We're thrilled to feature this recommended reading reading list by PP Wong, whose novel SLICE THE WATER is on the 2026 Canada Reads Longlist! Wong writes, "Novels have the power to pry open the narrow corridors of our minds and let in light from unfamiliar worlds. They transport us across continents and time zones, guiding us to places we might never walk, whispering the languages, customs, and dreams of lives unlike our own. Through them, we see the beauty in other cultures, the subtlety of human connection, and the complexity of political and moral landscapes we may have once ignored. The finest novels linger long after the final page, reshaping how we perceive our own lives, our societies, and the world at large. Set across two contrasting countries, my novel Slice the Water hopes not only to tell a story and nurture a lasting intimacy, but also to open doors to fresh ways of seeing, feeling, and questioning the world Below is a collection of books that have done precisely this for me. They are works that will challenge assumptions, expand empathy, and perhaps gently transform you in beautiful ways." Explore the entire list and entire to win a copy of SLICE THE WATER at the link in our profile. #CanLit #CanadianBooks #CanadianBookstagram #CanadianBookstagrammer #InstaBooks #Bookstagram #BookWorm #DiverseCanLit #AsianWriters