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Canada's oldest Speculative Fiction bookstore, founded in 1972. www.bakkaphoenixbooks.com. We are located in Toronto, Ontario.

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Bakka-Phoenix Books Science Fiction and Fantasy specialty bookstore since 1972

You can find out more details for our March events over at: bakkaphoenixbooks.com/events

Also, we promise that @phokion.bsky.social doesn't secretly live here. We definitely don't just wheel him out for events and food like a store pet.

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A light blue box reading "Nicholas Eames in conversation with Miles Cameron", with text below reading "Bakka Phoenix | 84 Harbord St | Toronto, ON." "Saturday March 7, 3:00pm". The graphic also features the covers of Miles Cameron's ARTIFACT SPACE and Nicholas Eames's KINGS OF THE WYLD

A light blue box reading "Nicholas Eames in conversation with Miles Cameron", with text below reading "Bakka Phoenix | 84 Harbord St | Toronto, ON." "Saturday March 7, 3:00pm". The graphic also features the covers of Miles Cameron's ARTIFACT SPACE and Nicholas Eames's KINGS OF THE WYLD

Graphic reading "SIGNING! JM Clarke + CJ Thompson | Bakka Phoenix | 84 Harbord St, Toronto, ON | Saturday, March 28 2:00 - 5:00pm", the graphic also features the book cover of Rune Seeker, and headshots of both authors

Graphic reading "SIGNING! JM Clarke + CJ Thompson | Bakka Phoenix | 84 Harbord St, Toronto, ON | Saturday, March 28 2:00 - 5:00pm", the graphic also features the book cover of Rune Seeker, and headshots of both authors

A green graphic featuring the cover art of Tao Wong's THE FIRST STEP. On it, headshots of authors Tao Wong and Christian Cameron. Text reads "Join Tao Wong & Christian Cameron on THE FIRST STEP book launch tour | Bakka Phoenix 6:00pm | March 19th Toronto, ON

Learn more at www.bakkaphoenixbooks.com.events"

A green graphic featuring the cover art of Tao Wong's THE FIRST STEP. On it, headshots of authors Tao Wong and Christian Cameron. Text reads "Join Tao Wong & Christian Cameron on THE FIRST STEP book launch tour | Bakka Phoenix 6:00pm | March 19th Toronto, ON Learn more at www.bakkaphoenixbooks.com.events"

Our March event line-up is here!

Mar 7th (this Saturday!) @nicholaseames.bsky.social and @phokion.bsky.social in conversation

Mar 19th: @taowong.bsky.social & @phokion.bsky.social for the launch of Tao's THE FIRST STEP

Mar 28th: @jmclarke.bsky.social & CJ Thompson for the launch of RUNE SEEKER!

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An image of thick books with an overlay of purple. At the top of the image is a white rectangle bar that reads: β€œNew Book Club” in purple text, and in the left corner, there is a bell graphic in orange. In the middle of the image reads: β€œJoin the Augur Society Book Shelf” in white text, and underneath it reads: β€œFor voracious readers of SFF.” At the bottom of the image is a purple bar, and inside of it a link: augursociety.org/augur-society-launches-a-new-book-club-the-augur-bookshelf

An image of thick books with an overlay of purple. At the top of the image is a white rectangle bar that reads: β€œNew Book Club” in purple text, and in the left corner, there is a bell graphic in orange. In the middle of the image reads: β€œJoin the Augur Society Book Shelf” in white text, and underneath it reads: β€œFor voracious readers of SFF.” At the bottom of the image is a purple bar, and inside of it a link: augursociety.org/augur-society-launches-a-new-book-club-the-augur-bookshelf

JOIN OUR NEW BOOK CLUB: The Augur Bookshelf! πŸ“šβœ¨

A sci-fi, fantasy, & specfic book club that meets on the 4th Monday of each month to explore the unknown & the fantastical! πŸ§šπŸ‰

Sign up on eventbrite, you'll get reminders for every session & 10% off reads thanks to @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social!

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We're sorry to hear the news.

27.02.2026 18:32 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

One more day to go! This is tomorrow!

Come by for excellent conversation, signed books, and SOUP!

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OF BLOOD & FIRE book launch last night in the Annex area of Toronto by @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social at Tranzac Club featuring @ryancahill.bsky.social with @evanwinter.bsky.social &
@phokion.bsky.social !
Deb & I @scottpalmerauthor.bsky.social & his wife, & Tao Wong were also on scene! Amazing evening!

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This is tonight!

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Tranzac Club, 292 Brunswick Ave, Toronto, ON M5S 2M7

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Book Launch: Ryan Cahill's Of Blood and Fire | Bakka-Phoenix Books Science Fiction and Fantasy specialty bookstore since 1972

9 spots have opened up for our launch tonight of Ryan Cahill's OF BLOOD AND FIRE!

RSVP at the link below and join us at 6pm when @ryancahill.bsky.social will be in conversation with @evanwinter.bsky.social and @phokion.bsky.social!

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Screenshot of a Libro.fm webpage showing β€œPurchase successful” with a green checkmark and an order summary for β€œThe Road to Tender Hearts,” purchased February 18, 2026, with options to listen, download, or play.

Screenshot of a Libro.fm webpage showing β€œPurchase successful” with a green checkmark and an order summary for β€œThe Road to Tender Hearts,” purchased February 18, 2026, with options to listen, download, or play.

