The Association of Book Publishers of B.C. has released its weekly bestseller list, showcasing the top 15 local books for the week of March 28, 2026. This compilation highlights titles from independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in independent bookstores across the province, offering a snapshot of the region's vibrant literary scene.
Weekly Bestseller Highlights
The list features a diverse range of genres, from memoirs and activism to mysteries and children's literature, reflecting the rich storytelling talent in British Columbia. Each title represents the work of local authors and illustrators, supported by community-focused publishing houses.
Top 15 Bestselling Books in B.C.
- David Suzuki: Lessons From a Lifetime: Ninety Years of Inspiration and Activism — by David Suzuki and Ian Hanington (Greystone Books).
- Unceded: Understanding British Columbia’s Colonial Past and Why It Matters Now — by George M. Abbott, with a foreword by Steven Point (UBC Press).
- The Astronaut Children of Dunbar Street: A Memoir — by Wiley Wei-Chium Ho (Douglas and McIntyre).
- A Season for Spies: A Lane Winslow Prequel — by Iona Whishaw (Touchwood Editions).
- Guns Across the River: A Wakeland Novel — by Sam Wiebe (Harbour Publishing).
- The Inquisitive Raven — by Richard Wagamese, illustrated by Bridget George (Douglas and McIntyre).
- Tiny Hiker — by Natasha Zimmers, illustrated by Jaimie MacGibon (Orca Books).
- Buffalo Lessons: How Bison Returned to Banff National Park — by Karsten Heuer (Greystone Books).
- We all Love — by Julie Flett (Greystone Books).
- Seventy-two seasons: A Memoir about Noticing — by M.A.C. Farrant (Ronsdale Press).
- The Canada Handbook — by Adrian Raeside (Harbour Publishing).
- The Cost of a Hostage: A Lane Winslow Mystery — by Iona Whishaw (Touchwood Editions).
- Trading Fate: How a Little-known Company Stopped British Columbia from becoming an American State — by Graeme Menzies (Heritage House Publishing).
- Cheapskate in Lotusland: The Philosophy and Practice of Living Well on a Small Budget — by Steve Burgess (Douglas and McIntyre).
- Springtime in Kitkatla — by Kim Spencer, illustrated by Karlene Harvey (Orca Books).
Supporting Local Literature
This weekly bestseller list emphasizes the importance of supporting local authors and independent publishers in British Columbia. By highlighting books sold in independent bookstores, it encourages readers to engage with homegrown talent and contribute to the province's cultural economy.
The compilation serves as a valuable resource for book enthusiasts looking to discover new reads while fostering community connections through literature.
