CBC reveals the 2013 Canada Reads List!
Submitted by Grace on November 29, 2012 - 12:08pm
This year, CBC's influential Canada Reads contest gets a regional twist, with one novel from each of five areas across the country competing for the prestigious prize.
CBC broadcaster and host of Canada Reads Jian Ghomeshi gave twitter followers a thrill this morning, announcing the hotly anticipated contenders, as well as the panelists who will defend the titles during a series of debates in February 2013. A radio announcement followed shortly on Q, Jian's popular morning show.
Defended by Olympian Carol Huynh
Defended by sportscaster Ron MacLean
Defended by writer and academic Charlotte Gray
Defended by actor Jay Baruchel
Defended by comedian Trent McClellan
Stay tuned to Open Book in 2013 for news about Canada Reads and interviews with the participants!
For more information, you can also visit the CBC website.
