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The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing

Looking for your next great read? The Next Chapter’s got you covered! Book lovers join host Antonio Michael Downing to dive deep into great books. Big feelings, hot takes, enlightening conversations— you’ve never been in a book club like this before. It’s Canada’s book club, and everyone’s invited. So pull up a chair and join the conversation. New episodes every Saturday and Monday.

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00:27:38

Why this Ginny and Georgia star loves reading

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/12/22

Before Raymond Ablack became a fan-favorite, playing Joe on Netflix’s Ginny and Georgia, he was a kid who enjoyed acting, reading and Christmas. He joins The Next Chapter to share some of his childhood memories, and what it’s like to play Sam Wilner in the Audibles Originals story, Mistletoe Murders. Plus, Madelaine Drohan on her book about Benjamin Franklin, the surprises and similarities in the history of Canada-US relations and two companion reads.Books discussed on this week's show include:He

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00:23:52

Need a kid’s book for the holidays? Our panel has...

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2025/12/20

From a chicken channeling its inner dinosaur, to raising dragon eggs in P.E.I., to a teen fauxmance, The Next Chapter’s children’s book panel is back with a new holiday reading list. Writer and broadcaster Bee Quammie and CBC books producer Lucy Mann share six books to engage readers from pre-school to high school.Books discussed on this week's show include:Lena the Chicken (But Really A Dinosaur!) by Linda Bailey, illustrated by K-Fai SteeleThe One About the Blackbird by Melanie Florence,

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00:26:24

Are literary prizes a scam?

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/12/15

Kerry Clare is the first to admit that if her own book was selected for a prize her opinion would probably change. At least part of it. The writer and critic joins the show to shed light on a few of her favourite books that were left off the awards circuit this year. CBC Books producer Lucy Mann recommends one of the most popular, out of this world books of 2025. Plus, find out what musician Logan Richard reads to remind himself to be grateful.Books discussed on this week's show include:The Seaside

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00:25:26

How Tolstoy and Dostoevsky shaped Canadian rapper Shad

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2025/12/13

In his 20th year in the music business, the rapper Shad has shown no signs of slowing down. The Juno-winning musician has also had an illustrious career as a broadcaster, hosting hit shows like the documentary series Hip-Hop Evolution on Netflix. His latest album is called Start Anew, and he joins the show to go back and talk about how he first discovered the power of words and shares some of the books that have shaped his life.Books discussed on this week's show include:Black Noise by Tricia

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00:27:42

Flirting Lessons with Mirian Njoh

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2025/12/08

Columnist Mirian Njoh shares what made her fall in love with Flirting Lessons by bestselling author Jasmine Guillory. The buzzy sapphic romance follows two contrasting characters' growing connection in Napa Valley. Plus, Fiona Sauder and Victor Pokinko talk about adapting The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis for the stage at Bad Hats Theatre this holiday season.Books discussed on this week's show include:Flirting Lessons by Jasmine GuilloryThe Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis

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00:25:49

Who is the wimpy kid behind Jeff Kinney’s iconic series?

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/12/06

Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid series has become a cultural phenomenon. Pulling from his most embarrassing moments growing up paired with the fun house version of his own family, the journal inspired covers have become a cornerstone of young readers' bookshelves across the world. He talks about his early inspirations, and the 20th installment in the series titled Partypooper. Plus, Jake Charron from The East Pointers shares his fantasy book pick.Books discussed on this week's show include:Diary

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00:27:41

What books drew Brendan Fraser to storytelling?

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/12/01

Before he won the academy award for best actor, Brendan Fraser was a kid who loved reading captivating stories, the weirder the better. He joins The Next Chapter to share a first look at his new audio series The Downloaded 2: Ghosts in the Machine by Robert J. Sawyer, and talks about what childhood books ignited his creative spark. Plus, a CBC Books producer helps answer the question: what is a cozy read?Books discussed on this week's show include:The Downloaded 2: Ghosts in the Machine by Robert J

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00:25:55

Taking a tour of Newfoundland with Alan Doyle

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/29

You can take the man out of Newfoundland, but you can’t take the Newfoundland out of Alan Doyle…and why would you want to? Fresh off a run of the musical he co-wrote Tell Tale Harbour, the beloved musician, actor and writer joins The Next Chapter to discuss his new book The Smiling Land: All Around the Circle in My Newfoundland and Labrador and the stories that have helped shape who he is today.Books discussed on this week's show include:In a Sunburned Country (Down Under) by Bill BrysonThe Game by

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00:27:41

Is the Canadian Booker winner worth reading?

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/24

CBC Books’ Ryan B. Patrick gives his take on Flesh, this year's Booker Prize winner. David Szalay’s buzzy book follows the life of man from adolescence in Hungary to his wealthy middle age in London. Plus, writer Rabindranath Maharaj shares the most influential books in his life.Books discussed on this week's show include:Flesh by David SzalayA Quiet Disappearance by Rabindranath MaharajCoral IslandbyR. M. BallantyneWatchmenby Alan Moore, illustrated by Dave Gibbons, coloured by John HigginsOne

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00:26:49

What might surprise you about Margaret Atwood’s new...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/22

Margaret Atwood’s Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts offers a sharp and funny look at the multifaceted life that shaped one of the most influential Canadian literary voices of our time. Atwood's longtime friend and novelist Susan Swan, along with Margaret’s ‘heir apparent’ Mona Awad join the show to discuss the memoir with Antonio Michael Downing.Books discussed on this week's show include:Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts by Margaret Atwood

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00:27:01

Is food the closest thing to teleportation?

