8th House Publishing

30/10/2024

📽️ The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane - Book Trailer II 📽️

Check out the latest book trailer for The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane by Steve Schlam! 🌾 A riveting story of resilience and revelation, Haystacks Kane has already garnered critical attention, making the longlist for both the Disquiet Literary Prize and the 2024 International Bath Novel Award.

Step into the world of Haystacks Kane as he unearths buried truths, grapples with his past, and navigates a future he can’t predict. Watch the trailer and dive into the storytelling that has captivated readers and judges alike.

Add The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane to your reading list today and see why it’s one of this year’s great novels!

25/10/2024

🎶✨ New Book Trailer for Women in Jazz by Sammy Stein – Now Live! ✨🎶

Discover the compelling journeys of women shaping the jazz world with Sammy Stein’s Women in Jazz. This new book trailer captures the spirit, talent, and resilience of these remarkable artists.

A must-read (and must-see) for all jazz enthusiasts and those inspired by groundbreaking voices in music! 🎷🎺

25/10/2024

📺✨ Mark Foss Featured on Global News – Palma's Picks with Jennifer Palma ✨📺

Jennifer Palma from Global News recently interviewed Mark Foss about his novel Borrowed Memories, calling it “a story that pulls at the heartstrings, filled with caring, sacrifice, and love, while navigating the difficulties and beauty of aging parents.”

Don’t miss this heartfelt conversation on balancing family, memory, and resilience. Watch the full interview here:
https://globalnews.ca/video/10768755/palmas-picks-balancing-elder-care-with-life-demands

Watch Palma’s Picks: Balancing elder care with life demands Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

25/10/2024

🎙️✨ Listen to Mark Foss on HOWL with Hollay Ghadery! ✨🎙️

Mark Foss recently sat down with Hollay Ghadery on CIUT’s HOWL to discuss his latest book, Borrowed Memories. Dive into the insights behind this moving story and hear Foss’s reflections on memory, storytelling, and inspiration.

Catch the full interview here: https://howlciut.podbean.com/e/howl-tuesday-august-6-2024/

25/10/2024

🎙️✨ Listen to Mark Foss on HOWL with Hollay Ghadery! ✨🎙️

Mark Foss recently sat down with Hollay Ghadery on CIUT’s HOWL to discuss his latest book, Borrowed Memories. Dive into the insights behind this moving story and hear Foss’s reflections on memory, storytelling, and inspiration.

Catch the full interview here: https://howlciut.podbean.com/e/howl-tuesday-august-6-2024/

Hollay Ghadery interviews Mark Foss on his book “Borrowed Memories” (8th House Publishing) & Joanne Jackson on her book “Sunset Lake Resort” (Stonehouse Publishing)

21/10/2024

📚✨ "A Subtle and Stirring Story" — Montreal Book Club Reviews Borrowed Memories by Mark Foss ✨📚

Erin Staley of The Montreal Book Club recently praised Borrowed Memories, describing it as "a subtle and stirring story" that will leave readers reflecting long after the last page.

Get the full review here:
https://montrealsbookclub.wordpress.com/2024/07/31/borrowed-memories-by-mark-foss/

Don’t miss your chance to experience this profound narrative that’s captivating readers and critics alike. Get your copy today! 📖

👉 Buy Now
https://www.amazon.com/Borrowed-Memories-Mark-Foss/dp/1926716787/

12/10/2024

Borrowed Memories by Mark Foss - Book Teaser II

In a world where identities are in flux, and memories hold the power to shape destinies, "Borrowed Memories" by Mark Foss emerges as a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the search for self. This captivating novel promises readers a literary journey that transcends borders and time.

Finalist for the 2020 Guernica Prize for Fiction
228 pages | 5.5 x 8.5 | ISBN 978-1-926716-78-7 (pbk.)

"An Ontario couple in the depth of their winter years is juxtaposed against the rage and hope of the Arab Spring. Ivan Pyefinch, a freelance translator, becomes the custodian of family memory as he cares for his aging parents in the Thousand Islands. His father, a World War II pilot, fights for his driver’s license, while his mother wages a losing battle against Alzheimer’s. Their lives take an unexpected turn with the arrival of Mia Hakim, an immigrant filmmaker with dreams of her Sephardic roots and a scenario that binds their stories in ways they never anticipated."

11/10/2024

PERESTROIKA: An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth by João Cerqueira

398 pages | 5.5 x 8.5 | ISBN 978-1-926716-77-0(pbk.)

