Blue Elephant Book Shop
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Blue Elephant Book Shop

2091 N Decatur Rd
Decatur, GA 30033

United States

(404) 728-8955; blueelephantbookbellsouth.net

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Web site: http://www.blueelephantbookshop.com

Events: http://www.blueelephantbookshop.…

Description: Located in the Emory Commons shopping center.

Hours:
Sunday 12:30PM-6:30PM
Monday - Saturday 9:30AM-9:00PM

Blue Elephant Book Shop is an independent, full-service bookstore located in beautiful downtown Decatur, Georgia. Opened in March of 2008, Blue Elephant Book Shop offers a complete, diverse inventory in comfortable surroundings. With more than 40 years combined bookstore experience, our knowledgeable staff provides outstanding customer service. Come let us find you the perfect books today!

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Tax-Free Holiday Weekend! (August 1 at 09:30am)
Time to start your back-to-school shopping! From Thursday, July 31, to Sunday, August 3, all children's books (from baby to teen), dictionaries, and thesauruses in our store are tax-free!
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Tax-Free Holiday Weekend! (August 2 at 09:30am)
Time to start your back-to-school shopping! From Thursday, July 31, to Sunday, August 3, all children's books (from baby to teen), dictionaries, and thesauruses in our store are tax-free!
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Hollis Gillespie (September 18 at 7:00pm)
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Randy Russell (October 17 at 7:00pm)
Randy Russell reads from Ghost Cats of the South.
Join us for a purrfectly spooky evening as Randy Russell reads from and signs copies of his newest collection of tales, "Ghost Cats of the South."
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Randy Russell (October 17 at 7:00pm)
Randy Russell signs Ghost Cats of the South.
Join us for a purrfectly spooky evening as Randy Russell reads from and signs copies of his newest collection of tales, "Ghost Cats of the South."
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Book Group Discussion - Nine Parts of Desire (February 11 at 7:00pm)
The Blue Elephant Book Group discusses the book pick for this month, "Nine Parts of Desire" by Geraldine Brooks. Anyone who's read the book is welcome to join us!
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Local Artist Reception - Jane Springfield (February 27 at 7:00pm)
Jane Springfield promotes her artwork.
Local artist Jane Springfield spent several weeks hiking, backpacking, and painting in Southern Utah's national and state parks, including: Arches, Bryce, Canyonlands, Capitol Reef, Kodachrome, and Zion. Her oils and and watercolors will be featured at the Blue Elephant Book Shop from February 24 - April ... (more)8. Meet the artist at a reception on Friday, February 27.
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Blue Elephant Book Shop turns 1 year old! (March 7 at 09:30am)
Join us as we celebrate our 1st birthday, with kids’ storytime held at held 10AM, 2PM, and 4PM, plus refreshments, door prizes, and a 10% discount all day! Saturday, March 7, 9:30 am through 9 pm. Blue Elephant Book Shop, 404-728-8955.
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Sandra Novack (March 7 at 7:00pm)
Sandra Novack reads from Precious.
Local author Sandra Novack reads from and signs her new novel, "Precious."
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Book Group Discussion - Tortilla Curtain (March 11 at 7:00pm)
The Blue Elephant Book Group discusses the book pick for this month, "Tortilla Curtain" by T. C. Boyle. Anyone who's read the book is welcome to join us!
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Barbara Levenson (March 12 at 7:00pm)
Miami judge and author Barbara Levenson reads from and signs her new mystery, Fatal February.
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Sybil Baker (March 25 at 7:00pm)
Regional author Sybil Baker reads from and signs her new novel, The Life Plan.
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Mark Bauerlein (May 28 at 7:15pm)
Emory professor and former NEA Director of Research Mark Bauerlein discusses and signs his new book, The Dumbest Generation: How the Digital Age Stupefies Young Americans and Jeopardizes Our Future.
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Photography Reception: Moroccan Magic Carpet Ride (June 5 at 7:00pm)
Arthur Ratliff.
Meet local photographer Arthur Ratliff at an opening reception for his new collection, "Moroccan Magic Carpet Ride: From Casablanca to Marrakesh." The photographs will be on display in the store through July 18.
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Susan Gregg Gilmore (June 12 at 7:15pm)
Southern author Susan Gregg Gilmore reads from and discusses Looking for Salvation at the Dairy Queen, her witty, charming debut novel set in Ringgold and Atlanta.
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Tom Edwards (June 17 at 7:15pm)
Tom Edwards signs Blue Jesus.
"Della's Diner" creator and Atlanta author Tom Edwards discusses his debut novel, Blue Jesus, a compelling story set in a fictional Georgia town and based on the Blue People of Troublesome Creek, KY.
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Byron Pitts (October 13 at 7:30pm)
60 Minutes correspondent and award-winning television journalist Byron Pitts discusses and signs his memoir, "Step Out on Nothing: How Faith and Family Helped Me Overcome Life's Obstacles." He will be interviewed onstage by WSB's Monica Pearson.
Event location: Decatur Library Auditorium, 215 Sycamore St., Decatur
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CANCELLED (November 7 at 7:00pm)
John Adcox reads from Raven Wakes the World: Tales for the Winter Holiday.
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