Yesterday, Toronto had its first snowfall of the season after a delightfully warm and dry November. But now that we have to bundle up in scarves, toques and mittens, we’re starting to look forward to the upcoming holiday break (my favourite part of having a break from school or work is that it means there's a lot more time to go tobogganing in the snow and drink hot chocolate). Unfortunately, though, the beginning of winter also means our special fall session of S.W.A.T. at Loretto College is coming to an end next week.
Are you looking for a gift for the writer or aspiring writer in your life? Do you deserve a reward for finishing your latest short story? Well don't go to the mall and get trampled by the crowds - read the 2010 NOW HEAR THIS! top 5 holiday dream gift guide. (Okay, so we're posting this a bit late for you to pick up some Hannukah gifts, but this awesome stuff is perfect at any time of the year! ) We've scoured the Internet to find you the best literary gifts we can (and the ones on our own wishlists) so make sure you check them out...
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One of the most personal questions you can ask a frequent reader is “what’s your favourite book?” Do you pick a book you’ve loved since you were five? What about that book you really enjoyed a month ago? Some people can answer the question right away with no hesitation. Other people could think about it for days and still not be able to narrow it down to one.