In the turbulent landscape of an alternate Europe lies the captivating tapestry of "Perestroika," a literary masterpiece that weaves together the threads of revenge, redemption, and catharsis against the backdrop of an imaginary country called Slavia. With a masterful narrative, this novel stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of political upheaval.

2024 Independent Press Award Winner in the category of World Literature ∗ 1st Place in Women's Historical Fiction, 2nd Place in Historical Fiction 2024 BookFest Awards ∗ Winner of Outstanding Creator Award for Political Fiction 2024 ∗ Winner of the 2023 HFC European Book of the Year ∗ Finalist in the Multicultural Fiction category for the 2024 American Legacy Book Award ∗ Finalist for the Book Excellence Award in Europe ∗ Finalist for the 2021 Eyland Awards ∗ Finalist for Fiction Factory Chapter Novel Competition 2022 ∗ Finalist in the 2023 Latino Book Awards

11/10/2024

"Joao Cerqueira Talks Perestroika and Writing Process in The Table Read Interview"

Joao Cerqueira dives deep into his writing process, inspiration behind Perestroika, and the challenges he faced in crafting this thought-provoking novel. Discover more in his latest interview with The Table Read!

Read the full interview here: https://www.thetablereadmagazine.co.uk/author-interview-joao-cerqueira-perestroika/

On The Table Read Magazine, "the best book magazine in the UK", author João Cerqueira shares the inspiration behind his new book, Perestroika, and his

11/10/2024

Joao Cerqueira’s Perestroika Wins 2024 Literary Global Award in Faction (fact as fiction) Category"

🏆 Congratulations to Joao Cerqueira! 🏆

His novel Perestroika: An Eye for an Eye, a Tooth for a Tooth has won the 2024 Literary Global Award in the Faction (fact as fiction) category! This accolade highlights the brilliance of combining fiction with real historical and political themes.

Learn more about the award here: https://literaryglobal.com
https://literaryglobal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/2024-IAA-Winners-and-Finalists.pdf

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11/10/2024

Read an Exclusive Excerpt from Steve Schlam's The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane in Wordswell Journal

Steve Schlam’s powerful debut novel, The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane, is now featured in Wordswell Journal! 📖 Dive into an unforgettable excerpt and explore the world of Haystacks Kane—a story that captivates with its raw emotion and depth.

Check out the full excerpt here:
https://www.wordswelljournal.org/steve-schlam-shirley-and-haystacks.html

Don’t miss out on this special sneak peek!

Steve Schlam

11/10/2024

"Sara Hailstone Reviews Borrowed Memories by Mark Foss: A Deep Dive into Family and Memory"

Sara Hailstone praises Borrowed Memories by Mark Foss, highlighting the delicate portrayal of family, memory, and emotional struggles. Foss’s personal insights on aging and memory loss lend a poignant depth to the characters, making this novel "eloquent and heart-wrenching." 🌟

Read the full review here:
https://www.sarahailstone.com/book-reviews/borrowed-memories

Book review of "Borrowed Memories" by Mark Foss.

11/10/2024

Joao Cerqueira’s Perestroika Named Finalist in Two Categories at Global Book Awards 2024"
🏆 Exciting News! 🏆

Joao Cerqueira’s novel Perestroika: An Eye for an Eye, a Tooth for a Tooth is a finalist in two categories at the Global Book Awards 2024: Historical Fiction (20th Century) and Politics & Social Sciences!

Explore the details and celebrate with us: Global Book Awards 2024
https://tinyurl.com/bd753466

The Global Book Awards aim to recognise talented authors that have not received the recognition they deserve, whether in traditional publishing or in self-publishing

11/10/2024

Check out James M. Fisher’s insightful review of Mark Foss’s novel, Borrowed Memories, in The Seaboard Review! 📝 Fisher highlights Foss's masterful intertwining of family dynamics and emotional struggles, especially through Ivan's journey with his ailing parents.

Read the full review here: https://www.theseaboardreview.ca/p/review-borrowed-memories-by-mark

Fiction review by James M. Fisher

11/10/2024

Author Steve Schlam, creator of The Harvesting of Haystacks Kane, was recently featured in the San Diego Tribune! 🗞️ In the interview, Steve dives deep into the inspiration behind his debut novel and explores the intense emotional journey of a wrestler's struggle with hope, loss, life, and death. 💥

Check out the full article here: San Diego Tribune Interview (Published: October 10, 2024):
https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2024/08/16/north-park-authors-debut-novel-explores-wrestlers-struggle-with-hope-loss-life-and-death/

🌟 Don't miss this incredible interview and discover the heart behind Haystacks Kane.