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5 books to read this winter

Curl up with one of these popular books by Ryerson alumni

FOR THE AUTOBIOGRAPHY ENTHUSIAST

DEPRESSION THE COMEDY
Jessica Holmes, RTA ’98

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Canadian comedienne and actress Jessica Holmes injects humour into her story of life with depression. Holmes pulls no punches as she describes her battle with the affliction she calls “the cold sore of the mind” and all that comes with it.

FOR THE KIDS

NO FIXED ADDRESS
Susin Nielsen, RTA ’85

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This tale of a pre-teen and his mom who end up living in their Westfalia van takes a comic turn. Follow Felix Knuttson down the road of friendship, resilience and luck.

FOR THE WORLD TRAVELLER

FALLING FOR LONDON: A CAUTIONARY TALE
Sean Mallen Journalism ’78

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Journalist Sean Mallen pens a humorous look at his time as a foreign correspondent in London. His first-person account also gives a bird’s-eye view of London newsmakers such as the Royal Wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

FOR THE DESIGN AFICIONADO

THE ART OF HOME
Brian Gluckstein Interior Design ’83

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For readers who enjoy luxurious, chic and fashionable abodes, join Gluckstein on a tour of homes he has designed. Filled with anecdotes and inspiring quotes, the book expresses Gluckstein’s love of elegance and luxury in everyday surroundings.

FOR THE TRAGICALLY ROMANTIC

THE ENDINGS: PHOTOGRAPHIC STORIES OF LOVE, LOSS, HEARTBREAK, AND BEGINNING AGAIN
Caitlin Cronenberg Fashion ’06

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The daughter of iconic film director David Cronenberg tells stories of heartbreak through photography of leading actors Julianne Moore, Keira Knightley and Gugu Mbatha-Raw.

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