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Trent Alumni Reads

Discover the books penned by Trent alumni — a showcase of voices, visions, and stories from across the years and genres.

All Books

  • A book cover with a side profile of two peoples faces
    Don Tapscott '66, Joseph M. Bradley

    You to the Power of Two (opens in new window)

    How will AI reshape work, healthcare, education, and human connection? This thought-provoking book explores the rise of personal AI agents and how they could unlock human potential while safeguarding autonomy.
  • A blue book cover with silver sparkles on it
    Derek Newman-Stille '98

    Yuletide Monsters & Magic (opens in new window)

    Blending eerie folklore with the enchantment of Yule, this collection of holiday-themed stories explores winter's wonders, shadows, and mysteries, capturing the magic that can emerge from even the darkest nights.

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Featured Books

  • A book cover of a white haired man wearing a tilley hat, with a map and Canadian flag in the background
    Nancy Beal '81

    The Endurable Alex Tilley (opens in new window)

    Behind one of Canada’s most iconic hats is an unlikely story. The Endurable Alex Tilley traces the rise of the Tilley Hat, built to float and endure. From setbacks emerged a world-famous brand with a legendary lifetime guarantee.
  • A book cover of someone in a canoe, with a sunset behind them. The text 'River Magic' is in large white font
    Mark Angelo '19

    River Magic: Tales From a Life of 1000 Rivers (opens in new window)

    Some lives are measured by miles. Mark Angelo’s by rivers. From wild places to remote cultures, his adventures reveal beauty, danger and connection. As rivers disappear, River Magic inspires wonder and conservation worldwide now.
  • A book cover with a ceremony covered in snow and the words 'A Place of Secrets' on top
    Shane Peacock '75

    A Place of Secrets (opens in new window)

    When 100-year-old Evelyn Massey dies in bed the case seems odd until poison is found in her system and human remains surface in her basement after 60 years. Sergeant Alice Morrow uncovers secrets as answers lead to more questions.