The Whatifs

A Conversation With Alexandria August

Mystery Book Club

Tiny T.Rex and the Impossible Hug

Sylvie

Big Pumpkin

The Halloween Tree

Dragonboy

Chloe Gong celebrates FOUL LADY FORTUNE with Elizabeth Lim

Kerri Maniscalco celebrates KINGDOM OF THE FEARED with Holly Black!

Stephanie Garber discusses THE BALLAD OF NEVER AFTER with Shelby Mahurin!

Sarah Addison Allen discusses OTHER BIRDS our September #BNBookClub selection

Kimi Cunningham Grant celebrates THESE SILENT WOODS #BNMiddayMystery

Carlene O' Connor celebrates NO STRANGERS HERE with Colleen Cambridge #BNMiddayMystery

Lee and Andrew Child celebrate NO PLAN B with Ruth Ware #BNMiddayMystery

Janice Hallett celebrates THE APPEAL Hank Phillippi Ryan #BNMiddayMystery

Shannon Messenger celebrates STELLARLUNE, the newest in the Keeper of the Lost Cities series

Anthony Horowitz celebrates THE TWIST OF A KNIFE and MAGPIE MURDERS with Lucy Foley #BNMiddayMystery

Jennifer L. Armentrout celebrates A LIGHT IN THE FLAME

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Ninja Red Riding Hood," by Corey Rosen Schwartz.&nbsp; Can a ninja-fied Little Red Riding Hood end with everyone happy? Find out in this fractured fairy tale that's sure to be a storytime hit. Wolf just can&rsquo;t catch a break!&nbsp;Ever since the three little pigs started teaching everyone Ninja skills, huffing and puffing just hasn&rsquo;t been enough to scare up a good meal.&nbsp; His craving for meat sends Wolf to classes at the dojo, and soon he&rsquo;s ready to try out his new moves. A little girl and her tiny granny should be easy targets&mdash;right? Not if Little Red has anything to say about it!&nbsp;Kiya!

Ninja Red Riding Hood

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Tiny T.Rex &amp; the Impossible Hug," by Jonathan Stutzman.Tiny T. Rex has a HUGE problem. His friend Pointy needs cheering up and only a hug will do. But with his short stature and teeny T. Rex arms, is a hug impossible? Not if Tiny has anything to say about it! Join this plucky little dino in his very first adventure, Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug&mdash;a warm and funny tale that proves the best hugs come from the biggest hearts.

Tiny T. Rex and the Impossible Hug

The Mystery Book Club is for people who love books - more importantly MYSTERY books!&nbsp;&nbsp;Come join them and discuss the monthly pick, "The Sentence is Death," by Anthony Horowitz.New York Times&ndash;bestselling author Anthony Horowitz and eccentric detective Daniel Hawthorne team up again in a new mystery.&ldquo;You shouldn&rsquo;t be here. It&rsquo;s too late . . . &ldquo;&nbsp; These, heard over the phone, were the last recorded words of successful celebrity-divorce lawyer Richard Pryce, found bludgeoned to death in his bachelor pad with a bottle of wine&mdash;a 1982 Chateau Lafite worth &pound;3,000, to be precise.Odd, considering he didn&rsquo;t drink. Why this bottle? And why those words? And why was a three-digit number painted on the wall by the killer? And, most importantly, which of the man&rsquo;s many, many enemies did the deed?Baffled, the police are forced to bring in Private Investigator Daniel Hawthorne and his sidekick, the author Anthony, who&rsquo;s really getting rather good at this murder investigation business.But as Hawthorne takes on the case with characteristic relish, it becomes clear that he, too, has secrets to hide. As our reluctant narrator becomes ever more embroiled in the case, he realizes that these secrets must be exposed&mdash;even at the risk of death . . . Discuss the characters, plotlines, the writing style of the book and what you discovered while reading!&nbsp; Enjoy your afternoon with other Mystery Lovers and find out what they are reading next!&nbsp; If you have any questions regarding the event, you can contact <a href="mailto:marcenemartinez@yahoo.com">marcenemartinez@yahoo.com</a>.

