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Store Events in September

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 Wednesday, September 9, 10:00 a.m. The Morning Book Club

(discussing: All the Finest Girls by Alexandra Styron)

Wednesday, September 23, 7:00 p.m.  Parkside Writers Group

Saturday, September 26, noon to 3:00 Book Signing with Rose Ann Martin

September Sales

50% off all used books in the Children's Room

50% off all used Hard Back Books

(No credit will be used on sale purchases.)

Come In and Stock Up

In The Spotlight

By Beth King

The Uncommon Reader

By

Alan Bennett

This book was the August Reading Group selection.  Without that little push, I may never have picked up this gem.  If you choose a book by the number of pages and enjoy the big thick ones, you might miss this one on the book shelf.  Alan Bennett, British dramatist, first came to attention in this country with the success of Beyond the Fringe, in the 1960s.  His work includes the Talking Heads television series and his most recent play, The History Boys, won six Tony Awards, including Best Play, in 2006.  His humor is showcased in this novella about the Queen of England and what happens when she discovers books in a bookmobile parked outside the palace kitchen. 

Obviously, the Queen knows about books but reading for pleasure is a whole new occupation for her.  Once she discovers the joy of reading, her time is filled with books of all kinds.  Her reading leads her through fiction, philosophy, poetry, from the classics through current writers she’s met but never paid a lot attention.  Reading changes her priorities and her interactions with staff and subjects.  As her world view changes, she begins to question the establishment and that leads to unexpected consequences within the palace walls and throughout the country. 

September Book Signing Event

Rose Ann Martin, local author, will be in the store Saturday, September 26 to sign copies of her latest trilogy.  She will be here from Noon to 2:00 p.m.  Please stop by and say hello.

Brief Reminder

We are featuring the beautiful note cards of local artist, Phillip King.  These are blank cards that you can use for any occasion by adding your own message.  They are great for  just saying “Hello, I’m thinking of you today.”  (Only available at Parkside Books)

Just for Fun

 We have expanded our selection of the popular “Write it Down” journals.    Come see what's new!