Written by Sean A. Tinsley and Rachel A. Qitsualik|Illustrated by Andrew Trabbold

Ajjiit
Dark Dreams of the Ancient Arctic

Award-winning science fiction writer Sean A. Tinsley and respected Inuit author Rachel A. Qitsualik lend gothic interpretation to Inuit shamanism in this original collection of dark fantasy for modern audiences.

Drawing on familiar tropes of the fantasy and science-fiction genres, Ajjiit gives fans of mainstream fantasy fiction and the short stories of writer such as Tanith Lee and Charles de Lint a whole new mythological world to discover.

Written by Ruben Komangapik, Estelle Marcoux Komangapik, and Dorothee Komangapik| Photography by Estelle Marcoux Komangapik

Isuma
The Art and Imagination of Ruben Komangapik

Ruben Anton Komangapik is one of the Arctic's most gifted sculptors. His work has been exhibited across Canada with pieces on permanent loan to the Museum of Nature and Culture in Montreal.

In Isuma, Ruben's vibrant, provocative sculpture, and his artistic process, are brought to life by photographer Estelle Marcoux Komangapik's arresting images.

Part autobiography, part art object, this book will introduce Canadians to one of the Arctic's most talented young artists.

Neil Christopher & Louise Flaherty| Illustrated by Mike Austin

Kappianaqtut
Strange Creatures and Fantastic Beings from Inuit Myths and Legends, Volume One, Second Edition

Each volume in the Kappianaqtut series provides readers with an in-depth academic examination of two mythological creatures from Inuit mythology. The series examines Inuit myths from an ethnographic perspective and fosters discussion on the variations and multiple representations of the myths and creatures in question.
This volume, which explores the giants of the North and the mother of the sea mammals, has been fully revised and updated.

Kappianaqtut represents the first book-length study of Inuit mythological beings written from a Northern perspective.

Written by Sean A. Tinsley and Rachel A. Qitsualik|Illustrated by Andrew Trabbold

Ajjiit
Dark Dreams of the Ancient Arctic

Award-winning science fiction writer Sean A. Tinsley and respected Inuit author Rachel A. Qitsualik lend gothic interpretation to Inuit shamanism in this original collection of dark fantasy for modern audiences.

Drawing on familiar tropes of the fantasy and science-fiction genres, Ajjiit gives fans of mainstream fantasy fiction and the short stories of writer such as Tanith Lee and Charles de Lint a whole new mythological world to discover.

Edited by Leo Tulugarjuk

Ilagiinniq
Interviews on Inuit Family Values

Through interviews with current elders from three regions of Nunavut, Ilagiinniq: Interviews on Inuit Family Values provides a wealth of information on traditional family life. Covering relationships between siblings, elders and grandchildren, uncles and aunts, husbands and wives, and in-laws, this book is an indespenisble resource of information on how Inuit families traditionally lived, and how traditional ways can be implemented in the modern world.

Written by Elisha Kilabuk | Illustrated by Joy Ang

The Qalupalik

All Inuit know about the qalupaliit, strange creatures that live under the sea ice and carry away unsuspecting children on their backs.

But when one bright young orphan strays too close to the ice, he soon learns that while qalupaliit may be very scary, they are also easily tricked.

The Qalupalik is the first installment in The Unikkaakuluit Series, a new, beautifully illustrated children's series based on the work of celebrated contemporary Inuit storytellers.

In addition to the English edition and the South Baffin Inuktitut edition, The Qalupalik will be available in four Inuktitut dialect e-book editions:

North Baffin
Anikiluaq
Kivalliq
Inuinnaqtun

Simon Awa, Seeglook Akeeagok, Anna Ziegler, Stephanie McDonald, Leah Otak and Romi Caron

Uumajut, Volume Two
Learn About Arctic Wildlife!

Picking up where Uumajut: Learn About Arctic Wildlife! left off, Uumajut, Volume Two will introduce the youngest readers to the diets and habitats of more arctic species including the Siksik, Ermine, Wolf, Muskox, Eider Duck, Ringed Seal, Harp Seal, and Walrus. They will also learn about traditional Inuit uses for these animals, from traditional food preparation to clothing and household uses. Uumajut, Volume Two is brought to vivid life by award-winning illustrator Romi Caron's whimsical illustrations.