The Sentence Is Death (Hawthorne and Horowitz Mystery #2)

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "The Whatifs," by Emily Kilgore.Cora is constantly worrying about everything. Because of this, the Whatifs love her. They sneak up to her and give her all kinds of doubts: big or small, silly or frightening, likely or impossible. As she prepares for an upcoming piano recital, the Whatifs cling on tighter and drag her down, making her anxious about messing up during the concert. Will she be able to change her worry-filled thoughts into hopeful ones?What if my dog runs away? What if I forget my homework? What if the sun stops shining? What if my crayon breaks?A&nbsp;refreshing, script-flipping take on the anxieties that creep into all of our lives. Emily Kilgore&rsquo;s debut is approachable for all ages and, beyond being useful for discussing anxiety, the story following Cora is entertaining and thoughtful. Zoe Persico&rsquo;s lavish illustrations jump right off the page to round out a really great picture book.

Join us here at Market Heights Barnes &amp; Noble as we welcome local author, Alexandria August to our store.&nbsp; Ms. August will be here from 1pm - 3pm to talk about her book,"A Conversation with Alexandria August."&nbsp; Alexandria August has determination to overcome everything and accept her free spirited ways. Embracing all parts of her life and this world, she's refusing to let anything hold her down. Something is pushing her forward, but she's got to find out what's attracting her energy, her mind. Knowing the only way she will find out is if she gives up her old life, will she? Can she?Alexandria August is an Editor, Writer, Philanthropist, New Author, Small business owner, Chakra balancing, Meditating free spirited writer. Former Journalist, she loves life, writing, history, reading learning, gardening, nature, cooking, anything good, she&rsquo;s with it, laughter is her favorite thing to hear and do.Stop by and visit with her and pick up a copy of her book for her to sign for your library!&nbsp;

A Conversation with Alexandria August

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Halloween is almost here!&nbsp; Come join us in the children's department for a special treat when we read, "Big Pumpkin," by Erica Silverman.&nbsp; A little bat uses brains over brawn in this not-so-scary Halloween picture book. The witch has grown the biggest pumpkin ever, and now she wants to make herself a pumpkin pie for Halloween. But the pumpkin is so big she can't get it off the vine. It&rsquo;s so big the ghost can&rsquo;t move it, either. Neither can the vampire, nor the mummy. It looks as if there&rsquo;ll be no pumpkin pie for Halloween, until along comes the bat with an idea to save the day. How can the tiny bat succeed where bigger and strong spooky creatures have failed? You'll be surprised!

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Clovis Keeps His Cool,"by Katelyn Aronson.Clovis used to struggle with his temper, but ever since he took over his late grandmother&rsquo;s china shop, he&rsquo;s been learning how to manage it. He pours tea, listens to soothing music, and always keeps Granny&rsquo;s words in mind: &ldquo;Grace, grace, nothing broken to replace.&rdquo; But when rivals from his football days come to heckle him at the shop, Clovis faces a big challenge that even Granny&rsquo;s words and deep breaths might not be enough for. Readers will fall in love with Clovis&rsquo;s gentle soul in this heartwarming and entertaining story about finding inner peace and second chances.

Clovis Keeps His Cool

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective," by Elizabeth Olsen.Award-winning actress Elizabeth Olsen and esteemed musician Robbie Arnett have created a fresh approach to wellness in a new series that shows children ways to manage anxiety. A perfect back-to-school read! Meet Hattie Harmony, Worry Detective. She&rsquo;s always there to help her friends when they need her. And the first day of school can cause a lot of jitters&mdash;from speaking in front of the class to taking the bus. Hattie always finds the perfect tools to calm her friends&rsquo; bodies and minds. But when her own fears start to bubble up, can Hattie learn to overcome them herself?Hattie Harmony is the type of friend every one of us could use. Whether you're nervous about a new beginning or self-conscious about being in the spotlight, Hattie Harmony has a unique set of coping tools. Anxiety may never go away but managing it can be life changing.

