We're so excited to announce this year's summer reading program! We're trying something a little different - a coloring booklet featuring designs by local illustrators - Lily Williams, Stan Yan, and Dow Phumiruk - and we can't wait to see your colorful creations. Complete the challenge by August 7th for a $5 gift card and the chance to win even more prizes. All the details can be found HERE.

This month, we're also celebrating PRIDE! And kicking things off is a special storytime with Daniel Haack, the author of Prince & Knight. Check out book recommendations, stop by the store to peruse our rainbow shelf, or catch us at Denver PrideFest on June 26th & 27th at the JCC.

Please note: We are still requiring masks in store out of an abundance of caution and respect for all members of our community, many of whom are still too young to receive vaccines. So wear your mask, and join us for storytime - we're starting things up again in store with limited capacity. Details HERE.
Thu, Jun 3, 2021 4:00 PM MST
Pride Storytime with Daniel Haack
Thu, Jun 10, 2021 4:00 PM MST
Book Talk with Lisa Fipps
Sun, Jun 27, 2021 2:00 PM MST
Payal Doshi in Conversation with Rebecca Ansari
Tue, Aug 3, 2021 6:00 PM MST
Book Launch with Lauren Tarshis
RSVP is required for virtual events. Limited signed books are available with some tickets. We're adding new virtual events all the time. Be sure to check our website so you don't miss out!
"Check out the audiobooks in our catalog of 200,000+ titles that have drawn the most frequent recommendations from indie booksellers at our partner bookstores, including some from Second Star staff." CONTINUE READING
"June is LGBTQ Pride Month, which means rainbows everywhere and time for you to finally read all those great LGBTQ books on your TBR. It would be an understatement to say that you have a lot of great books to choose from..." CONTINUE READING
by NoNieqa Ramos

A book that reclaims Your Mama jokes for positive encouragement of mamas everywhere. With pages like, your mama so funny...your mama dress so fine...your mama so forgiving, this book will become a modern mother's day classic. Also of note, features a diverse family. by Lisa
by John Green
SIGNED - NEW RELEASE

Witty and moving essays about everything from air conditioning to canada geese, Green artfully distills much of the human condition and what it means to be alive. Each essay's subject ends with his rating out of five stars -- I give this book five stars. by Violet
by Brian Young

This was a beautiful middle-grade novel about a boy named Nathan who decides to visit his grandmother on the Navajo reservation where she lives to avoid spending time with his dad's new girlfriend, only to find that he is the only one who can save a Holy Being who has fallen ill. This story had so much wonderful and complicated familial love, and the protagonist's bravery and compassion touched my heart. It was lovely to see Nathan find his sense of self-worth as he went on his adventure. A great read for all ages! by Haley

I love this game for its ability to foster independence as well as the excitement that the game play creates. The unique design of the dice tower allows kids to NOT throw the dice all over the place, while giving them excitement to see what the dice land on once they roll out of the bottom of the tower. A great game for energetic kids that want to practice their quick card playing skills! by Alethea
Looking for a fresh new read? Pick-up a copy of this month’s book club picks for 10% off, then join us for lively discourse virtually! Note: Tick Tock Book Club, Not-So-Straight On Til Morning, and our Young Adult Board are currently on hiatus, but you can update your email subscription at any time to stay up to date.

Reading: Punching the Air by Ibi Zoboi and Yusef Salaam
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From award-winning, bestselling author Ibi Zoboi and prison reform activist Yusef Salaam of the Exonerated Five, comes a powerful YA novel in verse about a boy who is wrongfully incarcerated. Perfect for fans of Jason Reynolds, Walter Dean Myers, and Elizabeth Acevedo.
Mon, Jun 14, 2021 6:30 PM MST
Well-Read Black Girl Meet-Up
Thu, Jun 17, 2021 4:30 PM MST
Middle Reader Book Group
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