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Newsletter                                January 13, 2012
Hello Everyone!

Just a quick reminder of our Children's Book Signing Extravaganza that will be happening at our store this Saturday, January 21st from 12:00pm - 5:30pm. This amazing Author and Illustrator event will include 4 authors and 3 illustrators - two signings at a time - please scroll down and see the schedule below so that you don't miss your favorite author and/or illustrators!!
 

We look forward to seeing you!

 

Valerie and Lisa
Apostrophe Books

 
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SIX Authors & Illustrators!
Book Launch
Lisa See: LBPL Reading
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Book Signing: SIX Authors & Illustrators!
January 20 & 21

On Friday, January 20th, at Lowell Elementary School, and then again at Apostrophe Books on Saturday, January 21st, SIX of your favorite children's authors and illustrators will be signing their work!  Beginning at 5:15 on Friday night, the authors and illustrators will be running workshops for students of Lowell, and books will be for sale and available for signing.  Parents can register their students here for the 6th Annual Authors and Illustrators Night.  Space is limited, and many workshops have already filled up!

Saturday, the authors and illustrators will be at our store from noon until 5:30, signing books for fans of all ages.

From noon to 1:30, visit with Lisa Yee and Bonnie Bright.  Lisa Yee  is the author of ten novels, including the American Girl Kanani stories, Bobby the Brave (Sometimes), and the short story collection Geektastic.  Bonnie Bright's charming illustrations can be found in numerous children's books, including Surf Angel and Rabbit's Foot.

From 2 to 3:30 pm, visit with Matt Beeuwsaert and Alva Sachs.  Basketball-player-turned-author/illustrator Matt Beeuwsaert is the talent behind the basketball webcomic, Zac Is Wack, which has been collected in the book I Got Game.  Alva Sachs is the writer of kids' favorites I'm Five, Circus Fever, and On Your Mark, Get Set, Go!

From 4 to 5:30 pm, visit with Julie Jaskol and Brian Lewis and Robin Preiss Glasser.  Julie Jaskol and Brian Lewis are the authors of City of Angels, an illustrated tour of Los Angeles for kids.  Robin Preiss Glasser is the tiara-sporting creator of the incomparable Fancy Nancy series.

All of these books are available for 10% off every day at Apostrophe Books!  Visit us on the 20th and 21st to have your purchases signed!



Saturday's Book Signing Schedule: 

12:00 - 1:30

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2:00 - 3:30
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4:00 - 5:30
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Book Launch!
P.I. Maltbie's Bambino and Mr. Twain

On February 4th, from 2-4pm, Long Beach author Priscilla "P.I" Maltbie will visit Apostrophe Books to launch her latest delightful children's book, Bambino and Mr. Twain.

In each of her books, Priscilla portrays historical figures in very private, very human moments:  Claude Monet longs for his painting to captivate art critics as much as trains captivate his young son; a finicky cat inspires Picasso to move from his Blue Period to his Rose Period; and in this latest, a stubborn cat keeps Mark Twain company as he grieves for his late wife.  Publisher's Weekly calls Bambino and Mr. Twain "unexpectedly moving."  Priscilla's stories are rich with grace, wry humor, and, of course, mischievous cats.

Don't miss this very special day with our great friend!  All of Priscilla's books are 10% off at Apostrophe Books, and she will be very happy to sign copies.  Come celebrate with us!

 


Reading with Novelist Lisa See
February 11, Long Beach Public Library

Lisa See, author of the beautiful novels Shanghai Girls and Peony in Love, will be the featured speaker for the 2012 Blanche Collins Forum on Saturday, February 11th at 1:30 PM at the Long Beach Main Library Auditorium.  Lisa will be reading from her latest novel, Dreams of Joy, which continues the story of sisters Pearl and May in Shanghai Girls.

This free event is brought to you by the Friends of the Long Beach Public Library Blanche Collins Forum and the Long Beach Public Library. Doors open at 1:00 PM. No reservations needed -- visit the Library's website for directions and parking information.

All of Lisa Sees novels are available at 10% off every day at Apostrophe Books.  We will also be on hand at the event, if you wish to purchase copies for Lisa to sign.  We hope to see you there!
 
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Apostrophe Books 

Apostrophe Books carries a diverse collection of new books, all discounted 10% to 60% off list price!  If we don't have the book you need, we will special order it for no additional charge.  We also sell an eclectic mix of unique cards, gifts, and gift wrap, all personally and carefully chosen.  

 

We are a locally owned and operated bookstore, and we value warm, friendly service as much as you do!  You can be sure we'll do everything we can to see you completely satisfied with your visit!