there's no respite."
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  05-15-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Love and Other Catastrophesnew

Adverbs is a world of Lego blocks of unhappiness and isolation, endlessly reassembled -- plus, it's funny.
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  05-05-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

Suzuki Fears For the Leftnew

In his latest book, the renowned Canadian scientist and media figure relates his evolution from war child to environmental activist.
The Georgia Straight  |  John Burns  |  05-05-2006  |  Author Profiles & Interviews

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