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March Story Time
Join us for a special story time March 9 @ 11:30 AM. Local author Judy Jamison will be at TLB with her new book, Brave Bird. Fun craft time will follow.
Paperbacks and hardbacks will be available for sale. This is a free event, but please register by email or phone so we know how many to expect.
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Author Event
Local author Nashae Jones will be at TLB on Thursday, April 11 @ 5:30 PM with her new book, Courtesy of Cupid. Light snack will be provided.
Books available for purchase prior to and at the event.
Please register by email or phone so we know how many to expect.
In this middle grade rom-com sprinkled with a dash of magic, a girl uses her newfound ability to make people fall in love to sabotage her rival.
-- Simon & Schuster marketing
"A demigod's scheme to use newfound powers for her own gain backfires in Jones's wholesome, cozy love story... Jones's enemies-to-lovers debut sparkles." --Publishers Weekly
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TLB Spring Book Club Info
It's the best book club in town -- come join us!! You will need to purchase the book from our store in order to confirm your sign-up. You can pay for the book in-store or by phone. 804-464-1244. You will receive an email from the store when the books are available for pick-up.
Questions? Call us or send an email to:
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March Book Pick:
Landscapes by Christine Lai
$26.00
Day group: Wed, 3/13 at 1:00 PM
Evening group: Tues, 3/19 at 6:30 PM
"In the wake of environmental destruction, Penelope is preparing to sell the house she and her partner have lived in for twenty years. While faced with a daunting past and looming future, she turns to art and beauty for home, hope and healing."
--Karla J. Strand, Ms. Magazine
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April Book Pick:
The End of Drum-Time by Hanna Pylvainen
$28.99
Day group: Wed, 4/10 at 1:00 PM
Evening group: Tues, 4/16 at 6:30 PM
"With engrossing details of reindeer herding, a beautifully rendered setting and powerful echoes of America's own dark history of settlers forcing their religion on Indigenous peoples, The End of Drum-Time will leave a lasting impression on all readers of historical fiction."
--BookPage (starred review)
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Mark Your Calendars!
Independent Bookstore Day is almost upon us! If you know TLB, you know it's one of our favorite days of the year. Please plan on stopping by Saturday, April 27, 11:00-5:00 to help us celebrate.
As always, we will have fun giveaways, raffles, and yummy treats to fuel your shopping!
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Available 3/5
Thriller
"As always, French's prose is spellbinding and lyrical . . . The beautiful imagery combined with the dialect of the earthly, witty characters creates an appealing atmosphere that engages the reader . . ." - The Austin American-Statesman
"Insightful characterizations, even of minor figures, and a devastating reveal help make this a standout. Crime fiction fans won't want to miss this one." --Publishers Weekly, starred review
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Available in paperback 3/5
Thriller
Both deeply moving and edge-of-your-seat suspenseful, The Berlin Letters is an eloquent reminder of the brutal totalitarianism of Soviet Communism and the unsung heroes who fought to tear down the Iron Curtain and free Eastern Europe. --Beatriz Williams, New York Times bestselling author of The Summer Wives
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Available 3/12
Historical fiction
When the Blitz imperils the heart of a London neighborhood, three young women must use their fighting spirit to save the community's beloved library in this novel based on true events from the author of The Chilbury Ladies' Choir. (publisher marketing)
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Available 3/19
Contemporary romance
"Daphne's sometimes heart-wrenching, often heartwarming search for meaningful relationships, both romantic and platonic, is sure to inspire." --Publishers Weekly (Starred Review)
"Serle provides an interesting conceit and a healthy dose of wit that readers will appreciate. An entertaining love story with moments of depth." --Kirkus
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Available 3/26
Rom-com
"You get everything with this book: the most tender of love stories, a complicated relationship between sisters, and an engrossing mystery you won't be able to put down." --Carley Fortune, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Every Summer After and Meet Me at the Lake on The Other Side of Disappearing
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Available 3/19
Thriller/crime
USA Today bestselling author Sulari Gentill takes readers on a rollercoaster ride in The Mystery Writer, a literary thriller that turns the world of books and authors upside down and where a writer's voice is a thing to be controlled and weaponized, to the peril of everyone who loves a good story. (publisher marketing)
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Available 3/5
Historical fiction
"Carr's taut debut recalls Maggie O'Farrell's The Marriage Portrait . . . Carr dexterously explores how the seductive allure of royalty is undimmed by Mary's grim circumstances, which are depicted with earthy physicality. . . this pulled-from-history novel resounds as a victory for female camaraderie and cleverness." -- Booklist
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Available 3/19
Historical fiction
" James is funny and horrifying, brilliant and riveting. In telling the story of Jim instead of Huckleberry Finn, Percival Everett delivers a powerful, necessary corrective to both literature and history. I found myself cheering both the writer and his hero. Who should read this book? Every single person in the country."
--Ann Patchett
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Available 3/5
Photography
"Engrossing... Kino paints a textured portrait of artists who came of age amid sea changes in magazine publishing and women's cultural roles, and helped transform the way Americans consumed information and encountered fashion...Fashion, photography, and pop culture aficionados will be captivated." --Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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Available 3/5
Cooking
"Eleanor Ford's passion shines through her beautiful and picturesque writing."
--Guild of Food Writers Awards
"Eleanor Ford is an inspiring teacher, and it's a joy to progress through her lessons in these pages." --Nigella Lawson
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Available 3/26
Biography/sports
"Brilliant. . . . A gripping portrait. . . . [ Charlie Hustle] leaves little doubt that the definitive account of the life and times of [Pete] Rose belongs to O'Brien. A masterpiece of a sports biography and a must-read for baseball fans."
