Every good story
starts somewhere.
Chemainus Books is an independent books and publishing venture rooted on Vancouver Island. We bring together original writing, practical non-fiction and imaginative stories, with a commitment to helping books reach their readers.
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Books for the curious, the practical and the imaginative.
From stories for young readers to travel, science fiction and reflections on everyday life, the collection brings together varied forms of independent writing. Explore actual cover artwork, book information and links to Steven Scanlan's catalogue.
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Publishing is part of Chemainus Books, alongside our catalogue of fiction and non-fiction. Our interests cover the creative and practical stages of bringing a manuscript into the world, from writing and editing to book preparation and presentation. For enquiries about publishing, please contact us through the details provided on our Contact page when available.
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