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Graphic Novel Author & Illustrator Hope Larson
In Conversation with Jarrett Rutland
Tuesday, May 15th 6-7 p.m. at The Hop
Thirteen-year-old Bina has a long summer ahead of her. She and her best friend, Austin, usually do everything together, but he's off to soccer camp for a month, and he's been acting kind of weird lately anyway. So it's up to Bina to see how much fun she can have on her own. At first it's a lot of guitar playing, boredom, and bad TV, but things look up when she finds an unlikely companion in Austin's older sister, who enjoys music just as much as Bina. But then Austin comes home from camp, and he's acting even weirder than when he left. How Bina and Austin rise above their growing pains and reestablish their friendship and respect for their differences makes for a touching and funny coming-of-age story.
Free event with book signing to follow. Book is geared to ages 10 and up; all ages welcome at event.
No purchase required, but you can
reserve a copy now
for $12.99 paperback or $21.99 hardcover. If you can't make it to the event but would like a signed copy, mention that in the comment section at checkout. We're happy to have it personalized and hold for pick-up or mail it to you.
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Author Robert Beatty
Meet the Author of the Serafina Series and Forthcoming Willa Series
Saturday, May 26th 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at The Hop
Join Asheville author Robert Beatty and his family for a Book Signing & Ice Cream Social at The Hop Ice Cream Cafe. Meet the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Serafina series and the new novel, Willa of the Wood, set for nationwide release on July 10. Enjoy The Hop's house made ice cream, including two flavors inspired by Robert's books, Serafina Dark Forest and Willa's Cookie Crumble.
Have your Serafina books signed and personalized (available for purchase at the event or online from Spellbound), and pre-order
Willa of the Wood
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Pre-orders through Spellbound can be signed and personalized, still available on the on-sale date, and will come with an exclusive piece of official Willa of the Wood memorabilia for free! If
pre-ordering online, indicate in comments how you would like the book personalized.
PLEASE NOTE: Overflow parking for this event will be available across the street at First Citizens Bank (625 Merrimon Avenue) and the American Red Cross (100 Edgewood Road).
Set in the Great Smoky Mountains in 1900, Willa of the Wood is the story of an orphaned 12-year-old forest girl who spends her nights scavenging from the woods and homes of the "day-folk" to support her clan. Through a series of terrifying encounters and an unexpected kindness, Willa begins to realize that the "day-folk," and her own people, are not what she's always been told, setting in motion her quest for a new home and sense of belonging.
Watch the video of author Robert Beatty reading the first chapter of Willa of the Wood here.
This is the first title in the new Willa series and the follow-up to his wildly popular Serafina books, a mystery-thriller series set at Biltmore estate and in the mountains of Western North Carolina.
A fourth Serafina book is due out in 2019.
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Sunday, June 10th 4:00-5:00 p.m. at The Hop
Every Day by David Levithan
ROYAL is Spellbound's monthly book discussion group for adult Readers of Young Adult Literature. Anyone 18 years old and up is welcome, no sign-up or purchase necessary.
A teen wakes up every morning in a different body, living a different life. There's never any warning about where it will be or who it will be. A has made peace with that, even established guidelines by which to live: Never get too attached. Avoid being noticed. Do not interfere.
It's all fine until the morning that A wakes up in the body of Justin and meets Justin's girlfriend, Rhiannon. From that moment, the rules by which A has been living no longer apply. Because finally A has found someone he wants to be with--day in, day out, day after day.
With his new novel, David Levithan has pushed himself to new creative heights. He has written a captivating story that will fascinate readers as they begin to comprehend the complexities of life and love in A's world, as A and Rhiannon seek to discover if you can truly love someone who is destined to change every day.
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Shopping at Spellbound
During our transition to our future home at 829 Haywood Road:
Downstairs from where you're used to shopping with us, you can shop at our Spellbound Pop-Up Shop Inside The Hop where you can browse and buy from a selection of books for all age groups, and where you can also buy gift cards and place/pick up special orders. Most weeks pop-up hours will be 11-7 Monday, Tuesday, Friday. Occasional additional hours will be posted on our website and our Facebook page.
