Anderson's Bookshop - NapervilleNew/Used: Not set Web site: http://www.andersonsbookshop.com/ Events: http://www.andersonsbookshop.com… (updated February 14) Description: A brief history of a long running family business.
In 1879 William Wallace Wickel bought a 3-year old Naperville pharmacy and named it Wickel's Drugstore. Wickel sold the business to his son-in-law Louis Oswald in 1915, who renamed it Oswald's Pharmacy. In 1952, Oswald sold the store to his son-in-law Harold Kester. In 1964, Kester opened a small paperback bookstore on the second floor, calling it Paperback Paradise. When he added hardcover books, he changed the name to Paradise Bookshop. About eight years later, Kester moved the book business to a ground-level storefront about a block west of the Pharmacy.
Kester sold the pharmacy and bookshop to his son-in-law, Robert Anderson, in 1977. The bookshop was then renamed Anderson’s Bookshop. In 1980 the Downers Grove bookstore was opened. In 1988 the Anderson's Bookshop in Naperville moved from 115 W. Jefferson to their current location at 123 W. Jefferson. The store later expanded and took over 119 W. Jefferson. Adding an additional 3,000 square feet to the store. In 1990 the Anderson's Bookshop in Elmhurst opened.
Robert Anderson sold the bookshops and the Pharmacy to his children Robert (Tres) Anderson, Bill Anderson, Becky Anderson Wilkins and Pete Anderson in 1996.
The family then opened their own business, a wholesale book company that supplies books to fundraising groups for school book-fairs they named it after the man who started it all, W.W. Wickel. Added by: lilithcat. Contacted: Not contacted. Venue ID: 10934 FavoritesMembers: pbadeer, mrjohnschu, ktoonen, ReadingByFlashlight, kerbs, cindysku, Betelgeuse, sheboom, bookworm12, Jet78, Iralell, unico76, picoultfan Comment wall |  Upcoming events
No events found. Go ahead and add an event. Past eventsAnne Lamott (March 11 at 7:00pm) Tickets, $18, include admission to the event, one copy of Grace (Eventually) and booksigning. Event location: Koten Chapel, 329 E. School Ave., North Central College, Naperville.
Jodi Picoult (March 11 at 7:00pm) $35 required ticket, which includes admission to the event, one copy of Change of Heart, entertainment and the booksigning. Tickets are available at either Anderson’s location. Event location: Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL
David Almond (March 17 at 7:00pm)
Julie Buxbaum (March 20 at 7:00pm)
Michelle Linn-Gust (March 25 at 7:00pm)
Mary Pope Osborne (March 29 at 2:00pm) $20 ticket includes admission for one and one copy of Magic TreeHouse #39: Dark Day in the Deep Sea. One additional parent ticket is available for $7.50 (no book). Event location: Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove, IL
Kris Radish (April 3 at 7:00pm)
John Flanagan (April 5 at 3:00pm)
Mary Doria Russell (April 8 at 7:00pm)
Bob Harper (April 10 at 7:00pm) Come meet the trainer and fitness expert Bob Harper of NBC’s The Biggest Loser. The master motivator visits with his book, Are You Ready? Mr. Harper has gained a reputation as one of Hollywood’s premier fitness trainers. Learn more about his commitment to helping people achieve a new outlook on ... (more)Andrew Gross (April 12 at 2:00pm) The author of the electrifying New York Times bestseller The Blue Zone visits with his new mystery, The Dark Tide. A bomb set off in New York’s Grand Central Station seems to be the end of Karen Friedman’s husband--until months later, when a lot of money is missing and Karen’s left to uncover ... (more)Jack Prelutsky (April 14 at 7:00pm) $25 ticket admits two, and includes one copy of My Dog May Be a Genius. Additional $3 tickets may be purchased for admission only (no book)- limit two. Event location: Naperville Central High School, 440 Aurora Ave, Naperville, IL
Jeanne Birdsall (April 15 at 7:00pm) Meet the author of the award-winning Penderwicks series. The New York Times bestselling author Jeanne Birdsall will visit with her new title, The Penderwicks on Gardam Street. It’s high jinks, big laughs, and loads of family warmth as the Penderwicks triumphantly return. Young readers love the Penderwicks! ... (more)Elizabeth Berg (April 17 at 7:00pm) Help us welcome back Elizabeth Berg, who comes to celebrate her new book, The Day I Ate Whatever I Wanted and Other Small Acts of Liberation. Every now and then, right in the middle of an ordinary day, a woman rebels, kicks up her heels and commits a small act of liberation. Please join us and hear ... (more)Billy Pierce and Lew Freedman (April 19 at 1:00pm) Billy Pierce signs Then Ozzie Said to Harold: The Best Chicago White Sox Stories Ever Told .; Lew Freedman signs Then Ozzie Said to Harold: The Best Chicago White Sox Stories Ever Told . NOTE: Priority signing number available with purchase of their book.
