Broken Keys Publishing New Releases and Coming Soon!!
- Broken Keys Publishing
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New releases!!
Simon Potter's A Mouse Inside (illustrated by Jenalene Antony).
When Sofia the duck spots a family of mice with a very unusual member—a cat—she can't believe her eyes. How can a cat be part of a mouse family?
Determined to solve the mystery, Sofia befriends Regan and takes her on a journey around the lake, meeting all kinds of animals along the way. But as Regan begins to question who she really is, both friends discover something far more important than what they look like on the outside.
Warm, thoughtful, and beautifully illustrated, A Mouse Inside is a gentle story about identity, acceptance, family, and finding the courage to be yourself. Perfect for young readers, it encourages children to look beyond appearances and celebrate what makes each of us unique.
Coming soon to various Indigos and other local independent bookstores!
Look for upcoming book signings and events - and TV interview!!
Available on Amazon
Pat Moore's The Case of the Missing Lighthouse: A Crystal Beach Detectives Mystery (illustrations by Mary Moore).
The lighthouse is gone.
Not broken. Not damaged.
Gone.
When Everett and Gwen arrive at the Crystal Beach breakwater, all that's left of their favourite lighthouse is an empty concrete pad. Where could something that big possibly disappear to?
Determined to solve the mystery, the young detectives begin following every clue they can find. Strange scorch marks. Mysterious footprints. Secret messages written in Pig Latin. Purple lights in the night sky. And whispers about an old government project that may hold the key to everything.
But the deeper they investigate, the stranger the mystery becomes—and Everett and Gwen soon discover they're chasing something far beyond anything they ever imagined.
Can two curious kids solve the Case of the Missing Lighthouse before the truth disappears forever?
Packed with mystery, adventure, laughs, and surprising twists, The Case of the Missing Lighthouse is the first exciting adventure in the Crystal Beach Detectives Mystery series.
Coming soon to various Indigos and other local independent bookstores!
Look for upcoming book signings and events - and TV interview!!
Available on Amazon
Coming Soon!!
John D. Maxwell's Shadows Over Brock Falls: A Police Thriller
In the quiet town of Brock Falls, everyone knows everyone—and everyone has something to hide.
Rodney "Skunk" Watson has spent his entire life trying to outrun the shadow of Jake Hutchings, the town bully whose cruelty has shaped him since childhood. But some enemies never let go, and old wounds have a way of reopening when least expected.
Meanwhile, behind the polished image of the Brock Falls Police Department, a far more dangerous game is unfolding. Drug raids, confidential informants, corrupt officers, and carefully buried secrets weave together into a web of deception that reaches from the streets to the highest levels of law enforcement. In Brock Falls, the line between cop and criminal is becoming dangerously blurred.
As lives collide and loyalties are tested, one question becomes impossible to ignore:
When the people sworn to uphold justice become part of the conspiracy, who is left to uncover the truth?
Filled with memorable characters, razor-sharp dialogue, and twists that refuse to let go, Shadows Over Brock Falls is a gripping crime thriller where justice is never as simple as it seems—and survival may depend on knowing which side of the law you're really on.
Released in mid-August 2026, within 4 days of its release, it become a #1 Best Seller in the categories of Native Canadian Literature!
Coming soon in
hardcover edition!
"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 forests, and across the vast muskeg of northern Ontario, Jules learned from the land. Guided by Elders, Cree teachings, and the wisdom of his ancestors, he discovered a source of strength that no hardship could extinguish. Those lessons would become the foundation of a remarkable journey—from a wounded child searching for hope to a respected Cree medicine man dedicated to healing others.
With extraordinary honesty and compassion, The Long Paddle Home tells a story of resilience, forgiveness, cultural renewal, and spiritual awakening. It is a deeply personal account of overcoming trauma without surrendering to it, of reclaiming identity after generations of loss, and of finding one's way back to the Creator through the enduring wisdom of the land.
