A young Indian boy named Pi Patel survives a shipwreck and finds himself adrift in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal tiger named Richard Parker. Over the course of 227 days, Pi uses his knowledge of animal behavior and survival skills to coexist with the tiger, ultimately leading to an unusual and deeply spiritual journey. The story explores themes of faith, survival, and the interpretation of reality.

Set in a dystopian future Toronto that has been abandoned by the government and cordoned off from the rest of Canada, the novel follows a young, spirited woman of Caribbean descent who must navigate the perilous, gang-ruled cityscape while harnessing her newfound, ancestral spiritual powers. As she grapples with her identity and the demands of the community that relies on her, she is drawn into a dangerous quest to save her dying grandmother and confronts a malevolent spirit. The story is a rich tapestry of Afro-Caribbean culture, folklore, and tradition, exploring themes of resilience, heritage, and the transformative power of love and family.

"Monkey Beach" is a captivating novel that explores the life of Lisamarie Hill, a young Haisla woman from Kitamaat, British Columbia, who is haunted by visions and the supernatural. The narrative weaves through her childhood and present-day struggles, as she deals with the mysterious disappearance of her beloved brother, Jimmy, at sea. Set against the backdrop of the lush Pacific Northwest, the story delves into themes of family, cultural heritage, and grief, while intertwining elements of Haisla folklore and the stark realities of indigenous life. As Lisa searches for answers about her brother's fate, she embarks on a transformative journey that forces her to confront her past and her identity.

"Left Foot, Right" is a speculative fiction story that delves into the life of a young girl with a unique condition—her feet lead her to lost things. The narrative explores themes of identity, belonging, and the supernatural as she navigates a world filled with both everyday challenges and magical realism. Her journey is one of self-discovery and acceptance, as she learns to harness her peculiar ability to find not just objects but also her place in a world that often feels as though it's spinning beyond her control. Through her experiences, the story examines the intersections of the mundane and the fantastic, and how the two can intertwine to shape one's destiny.