Angie Sage (April 21 at 7:00pm) Please help us welcome the return of Angie Sage, the British author of wonderful fantasies for children. Her latest book is Septimus Heap, Book 4: Queste, a tale with heart-stopping action and a dash of humor, in which Ms. Sage continues the fantastical journey of Septimus Heap. (priority signing number ... (more)Erin Hunter (April 22 at 7:00pm) Please join us as we welcome back Erin Hunter, author of Warriors: Power of Three #3: Outcast, the dazzling new installment of the nationally best-selling series in which three young cats hold the key to the future of the Clans. (priority signing number available with purchase of her book.)
Mary Roach (April 24 at 12:00pm) $55 ticket includes lunch, a copy of Bonk, and the author program and signing. Tickets are available at Anderson's. Join us for a "hot" lunch with Mary Roach to celebrate Bonk, an impeccably-researched and uproariously-funny tribute to the sex researchers who expanded what we know of sexual ... (more)Event location: Tessa's, 16 West Jefferson Avenue, Naperville, IL, 60540 (630) 357-9200
Laura Bush (April 28 at 7:00pm) Event location: Naperville North High School
Margaret Peterson Haddix (May 7 at 7:00pm) Author Margaret Peterson Haddix comes to celebrate her new book, The Missing Book 1: Found, the first title in a brand new series for middle graders. The page-turner of an adventure should appeal to fans of her Shadow Children series. Please join us to meet her. (priority signing number available with ... (more)Gail Carson Levine (May 8 at 7:00pm) Meet celebrated children’s author, Gail Carson Levine, who invites young readers to fall in love with her new book, Ever, a story of falling in love in a world of flawed gods, unbreakable vows, and ancient omens. We are delighted to welcome back Ms. Levine, also the author of Fairy Haven and the Quest ... (more)Tim Green (May 8 at 7:00pm) Help us give a big welcome to NFL great, Tim Green, author of Football Hero. The bestselling author and former defensive end with the Atlanta Falcons will have young readers on the edge of their seats rooting for Ty’s big chance—and enjoying an up-close look at what it’s like to be inside the NFL.(priority ... (more)Event location: Kennedy Junior High, 2929 Green Trails Drive, Lisle, IL 60532 (630) 420-3220
Mary Tillman (May 10 at 2:00pm) Welcome Mary Tillman, who comes to present her book, Boots on the Ground By Dusk, Ms. Tillman’s chronicle of her family’s effort to learn the circumstances of her son’s newsworthy death in Afghanistan at the hands of friendly fire. Her son, Pat Tillman, a safety on the Arizona Cardinals, was killed ... (more)E. Lockhart, Sarah Mlynowski, and Lauren Myracle (May 12 at 7:00pm) Meet E. Lockhart, Sarah Mlynowski and Lauren Myracle, who visit Anderson’s to present their new book, How to Be Bad. The trio’s story of a charming, hilarious, emotional road trip is a great teen read. (priority signing number available with purchase of their book.)
