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    1. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Jan 11

      I'm a big fan of one of the panelists and the dates include my birthday, I would really love to attend, what is the best way to ensure myself tickets (and is there 3 different debates? in which case, is it possible to get tickets for each day?)

      There will be a live audience for all three debates: February 7, 8 and 9. Taping of the shows will be at 10am on each of these three days. If you would like tickets, email canadareads@cbc.ca with your name, the day you would like to attend and how many tickets you need! You are welcome to attend all three shows, just let us know in your email.

    2. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Jan 11

      Will the debates be recorded and put on the Internet (such as YouTube) for those of us who don't live in Canada but are still interested?

      Yes, the debates will be live streamed as both audio and video and both audio and video will be available to listen/watch once the debates have been completed.

      The debates will take place on February 7, 8 and 9 on CBC Radio One and can be followed on our website: http://cbc.ca/canadareads.

    3. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 17 Dec 10

      On Friday there was a fellow on the radio talking about his book on word meaning and how people's language is changing as society creates new words or adapts meanings to existing words.... Can anyone tell me the name of this book. (Silly name I recall)

      The book is Where a Dobdob meets a Dikdik, a Word Lover's Guide to the Weirdest, Wackiest and Wonkiest Lexical Gems by Bill Casselman.

      If you ever hear about a book on CBC Radio and want more info, email cbcbooks@cbc.ca.

    4. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 17 Dec 10

      On Friday there was a fellow on the radio talking about his book on word meaning and how people's language is changing as society creates new words or adapts meanings to existing words.... Can anyone tell me the name of this book. (Silly name I recall)

      The book is Where a Dobdob meets a Dikdik, a Word Lover's Guide to the Weirdest, Wackiest and Wonkiest Lexical Gems by Bill Casselman.

      If you ever hear about a book on CBC Radio and want more info, email cbcbooks@cbc.ca.

    5. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 17 Dec 10

      when is the voting for the favourite???

      The debates will take place on February 7,8 and 9 om CBC Rado at 11am and again at 8pm. (2:30pm and 8:30pm in Newfoundland).

    6. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Dec 10

      When do the debates begin?

      The debates will be held on February 7, 8 and 9 at 11am on CBC Radio One and will air again at 8pm. In Newfoundland, the times will be at 2:30pm and 8:30pm.

    7. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Dec 10

      where can I find previous "10 for the top 10" interviews (love that BTW) ? and who chooses the final 5 (books and panelists)?

      All the Canada Reads blog archives can be found here: http://www.cbc.ca/books/canadareads/archives.html

      The final five books were chosen by five celebrity panelists. This year, the panel will be made up of Debbie Travis, Ali Velshi, Georges Laraque, Sara Quin and Lorne Cardinal!

    8. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Dec 10

      Will the books be available to buy through the CBC website and when?

      The books are now available to buy through the CBC website! If you buy all five you get a limited edition tote bag. Here's the link to buy the books: http://www.cbcshop.ca/CBC/shopping/boutique.aspx?CatalogName=CBCBase&CategoryName=boutique_canadareads_subroot&lang=en-CA

    9. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Dec 10

      I keep hearing on the radio that I can watch the taping of the Canada Reads debates. Please tell me where to go and how to sign up. Thanks.

      We're still working on the details. However, there will be a live audience for all three shows on February 7, 8, and 9. If you're interested in tickets, email the number you want and the dates you're interested in to canadareads@cbc.ca. We'll be sure to reserve you your tickets and contact you with details when they become available!

    10. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Dec 10

      I printed a copy of the Top 40 but missed the top 10. I can find the top 5 but not the other 5 books? Where can I look?

      You can find the Top 10 list here: http://www.cbc.ca/books/canadareads/2010/11/meet-your-canada-reads-top-10.html

    11. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 10 Nov 10

      Top 40 list of Canada Reads - where can I find it?

      The Top 40 list can be found here: http://www.cbc.ca/books/canadareads/2010/10/the-verdict-is-in-the-top-40-revealed-and-your-chance-to-choose-the-canada-reads-top-10.html

    12. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 8 Nov 10

      When are the final 10 revealed? And why can't I see any current results? P.S. Send my love to Jian!!!

      The final 10 will be revealed on November 9 (that's tomorrow!) on Q and will be posted on the Canada Reads website around 10:30am ET! The results until then are being kept secret, which is why you can't see the poll results.

      P.S. Jian says hi.

    13. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      How do I vote. I always end up with the prediction and I wish just to vote. Help, please!

      You can vote using the poll in this post: http://www.cbc.ca/books/canadareads/2010/10/the-verdict-is-in-the-top-40-revealed-and-your-chance-to-choose-the-canada-reads-top-10.html

    14. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      ... wondering why Alissa York's, "FAUNA' is not on the list? ... set in the vales and hidden haunts of Toronto, a most erudite and intimate tale, that functions on many levels at once. check it out ... James

      Fauna is a fantastic book and Alissa York is a fabulous writer. However, it didn't receive enough nominations to qualify for the Top 40. We're confident that Fauna will find its way into more readers' hands as fans of the book will give it the word of mouth boost it so richly deserves!

    15. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      I submitted a review for "The Fallen" by Stephen Finucan a few days ago, but it hasn't appeared yet. How long does it take to have a review posted? When do you expect my review to be posted?

      Thanks for pointing this out! Reader reviews are a new feature and are now working on our internal processes to get submissions up more quickly!

    16. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      Why isn't "the lizard cage", by Karen Connelly on this list!!?? What an amazing book!!

      It is an amazing book, and just missed qualifying for the Top 40 by a handful of nominations. Maybe it will receive Canada Reads recognition with a future panelist?

    17. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      Did Douglas Coupland not qualify for some reason? I love pretty much everything he has written - M

      Douglas Coupland is an amazing Canadian author, but none of his eligible books received enough nominations to qualify for the Top 40! We were surprised too!

    18. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 7 Nov 10

      Will there be a launch/reveal of the top five panelists and books at the CBC building on Front St. in Toronto for readers to be able to attend. It has been at noon in the past few years. I certainly hope so.

      We're currently working on plans for a possible live launch and, if all goes well, will share the details soon on the Canada Reads blog!

    19. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 5 Nov 10

      Hi there. Is there a problem with your form for predicting the Top 10? I see the spaces to fill in your information, but there's no submit or send button. Will this be fixed? Is there any other way to submit the answer, by email or something like that?

      There should be an "I Agree" buttonat the bottom, after you fill out the spam blocker. When you click on that, your entry will be submitted! If it's not showing up, then it could be an issue with the browser. If the form doesn't work for you can email your pick to canadareads@cbc.ca.

    20. Canada Reads
      CanadaReads 4 Nov 10

      Can a person enter more than one top ten list?

      The Top 10 prediction contest is limited to one entry per person. Good luck!

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Five great Canadian novels.

Five celebrity panelists.

One week of passionate debate about fiction, hosted by Jian Ghomeshi.

But, this time, you get a say.

Welcome to Canada Reads 2011.

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