The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is hiring an Editorial Coordinator. Download the job posting as a PDF. Job Description The Editorial Coordinator is responsible for curating and writing content for Read Alberta, a collaborative initiative promoting Alberta’s book and magazine publishing sectors. A joint project between the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA)
The BPAA offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2026 for Thanksgiving. We will reopen for regular office hours on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Alberta book publishers play an instrumental role in showcasing the voices, themes, and landscapes of our province. Alberta separatism would disrupt every aspect of the book publishing process and impede local publishers’ ability to successfully publish, promote, and share our province’s stories with readers around the world. View and download the below information as a
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. These awards celebrate the essential role Alberta book publishers play in championing local voices and telling Alberta’s Story. The awards gala was hosted at the Matrix Hotel in Edmonton, and delegates from across
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the shortlist for the 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. The following shortlist represents the finest of Alberta book publishing as determined by leading professionals in the book industry from across Canada and showcases the wide range of books published each year in
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is now accepting submissions for the 2026 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. Since 1994, the Alberta Book Publishing Awards have played a crucial role in celebrating and elevating Alberta’s vibrant publishing community. Adjudicated by industry experts, submissions are assessed on the entire book publishing process — from
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is thrilled to announce the release of the 2025 Read Alberta Publisher Catalogue, highlighting over 100 frontlist titles from 14 Alberta book publishers. “Every year, Alberta book publishers produce thoughtful, award-winning, and masterfully crafted books. This catalogue serves as a testament to their creativity, resilience, and
Media Release November 3, 2025 Alberta Book Publishers Celebrate Eighth Annual Alberta Book Day Edmonton – The members of the Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) wish to thank the Alberta Government and Minister Tanya Fir for declaring November 3, 2025, as the eighth annual Alberta Book Day. Recognized each November, Alberta Book Day is
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the winners of the 2025 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. These awards celebrate the essential role Alberta book publishers play in supporting authors and telling Alberta’s Story. The awards gala was hosted at the Grey Eagle Resort in Calgary, and delegates from across
Edmonton – The Book Publishers Association of Alberta (BPAA) is pleased to announce the shortlist for the 2025 Alberta Book Publishing Awards. The following shortlist represents the finest of Alberta book publishing as determined by leading professionals in the book industry from across Canada and showcases the wide range of books published each year in