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It was another fruitful year for New Brunswick writers. They released nationally best-selling novels, documented important local figures and events and shared meaningful experiences and practical expertise. Here’s our year-end resume of the local books discussed on CBC airwaves.

In his new book, called “Social Oblivion: Raised Black in Canada,” author Thandiwe McCarthy outlines his personal journey growing up Black in a mainly white New Brunswick town.

McCarthy, who grew up in the predominantly white New Brunswick town of Woodstock, is set to release his book, called Social Oblivion: Raised Black in Canada, on Wednesday.

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