Elizabeth George (May 13 at 7:00pm) Help us welcome award-winning suspense author Elizabeth George, who visits with her new psychological thriller, Careless in Red. In her stunning new novel, Scotland Yard’s Thomas Lynley returns to investigate what may be a perfect crime. (priority signing number available with purchase of her book.)
Cory Doctorow (May 14 at 7:00pm) Author Cory Doctorow presents his thought-provoking book for teens, Little Brother. It’s a plot full of twists, turns, paranoia, and questions of freedom and free speech. If Big Brother is watching you, who’s watching back? Meet the author at Anderson’s. (priority signing number available with ... (more)Chris Bohjalian (May 15 at 7:00pm) Chris Bohjalian stops by to celebrate his eleventh novel, Skeletons at the Feast, a story set in the waning days of World War II. The New York Times bestselling author of The Double Bind, Midwives and Before You Know Kindness joins us with his new tale of the terror, tragedy and romance of war. (priority ... (more)Gil Adamson (May 20 at 7:00pm)
Robert Olmstead (June 5 at 7:00pm) Meet Robert Olmstead, the author of national bestseller Coal Black Horse, now in paperback. This gritty, moving story put readers on Civil War battlefields as a 14-year-old searches for his father amid the gore and violence of war.
Gary Moore (June 10 at 7:00pm) Meet Gary Moore, an author whose new book, Playing with the Enemy, is based on his own father’s true experiences. Moore’s book tells the riveting story of his father’s brush with baseball destiny, and how, during World War II, the Southern Illinois farm boy taught our German enemies America’s ... (more)Sandra Gulland (June 12 at 7:00pm) Meet Sandra Gulland, author of the internationally acclaimed Josephine B. Trilogy about Josephine Bonaparte. Ms. Gulland now returns with her long-awaited next book, Mistress of the Sun, an irresistibly engaging novel thathistorical fiction fans will love.
Billy Williams and Fred Mitchell (June 14 at 2:00pm) Billy Williams signs Billy Williams: My Sweet Swinging Lifetime with the Cubs.; Fred Mitchell signs Billy Williams: My Sweet Swinging Lifetime with the Cubs. Meet beloved Cubs great Billy Williams and sportswriter Fred Mitchell, who visit with their new book, Billy Williams: My Sweet Swinging Lifetime with the Cubs.
Nikki Moustaki (June 21 at 2:00pm) The Dogfessions project has drawn about 200+ handmade postcards bearing confessions and revelations “by” dogs and their best human friends submitted to www.dogfessions.com. These sweet and funny messages about the human-dog bond have now been compiled by dog trainer and expert Nikki Moustaki in a ... (more)Jack Fuller (June 26 at 7:00pm) Join the author of critically-acclaimed books and celebrated journalist, Jack Fuller, for an American story about rediscovering the past and how it makes people who they are today. His book, Abbeville, tells the tale of one man’s pilgrimage to come to terms with himself while learning to embrace the ... (more)Colt Futz (June 29 at 1:00pm) Colt Futz promotes Building the Green Machine. Colt Futz has written the story of a world famous Drum & Bugle Corps, the Cavaliers. His book, Building the Green Machine, showcases an American musical odyssey, and a remarkable rags-to-riches story. March in to meet the author at Anderson’s.
Laura Moriarty (July 8 at 7:00pm) Anderson’s welcomes the author of book-group favorite The Center of Everything, who visits with her follow-up book, The Rest of Her Life (now in paperback). It’s a book that ponders important questions about actions taken, and how life is altered forever. Center to the story is a tense, mother-daughter ... (more)Steve Kluger (July 10 at 7:00pm) Come celebrate Steve Kluger’s new book, My Most Excellent Year: A Novel of Love, Mary Poppins & Fenway Park. How many novels have such a great cast of characters? Written in letters, instant messages, school assignments and e-mails, this romantic comedy is pure fun.
