Introducing Little Joe by Stephanie Kast At just seven years old, Joe Smast survives a catastrophic shipwreck with his three siblings. Stranded on an island with little food, no medical care, and no way to know if help will ever come, the children cling to one another—and to the hope that they will make it home. They survive. But when they are finally rescued, something far more devastating happens. They are separated. Fourteen years later, Joe has built a new life under a ne

Six years. One commitment. Every award on this table represents something far more important than recognition. It represents the trust that authors, writers, poets, businesses, organizations, and our Ottawa community have placed in Broken Keys Publishing. When we launched our printing imprint, Broken Keys Publishing & Press, in September 2021, our goal wasn't to collect awards, it was to provide exceptional printing services backed by honest advice, meticulous craftsmanship,

"If it's not broken, don't fix it," at the expense of, "but don't improve it either"...This is the path to obsolescence.

We at Broken Keys Publishing & Press are deeply honoured to accept the 2026 CommunityVotes Ottawa Award for 1st Place – Ottawa's Best Printer. This award is especially meaningful because it comes from the people we serve every day—our customers, our partners, and our community. To everyone who took the time to nominate us and vote for us, thank you. Your confidence and support inspire us to keep raising the bar. Printing is about much more than putting ink on paper. Every pro

A nominee in the CBC Book Club, Scott Godwin's You and Me is now available through Broken Keys Publishing! You can pick up your copy at various Indigos and independent bookstores across Ottawa or at Amazon!

We celebrate our authors' fantastic achievements! Lilly White entered Speaker Slam and what a achievement and journey is was and continues to be! This event was filled with honesty, courage, and unforgettable moments. The room was packed, the energy was incredible, and every speaker remained us of the power that comes from embracing who we truly are. From all of us at Broken Keys Publishing, congratulations Lilly White for taking 3rd place with a beautifully vulnerable and he

Broken Keys Publishing is proud to welcome John D. Maxwell to our ever growing list of stellar literary talents and upcoming titles! John D. Maxwell was born and raised in Mountain, Ontario, and served as a police officer in the nation’s capital for almost 32 years. His last posting was as the Inspector in charge of Major Cases (Homicide, Robbery, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence). He and his wife, Pamela, raised 3 children and live in rural Ottawa. John retired from the pol

"The land remembers who we are, even when we forget." Born into a family haunted by the legacy of residential schools, addiction, violence, and poverty, Jules Tapas grew up believing survival was simply a way of life. In the Cree communities along the James Bay coast, he witnessed the devastating impact of intergenerational trauma while enduring abuse, loss, and despair from an early age. Yet amid the darkness, another path was quietly calling him. On the rivers, in the fores

Broken Keys Publishing is proud to announce the addition of Ottawa author, Dave Tod! Dave Tod is retired and had a career in banking and fundraising in the nonprofit sector. An avid golfer, Dave has caddied in 18 PGA Tour golf tournaments, has two holes in one and has played the Old Course at St. Andrews three times. He was born in Brockville, ON, raised in Ottawa, attended Sir John A. Macdonald H.S. then Queen’s University in Kingston where he studied history. He lived in Ca

Broken Keys Publishing & Press is proud to announce the addition of Jules Tapas to our ever growing and incredible roster of literary talents! Jules Tapas is a Cree Medicine Man, counsellor, and survivor whose life has been shaped by both profound trauma and extraordinary resilience. Raised in Fort Albany on the western shores of James Bay, he grew up between the healing traditions of the land and the devastating legacy of Canada's residential school system. After overcoming

Broken Keys Publishing & Press is proud to announce the addition of Sharleen A. McCorrister's The Tao of Fey! Step into an enchanted world where moonlit meadows shimmer with magic, woodland sprites dance among ancient trees, and every flower, leaf, and star has a story to tell. The Tao of Fey is a beautifully illustrated collection of whimsical poems that celebrates the quiet wonders of nature, the changing seasons, and the timeless enchantment of the faerie realm. From playf

Broken Keys Publishing & Press is proud to announce the addition of Stephanie Kast to our ever growing and incredible roster of literary talents! Stephanie Kast is originally from a tiny town of Dorchester, Ontario but moved to North Bay, Ontario to continue and grow her work in the arts. As a theatre artist her love of storytelling and characters has been a part of her since she was old enough to sit up and spin tales. She has a short story collection titled Cheese, Crackers

I have been aware of this in an unofficial – and frustratingly unconfirmed – capacity since mid/late June 2026. However, it is now confirmed: Ingenium Books Publishing Inc. has abruptly ceased operations and laid off its entire team following what appears to be bankruptcy. According to an official notice from the company, they have ceased operations as of June 19th, 2026, with no further correspondence or discussion about the closure, operations, projects, or accounts. Their

Voting has commenced! You can vote here Your support is greatly appreciated as we take great pride and strides to bring our authors and clients the best printing quality at great prices! It has been nearly 5 years since we fully expand into printing with the imprint of Broken Keys Publishing & Press. Launched in September 2021 we have been recognized year after year for our work ethic, quality and services, and this is in no small part due to everyone involved with us. This i

June 28th - Keith Egli - Tenacious Little F*cker Indigo Kanata 11am - 1pm July 4th - Laura Bains - Masterpiece: My First Chapter Book Indigo Kanata 11am - 1pm July 5th - Jean-Pierre Allard - The Sport of Never Growing Up Indigo Kanata Noon - 3pm July 6th - Keith Egli - Tenacious Little F*cker Emerald Plaza Public Library 6:30pm - 8:00pm July 9th - Kristin Howe - Ottawa in the Know with host Julie Findlay 2pm July 11th - Jean-Pierre Allard- The Sport of Never Growing Up Indig

Join Kristin Howe on Julie Findlay's Ottawa in the Know TV show as they talk about Kristin's new novel, UNBOUND: Not All Chains Are Visible, on July 9th, 2 pm!

Join Laura Bains on July 4th's Indigo Kanata's Summer Reading Launch Party! 11am to 1 pm Pick up your signed copy of Masterpiece: My First Chapter Book!

As we enter Summer, Keith Egli continues his book tour! June 28th 11am - 2pm Indigo Kanata July 6th 6:30pm - 8:00pm Ottawa Public Library - Emerald Plaza Working with Ottawa Public Library (OPL) Keith will be hosting a Book Chat. This will be a unique opportunity to discuss his book, Tenacious Little F*cker, in detail. It is meant to be so much more than a book signing. He will be talking about the book and why he wrote it and also taking questions from attendees. Keep up to

Summer continues with move events and book signings coming your way!! Check out Jagjeet Sharma with her upcoming dates and locations across the city! July 12th - Indigo Pincrest July 29th - Indigo South Keys July 25th - The Book's Better Bookshop Keep up to date with breaking news, new releases and events, and keep your thumb on the pulse of Ottawa's literary scene. Subscribe and follow us on social media - Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Threads, & YouTube

Broken Keys Publishing & Press is proud to announce the addition of Scott Godwin to our ever growing and incredible roster of literary talents! Scott has been involved with the arts for nearly twenty years, but now focuses his attention exclusively on writing. He is the co-owner of an award winning coffee bar in eastern Ontario, where he lives with his husband and two dogs. Broken Keys Publishing is pleased to announce the addition of Scott Godwin and his book, You and Me, to