Hey there, I'm going to try something a little different today. As the title says I'm going to feature a local book, talk about it, and suggest you read it! Leave a comment if you like this kind of thing or if you have suggestions for local books you think I should feature.
This month's local book is Call/Response - Present, Past and Beyond. It is essentially the lovechild of three Winnipeg organizations; Be:Cause Industries, Absurd Machine Studios, and publisher Alchemical Press. After three months of calling for public submissions they have assembled a visual, and personal history of the underground music scene in Winnipeg from the last 30 years and the youth that have sustained it. Call/Response includes amateur photos, concert posters, and stories from 36 contributors in the first volume which is due out February 6th 2011.
Another great thing about this book is that a minimum of $10 from every sale will go to the Kids Help Phone. Unfortunately I've missed the cutoff for the reduced pre-sale price of $25 but once released Call/Response will sell for $40. Check out their website HERE for ordering info, or if you've got content you wish to submit they are still taking entries for Volume 2.
They are also holding a book release party at the West End Cultural Centre and info on that can be found HERE. So if you like local music, and/or books, and/or helping kids in need, get out there and get involved.
Oh hey this is excellent! I can see this being a big success, Winnipeg prides itself in its local music talent ( and blushes when called out on its local young car-stealing talent.)
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see this one! I think this is one of those books I can say "I can't wait to look at the pictures!" and not sound like a child.
let me borrow your copy
ReplyDeleteHaha, I will once I get it! I'm also looking into getting some copies for the library.
ReplyDeleteI really like this idea. It breaks up the hilarity with some recognition for local talent. Very cool.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea. I love reading about the history of Winnipeg and this book sounds awesome. More local book suggestions please!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the feedback guys! I've got a couple ideas for for next month's book so stay tuned.
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