--Kirkus Reviews, starred review
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Available 3/5
Gardening
"With an abundance of recommendations for fragrant plants, inspiration and expert tips for floral arrangements, and instructions for simple scented recipes, this book is a practical guide to a life infused with the scent of flowers. The alluring photos capture an emotional quality that, in the absence of scent on the page, evokes a similar sensory experience." --Kelly Smith Trimble, senior editorial director for HGTV and author of Vegetable Gardening Wisdom and The Creative Vegetable Gardener
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Available 3/12
Religion
"In this illuminating work of biblical analysis, Pulitzer Prize-winning novelist Robinson, whose Gilead series contains a variety of Christian themes, takes readers on a dedicated layperson's journey through the Book of Genesis. The author meanders delightfully through the text, ruminating on one tale after another while searching for themes and mining for universal truths . . . [A] luminous exegesis." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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Available 3/5
Poetry
Originally published in 1925, A Golden Treasury of Irish Verse is an impressive and beautifully crafted collection of the best of Irish poetry from ancient times to the early twentieth century. It features folklore and legend, often beautifully translated from Gaelic together with contributions from William Congreve, Thomas Moore, Moira O'Neill, Katharine Tynan, Padraic Colum and many more. (publisher marketing)
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Available 3/26
Language arts
"Anne Curzan's Says Who? is a thoughtful, charming tour of English as it is spoken, English as it is written, and English as it is fussed over and fought about. I was bowled over, page after page, by the author's fine ear for our language and her openhearted erudition. I learned a lot, and I couldn't have enjoyed myself more." --Benjamin Dreyer, New York Times bestselling author of Dreyer's English
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Available 3/5
Fantasy
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black comes the stunning blood-soaked conclusion to the Stolen Heir duology. An imprisoned prince. A vengeful queen. And a battle that will determine the future of Elfhame. (publisher marketing)
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Available in paperback 3/5
Fantasy
"Benton-Walker creates a fantastical thriller and deftly weaves in historical and current-day social issues, including racism, cultural appropriation, sex work, mental health, and homophobia. A complex and intriguing fantasy that is sure to be popular with teens."-- School Library Journal
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Available in paperback 3/26
Fantasy
"A page-turner, full of unexpected twists, with an expansive, intricate world of sisterhood and subterfuge... A standout work from a remarkable author." - Olivie Blake, author of The Atlas Six
"Richly layered and highly creative... A truly magnificent book." - June Hur, bestselling author of The Red Palace
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Available in paperback 3/26
Fantasy
* "A pulse-pounding series launch from Reintgen. Reintgen combines inventive worldbuilding, intricate plotting, and a strongly developed, racially diverse cast to craft a twisty tale of classism, redemption, and revenge."-- Publishers Weekly, starred review
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Available 3/5
Nonfiction
From award-winning author Candace Fleming, comes the powerful and fascinating story of the brave and dedicated young women who helped turn the tides of World War II for the Allies, with their hard work and determination at Bletchley Park.
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Available 3/26
Family
"[A] unique debut. Despite the recent appearance of a laptop ("the glossy show-off"), Olivetti has accumulated "an endless amount of memories" working with owner Beatrice. His patient existence is upended when he's abruptly sold to a pawn shop and Beatrice goes missing... Olivetti's snarky observations entertain, and the human protagonists' endearing support for each other's endeavors paints a worthwhile portrait of community."-- Publishers Weekly
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Available 3/5
Fiction/Native American
★ "In this tender, wholesome book about family, Johnson acknowledges the importance of kindness and patience, especially in matters of grief and settling into new places and situations." --Publishers Weekly, Starred Review
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Available 3/19
Graphic novel
Our canine superhero returns in DOG MAN: THE SCARLET SHEDDER, the suspenseful and hilarious twelfth graphic novel in the #1 worldwide bestselling series by award-winning author and illustrator Dav Pilkey!
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Available 3/5
Fiction/family
DiCamillo's gift for conveying an entire person and world in a few brushstrokes of storytelling provides depth and quiet magic to this account of an eventful summer. . . Tenderly resonant and memorable.
--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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Available 3/5
Stories in verse/history
Three women narrate a perilous wagon journey westward that could set them free--or cost them everything they have--in this intergenerational verse novel that explores the history of the Black homesteader movement.
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Available 3/5
Nonfiction/animals
Ages 4-7
"The impeccable combination of fun facts and eye-catching artwork will turn any reader into a fledgling fan of these incredible animals." -- Booklist
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Available 3/5
Concepts
Ages 2-5
Over the course of a day, big brother Albert manages his interactions with his little brother Baxter and the feelings that result, in this relatable romp through the alphabet. (publisher marketing)
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Available 5/19
Nonfiction/science
Ages 4-8
Highlighting the role of artists in the scientific process, this crowd-pleasing look at dinosaurs explores how new discoveries deepen our understanding of the world. (publisher marketing)
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Available 3/26
Nonfiction
Ages 5-8
Images inspired, per a creator's note, by the ever-changing forms of cloud and sky engage with the text's precision while adding warmth and vividness via scenes of people experiencing the world's wonders. It's a fitting jumping-off place from which to contemplate "the writing of the wind on the sky"--and continue noticing the natural world.
--Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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Available 3/12
Fiction/animals
Ages 3-7
The beloved hedgehog duo returns in a charming story about big ambitions and small victories. (publisher marketing)
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Available 3/26
Fiction/animals
Ages 4-8
"Captivating musings on what happens when we drift off for the night."-- Kirkus Reviews
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Available 3/19
Fiction/bedtime
Ages 4-8
Count the funny animal friends as they noisily roll, flop, and tumble out of bed, one by one, in this clever split-page picture book.
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