Robert Crais (July 15 at 7:00pm) New York Times bestselling author of The Two-Minute Rule and Watchman returns with his most popular character, Elvis Cole. With his new book, Chasing Darkness, readers find that while Elvis was a hero when he cleared an innocent man of a murder charge, a big question has arisen. Three years later, who ... (more)Interested: beauvallet Added by bookjones. Lang Lang (July 19 at 7:00pm) (Purchase either book and you may buy an event ticket for $5 more. One additional event ticket is $10 (including a $5 off coupon on the new book) with no book. Tickets Available at Anderson’s NOW!) A special summer treat for music lovers! Renowned classical pianist Lang Lang - "The hottest artist ... (more)Event location: Knox Presbyterian Church, 1105 Catalpa Lane, Naperville, IL 60540
Breaking Dawn Release Party (August 1 at 8:00pm) Celebrate the release of Stephenie Meyer’s new book, Breaking Dawn, book 4 and the conclusion of her bestselling Twilight saga with a party worth staying up for! Refreshments, fun photo opportunities, music & dance, trivia games, prediction wall, raffles, design your own prom dress contest & more. ... (more)Naomi Novik (August 19 at 7:00pm) Meet His Majesty’s Dragon author Naomi Novik, as she visits with her new title, Victory of Eagles. The acclaimed Temeraire series, a historical fantasy series set in the Napoleonic era, follows the fighting dragon Temeraire and his captain, Will Laurence. Meet the imaginative author behind the world ... (more)Children's Author Event: JOHN BEMELMANS MARCIANO (August 24 at 7:00pm) If his middle name seems familiar, it’s because John Bemelmans Marciano’s grandfather, Ludwig Bemelmans, is the creator of the beloved Madeline books. The legacy carries on with Mr. Marciano, who brings to us his latest title, Madeline and the Cats of Rome.
Children's Author Event: ROB SCOTTON (September 8 at 7:00pm) We’re delighted to welcome back Rob Scotton, who visits from the UK with his new children’s book, Splat the Cat. It’s Splat’s first day of Cat School and he’s worried. Will he make new friends? Is he prepared for mice catching? Enjoy the feline fun and join us.
HAVEN KIMMEL (September 9 at 7:00pm) Haven Kimmel has been praised by millions since her #1 New York Times bestseller, A Girl Named Zippy. Her books are among our bookclub favorites. Now Ms. Kimmel visits with her new book, Iodine, a vivid window into one woman’s tortured psyche. Please come welcome the author back to Anderson’s.
POLLY HORVATH (September 15 at 7:00pm) Meet author Polly Horvath, the winner of a National Book Award, a Newbery Honor and other literary prizes as she presents her new book, My One Hundred Adventures. At their core, adventures have a way of teaching you about yourself, as 12-year-old Jane learns.
Live Webcast with PHILIP ROTH (September 16 at 7:00pm) Join us for a special opportunity. We host a live webcast interview with acclaimed author Philip Roth. Mr. Roth will field questions and discuss his new book, Indignation. It’s the author’s 29th book, a story of inexperience, foolishness, intellectual resistance, sexual discovery, courage, and ... (more)LELSEY KAGEN (September 17 at 7:00pm) We loved Lesley Kagen’s debut, Whistling in the Dark, and are now anxious to meet the author and celebrate her new book, Land of a Hundred Wonders. This one centers on a girl whose accident leaves her “Not Quite Right.” But she is actually “quite right” as a character you’ll adore.
YA Author Event: OSCAR HIJUELOS (September 18 at 7:00pm) Oscar Hijuelos is a first-generation Cuban American and the
first Latino to win the Pulitzer Prize for fiction honoring his The Mambo Kings Play Songs of Love. New is Dark Dude, a story for younger readers of identity and the struggle to accept your true self.
YA Event: Brisingr (Inheritance, Book 3) Midnight Release Party (September 19 at 11:00pm) Spend the final hour before the midnight release of Brisingr with us. Add to our prediction wall and try our trivia game, all in anticipation of the latest Christopher Paolini book. Pre-purchase Brisingr at Anderson’s and receive a voucher to be exchanged for the book itself beginning at midnight.