 You can continue to shop with us online anytime and
pick up orders during our pop-up hours at The Hop, or
have them shipped to you (or a gift recipient) with free shipping for orders of $30 or more. Search for any title in print, for kids or adults, and buy from Spellbound online.
As a reminder, anything you buy from our website supports the store and the local economy exactly the same as if you plucked it off our shelves, so
please buy from our website r
ather than Amazon if you'd like to support the return of a full-size Spellbound!
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New & Notable Books
The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl
by Stacy MacAnulty
Lucy Callahan was struck by lightning. She doesn't remember it, but it changed her life forever. The zap gave her genius-level math skills, and ever since, Lucy has been home schooled. Now, at 12 years old, she's technically ready for college. She just has to pass 1 more test--middle school!
Lucy's grandma insists: Go to middle school for 1 year. Make 1 friend. Join 1 activity. And read 1 book (that's not a math textbook!). Lucy's not sure what a girl who does calculus homework for fun can possibly learn in 7th grade. She has everything she needs at home, where nobody can make fun of her rigid routines or her superpowered brain. The equation of Lucy's life has already been solved. Unless there's been a miscalculation?
A celebration of friendship, Stacy McAnulty's smart and thoughtful middle-grade debut reminds us all to get out of our comfort zones and embrace what makes us different. (A Staff Pick of Leslie's and a favorite of 2018 so far!)
$16.99 Ages 9-12
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I Walk with Vanessa by
Kerascoët
Told through pictures, this wordless story illustrates the impact of one small act of kindness (in this instance, befriending a new student who's been bullied). Very simple & very powerful.
Inspired by real events, it explores the feelings of helplessness and anger that arise in the wake of seeing a classmate treated badly, and shows how a single act of kindness can lead to an entire community joining in to help.
In the back of the book are tips for kids on what to do when they see someone being bullied and h
elpful words for adults to explain to kids when talking about this book. $17.99 Ages 2-5
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The Last: Endling #1
by
Katherine Applegate
I remembered with a sudden pang, my mother's words the last time we were together: It's never wrong to hope, Byx.
Of course, she'd also said: Unless the truth says otherwise.
Bestselling author and Newbery Medalist Applegate (The One and Only Ivan) launches a new trilogy based on the very real concept of an endling--an animal that is the last living member of its species. With its unique setting, fascinating animal and human characters, and fast-paced adventure, this series is the ideal for fans of the Wings of Fire, Warriors, and Spirit Animals series. $17.99 Ages 9-12
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The Trials of Apollo, Book Three: The Burning Maze
by Rick Riordan
The Greek god Apollo is cast down to earth as the ungifted human teenager Lester Papadopoulos.
In order to regain his place on Mount Olympus, Lester must restore five Oracles that have gone dark and, with his demigod friends, must go through the Labyrinth to find the third emperor--and an Oracle who speaks in word puzzles--somewhere in the American Southwest.
$19.99 Ages 8-12
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Be Prepared by Vera Brosgol
All Vera wants to do is fit in--but that's not easy for a Russian girl in the suburbs. Her friends live in fancy houses and their parents can afford to send them to the best summer camps. Vera's single mother can't afford that sort of luxury, but there's one summer camp in her price range--Russian summer camp.
Vera is sure she's found the one place she can fit in, but camp is far from what she imagined. And nothing could prepare her for all the "cool girl" drama, endless Russian history lessons, and outhouses straight out of nightmares.
$12.99 paperback, $22.99 hardcover Ages 10-13
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The ABC Best Books for Young Readers Catalog
 The ABC Best Books for Young Readers catalog is available on our website. Check out over 200 selections compiled from independent bookstores--including Spellbound.
Shop online from Spellbound through the links in the catalog. Browse categories like Girl Power, Great and Graphic, Award Winners, Young Adult, etc. and click on any title to get more information. You can then choose to buy online on our website or add it to a wishlist.
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Kids' Indie Next Can Be Your Spellbound Online Shopping List!
You can get this seasonal book list emailed to you with an easy click-and-buy option!
Booksellers from independent stores all across the country recommend their favorite new books for kids and teens. Sign up now.
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