Looking for the antidote for the chaos that has overwhelmed any attempt to understand what is news and what is fiction? Wordfest is thrilled to welcome Alberta's misinformation expert Timothy Caulfield and his new book, The Certainty Illusion: What You Don’t Know and Why It Matters. Says Dr. Jen Gunter, “Caulfield masterfully unpacks how we often confuse data with knowledge, offering readers a clear, actionable guide to discerning fact from fiction in a world overflowing with conflicting information. Whether navigating health advice, social issues, or daily news, this essential read empowers you to think critically and avoid the traps of certainty.”

"A treasure." That's what Shelagh Rogers says about David A. Robertson and his new memoir, All The Little Monsters: How I Learned to Live with Anxiety. "My friend Dave is wide open, unflinchingly honest, and brave. So brave." The opening chapter recounts unforgettable backstage and onstage examples of collective kindnesses that took place during the 2019 Imaginairium festival. It's all part of Wordfest's David Robertson lore, our special bond that makes the Calgary launch event an unmissable opportunity.