CHRISTINE BLEVINS (September 23 at 7:00pm) Welcome Christine Blevins, who visits with her historical fiction debut, Midwife of the Blue Ridge. Venturing to 18th Century America as an indentured servant, a young woman named Maggie hopes to escape old country superstitions — and find a home of her own. But with new dangers in the New World, ... (more)PEG TYRE (September 25 at 7:00pm) Is our educational system failing our sons? Evidence may point to just that imbalance, and is explored in The Trouble with Boys. Meet the author, Pulitzer-prize-winning journalist Peg Tyre, who focuses on social trends and education in her acclaimed work. Expect a fascinating discussion.
5th Annual Young Adult Literature Conference (September 27 at 08:00am) Holly Black.; Suzanne Collins.; Caroline B. Cooney.; Ellen Klages.; John Stokes.; G.P. Taylor.; Nancy Werlin.; Andy Behrens.; Cylin Busby.; Ingrid Law.; Pam Todd.; Cameron Tuttle.; Paula Yoo. (NOTE: TICKETS REQUIRED / $95 / $75 for full-time students) Join our 5th annual gathering of authors and educators interested in the best and newest in young adult literature. Meet authors Holly Black, Suzanne Collins, Caroline Cooney, Ellen Klages, John Stokes, G. P. Taylor and Nancy Werlin. Attend ... (more)Event location: Holiday Inn Select, 1801 North Naper Boulevard, Naperville, IL 60563 ( Call toll-free 800-728-0708 for reservations)
SHARON CREECH (September 29 at 7:00pm) A companion to Love That Dog is Sharon Creech’s new novel, Hate That Cat. When a fat black cat gets a bad reputation for a mean, spiteful murr-mee-urrr and other nasty catness, the feline fun begins.
YA Author Event: CHRISTOPHER PAOLINI (October 1 at 5:00pm) (NOTE: TICKETED EVENT / Call now or stop in to get you tickets. Naperville (630) 355-2665) A special event to celebrate the release of Christopher Paolini's latest in the Inheritance Cycle, Brisingr. Tickets available NOW! Purchase a copy of Brisingr and a $5.00 signing ticket for the event. The ... (more)Event location: Tivoli Theater, 5021 Highland Avenue, Downers Grove, IL 60515
Louis Sachar (October 20 at 7:00pm)
John Green (October 24 at 7:00pm)
Annual Hospitality Sale (November 30 at 10:00pm) Our annual hospitality sale offers a special invitation. Stop in to get sale prices on Sunday, November 30. Your Anderson’s Advantage membership will be worth 20% off* everything in both stores all day during our store hours, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (During our Sunday Hospitality Days, non-members ... (more)CATHIE LINZ (January 10 at 2:00pm) Anderson’s is happy to welcome back Romantic Times Storyteller of the Year Cathie Linz, one of our favorites, with her new book, Smart Girls Think Twice. Too bad Emma has made it perfectly clear that she’s way too smart to let Jake, the sexy newcomer in town, stand in her way. Too bad Jake has made ... (more)Steve Vander Ark (January 28 at 7:00pm) This month The Lexicon: An Unofficial Guide to Harry Potter Fiction releases and Anderson’s proudly presents the book’s editor, Steve Vander Ark. This reference is perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the remarkable Harry Potter series. Mr. Vander Ark’s Lexicon website draws 25 million ... (more)Children's Event: Food Pantry Drive with JIM GILL (February 1 at 12:30pm) Spend part of your Souper Bowl Sunday with us! Award-winning singer/ songwriter Jim Gill visits to sing from his lively new children’s songbook/ CD, A Soup Opera. Come slurp up some fun and help local food pantries by bringing in a can of soup to donate to Loaves & Fishes (Naperville) or FISH (Downers ... (more)SUSAN ELIZABETH PHILLIPS (February 7 at 2:00pm) Anderson’s is happy to welcome back Susan Elizabeth Phillips with her two new books: What I Did for Love, in hardcover, and her new paperback, Glitter Baby. Romantic and funny, Ms. Phillips’ books are known for sparkling plots, colorful characters and delicious obstacle-strewn paths to true love.