I listen to a lot of audiobks & am happy to have switched from Audible to @libro.fm. Not only do my credits never expire, but I'm support indie bkstores like @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social! Today's purchase: THE ROAD TO TENDER HEARTS by @anniehartnett.bsky.social.

cc: @grimmlit.bsky.social

18.02.2026 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 22    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 1

Canadians, I know the print version of my book is (temporarily) sold out in a lot of our stores, but for those of you in the GTA, I did leave several signed copies at @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social. Support a great indie bookstore and get your copy of SHOESHINE BOY & CIGARETTE GIRL today! πŸš€

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America's Enshittification is Canada's Opportunity Listen now | Live from the Bakka-Phoenix bookstore in Toronto, author and activist Cory Doctorow discusses how breaking U.S.-imposed digital locks is vital for sovereignty

Canada has a golden opportunity to escape Enshittification and achieve true sovereignty by throwing off U.S.-imposed digital access controls, says Cory Doctorow.

🎧 Listen to the full interview, recorded live at @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social where he worked as a teen: www.donotpassgo.ca/p/americas-e...

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Tomorrow! 2pm! Join us!

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Thanks!

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Come in from the cold and join us this Tuesday!

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We're preemptively going to call it a snow day tomorrow, Sunday January 25th, and spend the day at home being cozy and warm with books.

We'll be closed for the day, but will re-open Monday January 26th.

Thanks and sorry for the inconvenience!

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Oh, agreed. I'm very much a hot weather person. I'd pick a heat wave over freezing temperatures/snow any day.

I hope you're able to stay cool, though!

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Agreed. It's supposed to be quite mild here comparatively, only 20-30cm. Figured we might as well not add to road traffic/be out when it's not necessary, though!

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a cartoon of a person reading a book with the website debbiechi.com written on the bottom Alt: a cartoon of a person reading a book with the website debbiechi.com written on the bottom

We're preemptively going to call it a snow day tomorrow, Sunday January 25th, and spend the day at home being cozy and warm with books.

We'll be closed for the day, but will re-open Monday January 26th.

Thanks and sorry for the inconvenience!

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photo of bookstore front at bakka-phoenix books.

photo of bookstore front at bakka-phoenix books.

Table set up inside the bookstore for the event.

Table set up inside the bookstore for the event.

Stack of How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days on the bookstore counter.

Stack of How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days on the bookstore counter.

At our local bookstore @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social for @oranjessie.bsky.social's book launch event! If you're local to Toronto, come join us 3-5pm today and grab a copy of How to Lose a Goblin in Ten Days.

24.01.2026 19:08 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Event flyer for Jessie Sylva's book launch for HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS. Event details read "Saturday, Jan 14. Event starts 3 p.m., Bakka Phoenix Books, 84 Harbord Street, Toronto."

Event flyer for Jessie Sylva's book launch for HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS. Event details read "Saturday, Jan 14. Event starts 3 p.m., Bakka Phoenix Books, 84 Harbord Street, Toronto."

One more day! Join us Saturday to celebrate the launch of Jessie Sylva's HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS! She'll be in conversation with J.M. Frey

Can't make it, or don't want to risk the cold? Order online and we'll get it signed and personalized for you bakkaphoenixbooks.com/events/42334...

23.01.2026 15:48 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Event flyer for Jessie Sylva's book launch for HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS. Event details read "Saturday, Jan 14. Event starts 3 p.m., Bakka Phoenix Books, 84 Harbord Street, Toronto."

Event flyer for Jessie Sylva's book launch for HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS. Event details read "Saturday, Jan 14. Event starts 3 p.m., Bakka Phoenix Books, 84 Harbord Street, Toronto."

One more day! Join us Saturday to celebrate the launch of Jessie Sylva's HOW TO LOSE A GOBLIN IN TEN DAYS! She'll be in conversation with J.M. Frey

Can't make it, or don't want to risk the cold? Order online and we'll get it signed and personalized for you bakkaphoenixbooks.com/events/42334...

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Tonight! Come join us at 5:30 to celebrate the launch of HOPESTREET by @bel-scifi.bsky.social!

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I'm in Toronto!
And more significantly, I am on a chalkboard!
Thanks @bakkaphoenix.bsky.social !

Any bookish, speculative fiction folks around #toronto tomorrow? Please stop by because I am nervous as hell.

#booksky #HopeStreet

20.01.2026 00:58 β€” πŸ‘ 28    πŸ” 9    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1

Oooh. This sounds (and looks!) so good. Looking forward to it!

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Sorry about that! Reposted with the proper link and I've now made myself a much needed cup of tea to prevent further mishaps.

15.01.2026 16:41 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We do indeed have signed copies in stock!

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Reposting. This time, with proper spelling in our website's link!

It's a cold snowy day!

Stay home, shop online, and get 10% off your order! Discount will apply automatically at check out.

www.bakkaphoenixbooks.com

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Bakka-Phoenix Books Science Fiction and Fantasy specialty bookstore since 1972

Ack! It is not. That's what I get for typing rather than copy and pasting. www.bakkaphoenixbooks.com This is the correct link.

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Reactor Senior Books Editor Christina picked up like 75 books for this list and these are the 30 THAT MADE IT please clap and buy them a croissant!!!

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