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2025/11/17

No matter where you are, a meal can make you feel at home. Suresh Doss, host of CBC’s culinary show Locals Welcome, shares the cookbooks he keeps in his kitchen, which have helped fuel his lifelong passion. Plus, writer and journalist Phillip Dwight Morgan talks about his mission to read a new poem to his baby daughter everyday.Books discussed on this week's show include:Handmade: Stories of Strength Shared Through Recipes from the Women of Sri Lanka by Nesa and Roberts LiezerSalt Fat Acid Heat” by

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00:26:45

Why Anne of Green Gables is a superstar in Japan

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/15

Last month, Green Gables newcomer Antonio Michael Downing attended the inaugural Cavendish Literary Festival in Prince Edward Island. Along the way he met expert Kate Scarth, the chair of the L.M. Montgomery Institute at the University of P.E.I. After bonding over the classic Canadian tale, they decided to continue their conversation about the legacy of LM Montgomery and Anne Shirley on this week's episode.Books discussed on this week's show include:Anne of Green Gables by LM Montgomery

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00:27:42

Who’s to blame when a self-driving car ends up in...

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2025/11/10

A self-driving mini-van collides with an oncoming car and a couple is killed. Behind the wheel is a seventeen-year-old with his family on board. That’s the opening premise of the novel Culpability by Bruce Holsinger, which was an Oprah bookclub pick last summer. Nathan Maharaj, Vass Bednar and Antonio Michael Downing convene to discuss who is responsible. Plus, author Wally Lamb answers the Proust Questionnaire.Books discussed on this week's show include:Culpability by Bruce HolsingerThe River Is

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00:26:39

Jillian Harris on life after The Bachelor and writing...

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2025/11/08

Canadian television personality and influencer Jillian Harris describes herself as the “quintessential busy bee”. Since first appearing on The Bachelor she's created her own brand focused on fashion, family and design. She talks about co-writing her children’s book Just Another Perfect Day with her husband Justin Pasutto. Plus, CBC Books' Trevor Carter talks Blue Jays and recommends The Franchise by Keegan Matheson.Books discussed on this week's show include:Just Another Perfect Day by Jillian

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00:26:43

The Canadian memoirs our panel could not put down

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/03

Antonio Michael Downing teaches our expert panel how to “maco," the Trini term for minding other people's business. Talia Kliot, Kudakwashe Rutendo and Nathan Maharaj convene to recommend their favourite Canadian memoirs. Plus, Winnipeg-based musician and emerging star Leith Ross talks about growing up as an avid reader and recommends a book that had a massive impact on their latest record.Books discussed on this week's show include:How to Share an Egg by Bonnie ReichertAll the Little Monsters by

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00:26:53

4 books that left a mark on Linden MacIntyre

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/11/01

For many years Linden Macintyre hosted the iconic investigative program The Fifth Estate. During his time there he wrote The Bishop’s Man, which went on to win the Giller prize. Through his books and journalism, he has captivated Canadian audiences for decades. His most recent book is An Accidental Villain: A Soldier’s Tale of War, Deceit and Exile. He joins the show to talk about the books that have shaped and influenced him into the storyteller he is today.Books discussed on this week's show

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00:27:40

BOO! Trick and treat yourself to two spooky novels

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/10/27

Both Horror and Hallowe’en are having a moment. To celebrate the arrival of “spooky season” our columnist JJ Lee shares a couple of horror adjacent novels that will let you in on the fun, without the sleepless nights. Plus, author Matthew R. Morris joins the show to recommend books that celebrate the lost art of conversation and language.Books discussed on this week's show include:Colin Gets Promoted and Dooms the World by Mark WaddellLeave Our Bones Where They Lay by Aviaq JohnstonWhat I Mean to

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00:26:46

What it’s like becoming an icon at 14 – Malala...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/10/25

Malala Yousafzai came of age in the public eye. The brutal attack she endured from the Taliban, her advocacy for girls' education and the Nobel Prize she received has kept her in the spotlight since she was a young girl. Her new memoir Finding My Way reveals the messy business of growing up, navigating university life in a new country and fitting in as an international icon. Plus, CBC Books Producer Ashly July gives us his staff pick.Books discussed on this week's show include:Finding My Way by

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00:27:45

Dealing with family drama? These novels prove it...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/10/20

Family gatherings have a way of bringing out the dysfunction in all of us. Our columnist and writer Alicia Cox Thomson recommends two wild family dramas to read this fall. Also, CBC Books producer Daphné Santos-Vieira talks about feeling the love at the Toronto Public Library event BookCrush and recommends a romance novel to an apprehensive Antonio Michael Downing.Books discussed on this week's show include:Favourite Daughter by Morgan DickMadwoman by Chelsea BiekerRevolve by Bal KhabraRed, White

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00:25:00

Terry Fallis proves you have to live before you can...

The Next Chapter with Antonio Michael Downing ·

2025/10/18

Before he was a fixture in the Canadian literary community, Terry Fallis worked as an engineer and in politics before writing his first book at the age of 45. He just launched his new novel, The Marionette and joins the show for an installment of My Life in Books to break down some of the most influential books in his life. Plus, Saskatoon-based musician Katie Tupper talks about her biggest inspirations, songwriting and recommends a book about maximizing creativity.Books discussed on this week's

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