AMY DICKINSON (February 9 at 7:00pm) Every day, 22 million people read Amy Dickinson’s syndicated advice column, Ask Amy (locally appearing in the Chicago Tribune). And each month, millions more listen to NPR’s hilarious show, Wait Wait, Don’t Tell Me. Now Ms. Dickinson offers another outlet for her amazing talent: her revealing memoir, ... (more)Meg Cabot (February 19 at 7:00pm) Meg Cabot reads from Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls. Author Meg Cabot has written more than 50 books for both children and adults, many New York Times bestsellers, including the wildly popular The Princess Diaries books. Her new series, Allie Finkle’s Rules for Girls traces 9-year-old Allie trying to make sense out of fourth grade. Great fun. And that’s ... (more)Event location: TBD Downer's Grove
JACQUELINE WINSPEAR (March 3 at 7:00pm) Anderson’s is pleased to bring back Jacqueline Winspear, who returns with Among the Mad, another vivid, thrilling, and utterly unique episode in the life of her popular super sleuth, Maisie Dobbs. This time, in the sixth entry in the bestselling series, Maisie must catch a madman before he commits ... (more)ADRIANA TRIGIANI (March 4 at 7:00pm) We’re thrilled to welcome back New York Times bestselling author, Adriana Trigiani. While all of her books have been tremendously popular, fans have special affection for the Big Stone Gap series. Now Ms. Trigiani introduces her new series with Very Valentine. Meet the Roncalli and Angelini families, ... (more)MARY PAT KELLY (March 12 at 7:00pm) With her new novel, Galway Bay, Mary Pat Kelly tells the story of her own great-great-grandmother, who escaped from Ireland during the Great Starvation of the 1840’s and made her way to frontier Chicago. Come meet the author, who’s awed by and grateful to her “foremother” and talented enough ... (more)JODI PICOULT (March 16 at 7:00pm) (Join us by purchasing your copy of Handle with Care, which includes admission to the event. With each purchase, one companion ticket is available for $5. Tickets are available at either Anderson’s location.) Meet acclaimed #1 New York Times bestselling author Jodi Picoult, one of our favorites, who ... (more)Event location: Pfeiffer Hall at North Central College, 310 East Benton Avenue, Naperville, IL 60540
Young Reader Event: ROSEMARY WELLS (March 17 at 7:00pm) Meet the children’s author Rosemary Wells, who stops at Anderson’s with her new book, Lincoln and His Boys. Our revered 16th President was not only an exceptional statesman, but a loving dad. In this intimate look at his family life, middle readers will learn how Mr. Lincoln was both presidential, ... (more)ANNE EASTER SMITH (March 19 at 7:00pm) Calling all fans of historical romance: please meet Anne Easter Smith, whose new book examines a little-known heroine of the English court. The King’s Grace weaves together historical fact and emotional insight in revealing the story of the little-noticed but fascinating Grace Plantagenet and the 15th ... (more)Not For Kids Only Book Group: "Waiting for Normal" by Leslie Connor (March 22 at 2:00pm) Our Not for Kids Only Book Group, for adults who like to read books for children and teens, continues with a fun and lively discussion of Waiting for Normal by Leslie Connor. Read the book, then come ready to share your thoughts. New members are welcome.
HILLARY JORDAN (March 24 at 7:00pm) We’re delighted to host Hillary Jordan, who comes in with the paperback edition of her award-winning book, Mudbound. A remote cotton farm in 1946 Mississippi tests remarkable characters as they strive for love and honor against a tragedy of grand scale. Meet the author at Anderson’s.
