Barb Minett

Barb Minett

business owner Canada

Barb Minett is the co-founder of The Bookshelf, a respected bookstore in Guelph, Ontario, which has been a cornerstone of the community since 1973. A passionate advocate for local literature, she has fostered a welcoming environment for readers and writers alike, and she has publicly voiced her admiration for Thomas King, highlighting his impact as a beloved figure and educator in the literary scene.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
34,708
Power
1,553$
Sentiment
8.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Canada 1 8.00 0.09% +0% 38,005,238 34,708 $1,700,000 1,553$
Totals 1 38,005,238 34,708 $1,700,000 1,553$
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Recent Mentions

Canada Canada: Barb Minett, who founded the shop with her husband Doug in 1973, said Mr. King has been a beloved customer and a 'gracious and self-deprecating' fixture at the store. 8

The Globe and Mail: Thomas King withdraws next novel from publication after revelation he is not part Cherokee