Simon Awa, Anna Ziegler, & Stephanie McDonald, Leah Otak and Romi Caron

Uumajut
Learn About Arctic Wildlife

Learn fun facts and traditional Inuit knowledge about Arctic animals. This beautifully illustrated book takes readers from tundra to sea ice, to teach children about a wide variety of animals, from caribou to belugas.

This rare look at the Canadian North showcases a fascinating ecosystem we often forget is a large part of our country.

Odile Nelson and Peggy Collins

Moe and Malaya Visit the Nurse

Follow Moe and Malaya as they make fascinating discoveries at the nurses’ office!

Moe wants to play with his best friend and cousin, Malaya, but before they can go exploring, Malaya has to visit the nurse for a checkup. What seems like an ordinary visit turns out to be a fun-filled learning experience, with Moe along for the ride. While joining Moe and Malaya on their visit to the nurse, children will learn how cool nursing can be, and how they can become a nurse, too!

Ibi Kaslik and Anthony Brennan

Tales from the Tundra
A Collection of Inuit Stories

A book of fables like no other!

Learn why the raven is black or how a little boy was transformed into a bird. Find out why a walrus used to have antlers and how an earth spirit pulled the first caribou from the ground. These fascinating stories will capture the imagination of young readers and introduce them to the rich mythology of the Canadian Inuit.

Anthony Brennan’s illustrations are like nothing you’ve seen in children’s books. Edgy, vivid and dynamic to the extreme, the images enrich the reading experience.

Neil Christopher and Eva Widermann

Arctic Giants

In ancient times, giants ruled the Arctic. For hundreds of years, Inuit stories of these creatures have been carried down from generation to generation, whispered in the night.

Arctic Giants is the only full-length volume to chronicle the legends of these giants of the North. Based on Inuit oral tradition and extensive, meticulous research, Arctic Giants unsparingly tells each horrifying legend. Written in the vein of the Brothers Grimm and illustrated in an evocative, gothic style, this book is bound to become part of Canada’s fairy tale canon.

Neil Christopher and Mike Austin

Alianaqtut
A Compendium of Arctic Giants, Dwarves, Trolls, and Other Strange Beings from Inuit Myths and Legends

Forget fairies and forget vampires! Let yourself be drawn into the dark world of the shape-shifters, ogresses, trolls, and demons of the Canadian Arctic. This collection of field notes meticulously documents the dark side of Inuit legend, complete with hideous monsters and unspeakable deeds. Each creature is brought to life by the stunning illustrations of Mike Austin, world-renowned tattoo artist. This gothic illustrated book is destined to become a collector’s item.

Katia Bailetti, ND

Childhood Vaccinations
Answers to Your Questions

Few issues can cause such widespread confusion—and even panic—as vaccination. Childhood Vaccinations provides parents with clear answers to their questions regarding childhood vaccines.

Bailetti puts fears to rest with up-to-date and reliable information about safety, side effects, and efficacy. This guide is an indispensible tool that will enable parents to make informed, empowered decisions about their child’s health.

Neil Christopher

Unikkaaqtuat
An Introduction to Inuit Myths and Legends

This exhaustive story collection makes the rich tradition of Inuit storytelling accessible to the rest of Canada for the first time. From creation myths to animal fables, Unikkaaqtuat gives non-Inuit readers a thorough introduction to the world of Inuit traditional stories. This definitive collection of legends and myths is thoughtfully introduced and carefully annotated to provide the historical and cultural context in which to understand this rich oral tradition.

Aalasi Joamie, Anna Ziegler & Rebecca Hainnu

Walking with Aalasi
An Introduction to Medicinal and Edible Arctic Plants

How can we know who we are,” Aalasi Joamie asks, “if we don’t know about where we live?” Having learned from her mother, Aalasi observed and harvested plants as a little girl in Pangnirtung in the 1940s and later as a mother in Niaqunnguuq (Apex) from the 1960s to today. In this introductory guide to traditional plant use, Aalasi shares her life memories and knowledge of eighteen plants commonly found around Pangnirtung, Niaqunnguuq, and across Nunavut. Fully illustrated with line drawings and colour photographs.

ISBN: 978-0-9782186-8-3

December 2008

$14.95 | 7 ¾” x 10 ½”

56 pages

16 full page illustrations