Hattie Harmony Worry Detective

Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective

The Mystery Book Club is for people who love books - more importantly MYSTERY books!&nbsp;&nbsp;Come join them and discuss the monthly pick, "Fool Me Once," by Harlan Coben.&nbsp; A widowed veteran gets the shock of her life in this impossible-to-put-down thriller from the bestselling author and creator of the hit Netflix drama The Stranger.Former special ops pilot Maya, home from the war, sees an unthinkable image captured by her nanny cam while she is at work: her two-year-old daughter playing with Maya&rsquo;s husband, Joe&mdash;who was brutally murdered two weeks earlier. The provocative question at the heart of the mystery: Can you believe everything you see with your own eyes, even when you desperately want to? To find the answer, Maya must finally come to terms with deep secrets and deceit in her own past before she can face the unbelievable truth about her husband&mdash;and herself.Discuss the characters, plotlines, the writing style of the book and what you discovered while reading!&nbsp; Enjoy your afternoon with other Mystery Lovers and find out what they are reading next!&nbsp; If you have any questions regarding the event, you can contact <a href="mailto:marcenemartinez@yahoo.com">marcenemartinez@yahoo.com</a>.

Fool Me Once

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "The Halloween Tree," by Susan Montanari.A charming, funny, and warm-hearted kids halloween picture book that will help to start a new seasonal tradition.Everyone knows most young saplings dream of becoming Christmas trees. But one grumpy, old tree who doesn't like lights, decorations, or people is determined to be different. Get ready to meet the Halloween Tree!The Halloween Tree is not your average holiday book and is sure to warm the hearts of kids and adults-alike as a gnarly tree finds his place in the world. This festive tale will have all youngsters shouting "Trick or tree!" with glee and decorating their own Halloween trees by the final page.

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us for a fun-filled&nbsp;story-time in our children's department&nbsp;for a reading of "Giraffes In My Closet" with author Debra Young Hatch!&nbsp;Giraffes in My Closet is about children making new friends in unexpected places; helping those friends feel at home and comfortable when sometimes they don&rsquo;t and adjusting to life as it changes. The book helps children gain an understanding that our friends - no matter where we go &ndash; are always with us; we carry them in our hearts. Over-arching themes of inclusiveness, acceptance, kindness, life changes, moving, and sharing our friends are all integral parts of this special story. &nbsp;&nbsp;Ms.&nbsp;Hatch&nbsp;will be here from 11am - 1pm to answer any questions and sign a copy of the book for you!&nbsp;

Giraffes In My Closet 

Giraffes in My Closet

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Dragonboy," by Fabio Napoleoni.The power of imagination and the importance of encouraging creativity is on display as Dragonboy and his gang of lovable friends go adventuring.Dragonboy is curious. He is playful, pensive, and kind. More than anything, he is himself: an imaginative little boy who loves to be a dragon. His stuffed animal friends&mdash;Darwin, Yellow Kitty, Simon, and Drako&mdash;are always by his side as he explores and discovers something new. Because the best part of an adventure is being with the ones who know you best. The first in a new series,&nbsp;Dragonboy&nbsp;is the friend every child has been waiting for, a little boy full of empathy and joy who's ready to discover anything and everything our wonderful world has to offer.

We invite you and your family to share in the magic of reading!&nbsp; Come join us on the stage in the children's department for a reading of, "Sylvie," by Jean Reidy.One small spider takes a big risk to bring together the people she watches over in her apartment building in this charming picture book from the celebrated author and illustrator of Truman. Sylvie hangs on a silvery thread, safely hidden under her damp, dark fire escape. Sure, it&rsquo;s a little too close to the dumpster below, but if she stays carefully out of sight, she can watch over her people in the apartment building above&mdash;a painter, a proper lady, a man with a plan, and a girl with an exceptionally brave tortoise. Day and night, night and day, Sylvie watches over them making sure everything is just so. Lately though, her people seem to be missing...something. Sylvie wants to help, but she&rsquo;s always stayed out of view. After all, not everyone appreciates a spider who calls attention to herself. When a most audacious idea comes to her though, one that might make everything more than just so, maybe even just right, can Sylvie muster her moxie and risk stepping into the spotlight?

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