LibGuides: Canadian Literature: Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia literature

Nova Scotia has a rich literary history! Our notable authors, poets, and playwrights include Hugh MacLennan, George Elliott Clarke, Maxine Tynes, Rita Joe, Alistair MacLeod, Daniel MacIvor, El Jones, Thomas Raddall, and many more.

If you want to learn more about literature in Nova Scotia, check out the following resources.

Reading Nova Scotia: 150 Books of Influence
This list of 150 books that define the Nova Scotia experience was compiled in 2017 by the Nova Scotia Library Association, librarians in Nova Scotia, and the public. Books on the list are either written by someone from Nova Scotia or have a strong focus on the province.
One Book Nova Scotia
For 7 years, One Book Nova Scotia chose a book for a province-wide community reading event. Here is the list of books they chose.
Writers' Federation of Nova Scotia
Want to make some Nova Scotia literature yourself? Check out the resources provided on this site for writers.
Atlantic Publishers Marketing Association
This website lists 21 Nova Scotian publishers.