Powerful, inspiring, and unforgettable, this autobiography is both a testament to the strength of the Cree people and a universal story of hope, healing, and the courage to come home.
Catherine C. Bastedo's Bird Vibes ABC (with paintings by Heather Bale).
From the first chirp of the American Robin to the final sleepy “Zzzzzzz” of nestlings at rest, Catherine Bastedo's enchanting alphabet journey introduces young readers to the beauty and wonder of the bird world. Through whimsical rhymes and vivid imagery, each page brings a different feathered friend to life—loons yodeling across quiet lakes, hummingbirds darting through gardens, and owls gliding silently through the sky.
Filled with warmth, rhythm, and curiosity, this charming collection featuring Heather Bale's wonderful artwork, celebrates nature, music, and the magic of birds in every season. Perfect for bedtime reading or shared story time, this delightful treasury will inspire children to look around them, listen closely, and discover fascinating birds.
A wonderful book, with scientifically accurate descriptions and illustrations, this book is a great introduction to the fascinating world of birds. Learn about the diversity of birds and their behaviour with fun rhymes and delightful images. Share this book with the young readers in your life and enjoy it yourself at the same time!
— Maria Zamfir, PhD - Neuroscientist, Mom, and Author of the Brain Colouring and Learning Book Series
Bird Vibes ABC is the kind of book that makes you want to read it aloud, again and again. Catherine Bastedo has created something truly special as each page sings with playful, rhyming charm, the kind of sweet, sing-song rhythm that little ones (and the grown-ups reading to them) instantly fall in love with. As an educator for four decades and a grandmother myself, I know how rare it is to find a book that is both beautifully crafted and genuinely delightful to share. This one belongs on every child's bookshelf and in every story time. I couldn't recommend this joyful book more.
— Karen Tardrew, Ed.D., Educator for 40 years, Education Professor (National Louis University, Chicago, IL), and proud Grandmother
Bird Vibes ABC would be a great addition to nature centers, zoos, schools, etc The rhymes are beautifully written. The illustrations fit perfectly. Everything is very cohesive and feels calming. Families and/or children would enjoy reading this while in nature.
— Donna Mangone, Early childhood/Family Educator, Minneapolis
An engaging ABC book that will spark children's curiosity about the birds around them and their habitats. It's also an effective primer for children to notice birds when out in nature.
— Kayleen Jones
Librarian, University of Minnesota Duluth”
This is a delightful book to be read by or with young children. These simple, cheerful verses and vibrant illustrations would add colour and insight to family bird watching sessions, and inspire children to want to learn more about each of these quirky and beautiful creatures. I would happily read this with my Grade 2 class.
— Sara Van Walleghem, Elementary Teacher and Forest School Practitioner, Kenora, ON
Dave Tod's The Havana Assignment
There are moments in history when the fate of the world turns on the decisions of a single person.
A young Spanish priest loses the woman he loves in the flames of Guernica. An aging American baseball pitcher loses everything on the biggest stage in sport. Their stories should have ended in 1937.
Instead, they begin again.
Summoned to Havana by a mysterious guide, Father Antonio and Pete Sainana are entrusted with an extraordinary assignment that will carry them across continents, through decades, and into the lives of some of the twentieth century's most influential figures. Their mission is not to command history—but to quietly influence those standing at history's crossroads, where one act of courage or one surrender to evil can alter generations to come.
As dictators rise, revolutions ignite, and the struggle for justice unfolds, an ancient enemy works relentlessly behind the scenes, determined to bend humanity toward darkness. To succeed, Antonio and Pete must confront not only the evil they encounter, but the failures, doubts, and regrets they carry within themselves.
Rich in historical detail and inspired by real events, The Havana Assignment is an epic novel of faith, redemption, and the unseen battle between good and evil. Spanning from the Spanish Civil War to revolutionary Cuba and beyond, it is a story that asks a timeless question:
What if history has always had guardians... and every life matters more than we could ever imagine?
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