Sandy Grubb signs her young reader novel JUST LIKE CLICK

Storytime

T.H. Lehnen signs his fantasy novel FOG & FIREFLIES

Noah Gittell signs copies of BASEBALL: THE MOVIE

Cherise Arthur signs her childrens' books 11am-3pm

Gregory D. Lee signs new international thriller novel STINGER noon-5pm

Silvia Moreno-Garcia celebrates SILVER NITRATE #BNMiddayMystery

Ann Napolitano discusses WITHIN ARM'S REACH, our Monthly Fiction Pick for May!

Rachel Khong discusses REAL AMERICANS, our #bnbookclub May Book Club Selection!

Ivy Pochoda celebrates SING HER DOWN with Danielle Trussoni #BNMiddayMystery

Craig DiLouie and Paul Tremblay discuss HOW TO MAKE A HORROR MOVIE AND SURVIVE and HORROR MOVIE with Gabino Iglesias #BNMIddayMystery

Colin Walsh celebrates KALA #BNMiddayMystery

Portland native T.H. Lehnen joins us to introduce readers to his debut novel, FOG &amp; FIREFLIES. In this transportive tale, a menacing fog surrounds scattered villages, who erect walls to keep the fog at bay knowing that the voices and figures within the fog will try to spirit away the adults. The fog leaves the children alone, so they protect their elders. The fog clears periodically. Caravans come, allowing trade between the villages. When Ogma's friends are kidnapped by cloaked assailants who arrive with a caravan, she chooses to leave the safety of her village and enter the woods in pursuit.&nbsp;Kirkus Reviews notes "The cast is simply outstanding, starting with the young hero, who's empathetic and courageous." and notes that "This somber but wholly absorbing coming-of-age tale unspools in an indelible otherworldly land."T.H. Lehnen will chat with us and sign copies of his book from noon until 6pm.

Fog & Fireflies

May 4th is Star Wars Day, join us and celebrate with a Star Wars Lego kit build! Supplies are limited, and there are no reservations. One kit per person. We'll see you there, and May the 4th Be With You!&nbsp;

May the 4th Be With You Lego Build

<pre style="white-space:pre-wrap;color:#242424;font-size:15px;background-color:#ffffff;font-family:sans-serif;overflow-wrap:break-word;">Join us from 11am until noon when we host Portland's own Sara T. Behrman, reading from her new illustrated children's book called THE SEA HIDES A SEAHORSE. This book is written for ages 4-8, and features different species of seahorses and seadragons from around the world. A subtle seek-and-find tale educates the readers on where these underwater creatures swim, hide, hunt, court, and mate. Kids can also partake in a seahorse related craft - and Sara has written seahorse related songs, which we hope she will share! A former librarian with thousands of storytime hours under the belt, Sara does technical writing and loves to travel. Like seahorses - has found her way to all five of the world&rsquo;s oceans: the Arctic, Southern, Indian, Atlantic, and the Pacific! </pre>

Children's author Sara T Behrman signs THE SEA HIDES A SEAHORSE

The Sea Hides a Seahorse

Children, Along with their Parents, are invited to attend Storytime each Wednesday at 11am for stories by favorite and new authors, plus activities. Join us!

RE-scheduled from 4/13. Do you know someone with an interest in STEM education? Luke Zollinger joins us to talk about his new book THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO ENGINEERING - which informs and refreshes us on the basics of the engineering profession. Amongst the various facts, you will discover what makes engineers different from non-technical people. You'll learn about branches of engineering, how to pursue a career as a professional engineer, steps for obtaining a patent and more. Bring your curiosity! Luke Zollinger is a licensed professional engineer in mechanical and civil engineering who has experience with tandem rotor helicopters, bridges, heavy construction, structural engineering and airport design. We will be hosting Luke from 11am-3pm.

Book signing with Luke Zollinger, author of THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO ENGINEERING

The Insider's Guide to Engineering

The first definitive history of this film genre, BASEBALL: THE MOVIE is a look back at an American pastime through the lens of films since 1915. Writer and critic Noah Gittell sheds light on popular classic films and less seen gems, and explores how this pocket of cinema presents a stage through which the ideals of America are born, performed, and defined.&nbsp;Noah Gittell is a culture critic who writes for publications that include The Atlantic, The Ringer, GQ, Esquire, The Guardian and the Los Angeles Review of Books. He is a regular film critic for the Washington City Paper and frequently contributes to the BBC. As a mainstay with the Smithsonian Associates, he presents lectures on film topics several times a year. Noah will be with us from noon until 3pm.&nbsp;

Baseball: The Movie

Army veteran Joel Riojas joins us to sign copies of his fantasy novel, THE GREEN WIZARD. Set in the world of Devanssh, the adventure follows Brownie Kickfinger, who believes he was meant for nothing - but gradually discovers his destiny as a member of a powerful family of wizards. Joel Riojas joins us from Nevada. He grew up in Chicago's South Side in a community described as The Back of The Yards on 47th and Wolcott, and spent many years in Anchorage. Joel has written additional novels, drawing inspiration from family and friends. He will be signing copies of his book between 1 and 3pm.

Author Joel Riojas signs fantasy novel THE GREEN WIZARD

The Green Wizard

In STINGER, Robaire Assaly, an LA-based DEA Confidential Informant, is coerced into an elaborate scheme by a CIA Case Officer. Robaire soon finds himself on the run, an international fugitive pursued by his long-time DEA handler and the FBI. In the mix? A stolen Stinger missile with an unknown target.BestThrillers.Com calls this "A gloriously gritty, must-read spy thriller written by a master of the trade." Reviewers are noting Gregory D. Lee career experiences bring authenticity to this tale of different federal agencies at vast odds with each other while trying to accomplish a common goal.&nbsp; Author Gregory D. Lee is a retired DEA Supervisory Special Agent and a retired U.S. Army Reserve Chief Warrant Office 5/CID agent. He has been assessed counter-insurgency within Afghanistan while working with the intelligence community, instructed at the FBI Academy, and worked for the DEA while on diplomatic assignment in Pakistan.

Stinger: An International Thriller

We are delighted to host Oregon native Cherise Arthur, who is presenting two of her beautifully illustrated picture books. OLIVER'S MAGICAL ADVENTURES follows a young boy who makes a wish on a carousel and is surprised to find his zebra coming to life and ready to race off, with Oliver in tow! And in BELLA &amp; THE QUEEN'S PONIES, a young girl visiting Wistman's Woods meets a tricky pixie, a talking owl, singing mice, a herd of Dartmoor ponies and a beautiful queen.&nbsp;Cherise will be here to share these stories and sign copies for your young adventurers.

Bella and the Queen's Ponies

Oliver's Magical Adventures

Join us from 1-3pm when Portland native Sandy Grubb introduces her debut middle grade novel, JUST LIKE CLICK. The story follows 11-year old Nick Townley, who lives in a ranch nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Though his parents encourage him towards sports and making friends, Nick desires nothing more than to write and draw superhero comics. A string of robberies jolts Nick into action, but his secret identity isn't forever - can he navigate these new dangers alone? Each chapter of JUST LIKE CLICK begins with a a comic book page illustrated by the novel's main character. Sandy will be sharing comic templates for kids interested in trying to create their own comic.

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