For those who wish to purchase an advance copy of the latest Toronto murder/mystery, “The Reluctant Virgin,” without waiting for it to be delivered via
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The Noronic Disaster in 1949 – 122 people burn to death on Toronto’s waterfront – Historic Toronto
The following quote is from the book “Arse Over Teakettle,” a story about a young boy and his family in Toronto during the 1940s. The
An account of the War of 1812 that no school should allow its students to read – Historic Toronto
The following account of the War of 1812 is from the book, “The Villages Within,” nominated for the Toronto Heritage Awards. In a tongue-in-cheek manner,
Begin the new year with novels that feature Toronto – Historic Toronto
In the three novels listed below, the city of Toronto plays as prominent part as that of the colourful characters and the imaginative plots. Readers
Newly published murder mystery includes events of Hurricane Hazel, the storm that devastated Toronto – Historic Toronto
The murder/mystery “The Reluctant Virgin” is a tale of a fictional serial killer in Toronto during the 1950s. It is a chilling tale, as the
The era of driving cars in the downtown areas of large urban areas is drawing to a close – Historic Toronto
Much to the chagrin of many drivers, the days of private automobiles in the downtown areas of large cities is ending. Though it will take
A humorous account of Toronto’s past that is bound to offend historians – Historic Toronto
The passage below is from “The Villages Within,” nominated for the Toronto Heritage Awards. Simcoe sailed from Niagara-on-the-Lake and arrived at the Toronto Carrying Place
Need a break from health oriented, feel-good stories – read a chilling murder mystery set in 1950s Toronto – Historic Toronto
A recent article in the Life Section of the “The Globe and Mail” advised, “Take a break from crime thrillers: read one of the top
Toronto murder/mystery not for the faint-hearted – Historic Toronto
The recently published murder/mystery “The Reluctant Virgin” is a chilling story of serial killer who chooses victims from the streets and ravines of Toronto during
Favourite Christmas trees and decorations in Toronto this year – Historic Toronto
Most people retain fond memories of Christmas’ past. However, being born in Toronto, I have come to realize that I am lucky to remain in