Children's Author Event: PETER LERANGIS (March 31 at 7:00pm) Children’s author Peter Lerangis visits with his new book, The 39 Clues: The Sword Thief. It’s the third in the best-selling multi-media adventure series, The 39 Clues, which follows siblings Amy and Dan in their search to discover what makes their family the most powerful the world has ever known. ... (more)Children's Author Event: MEGGAN HILL (April 4 at 11:00am) MEGGAN HILL promotes Nico and Lola: Kindness Shared Between a Boy and a Dog. If you would be so kind as to come meet author Meggan Hill, whose new book is about little Nico, a boy trying to be so kind while caring for Lola, an adorable pug. Tender messages are delivered through captivating photos in Nico and Lola. Sweet and cuddly story!
Young Reader's Author Event: JUSTIN SOMPER (April 7 at 7:00pm) Arghh ye ready for some adventure? The Vampirates return with Book 4, Black Heart. And the Captain (well, the author) is sailing across the high seas to Anderson’s, all the way from the UK. Meet Justin Somper and hear about the Pirate Federation’s new mission.
BILL AYERS, BERNADINE DOHRN (April 8 at 7:00pm) Now a distinguished professor of education at the University of IllinoisFugitive_Days, Chicago, Bill Ayers was also a 60’s-era political activist and radical leader of the Weather Underground. Joining him is his wife, Bernardine Dohrn, a fellow Vietnam-era reformer, today the director of the Children ... (more)JANE HAMILTON (April 9 at 7:00pm) Meet the bestselling author of A Map of the World and The Book of Ruth when she comes to celebrate her new book, Laura Rider’s Masterpiece. When the marriage of Laura and Charlie Rider gets stale, an e-mail exchange with the host of a local radio show takes surprising turns.
Children's Author Event: HARRY BLISS (April 9 at 7:00pm) Famous for his illustrations and New Yorker cartoons, Harry Bliss visits with his first solo book, Luke on the Loose. Young readers will laugh as Luke sets out in pursuit of pigeons, leading to a crazy tour of New York City.
Young Reader's Author Event: CHRIS BRADFORD (April 15 at 7:00pm) Early reviews of this debut novel describe it as Crouching Tiger meets Harry Potter! Middle readers, especially those who are martial arts fans, will get a kick out of Young Samurai: The Way of the Warrior, and its black belt-holding author, Chris Bradford.
Not for Kids Only Book Group: "Savvy" by Ingrid Law (April 19 at 2:00pm) Our Not for Kids Only Book Group, for adults who like to read books for children and teens, continues with a fun and lively discussion of Savvy by Ingrid Law. Read the book, then come ready to share your thoughts.
JAMIE FORD (April 21 at 7:00pm) We welcome Jamie Ford, the author of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, a book we’re already raving about here. It’s a compelling story set at a conflicted and volatile time in US history- the 1940’s- during the period of Japanese Internment. We’re delighted to introduce Mr. Ford to you ... (more)Young Reader's Author Event: ERIN HUNTER (April 23 at 7:00pm) Please join us as we welcome back Erin Hunter, author of Warriors: Power of Three #6: Sunrise. Ms. Hunter presents this dazzling new installment of the nationally best-selling series in which three young cats hold the key to the future of the Clans.
Young Reader's Author Event: TIM GREEN (May 6 at 7:00pm) Help us give a big welcome to NFL great, Tim Green, author of Baseball Great. The bestselling author and former Atlanta Falcons defensive end will have young readers on the edge of their seats rooting for Josh, as he finds himself in a sports-centered thriller, complete with questions about the suspicious ... (more)Alice Hoffman (May 8 at 7:00pm)
Luis Urrea (May 21 at 7:00pm)
Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus (May 27 at 7:00pm)
Michael Grant (May 28 at 7:00pm)
Melissa Marr (June 2 at 7:00pm)
Kelly Armstrong (June 2 at 7:00pm)
Julianne Moore (June 3 at 7:00pm)
Rick Bragg (June 7 at 2:00pm)
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