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Newsletter April 13, 2012
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Hello Everyone!
Our weekend with the Very Hungry Caterpillar was great fun! We had a big turnout for both days, and our story time was a treat for everyone. Check out the pictures of the Caterpillar and some of his biggest fans!
Next Thursday, April 19th, we will be hosting a wine and cheese reception to thank and celebrate the Book Givers who will participate in World Book Night. Everyone is welcome -- please see details in the newsletter below.
We'll be the bookseller at the next LBPLF's Booked event, which will be held on April 22nd. This month, the Simple Supper is with Dr. John Jung, author of the memoir Southern Fried Rice. Reservations are required; contact information is below.
We are launching a Book Club for adults! Our first meeting will be on May 16th; please see below for all of the details. If you're interested in joining, please email us or sign up in the store!
If you have a few minutes, please complete this quick online survey. Your answers will be completely confidential and no personal information will be shared with any third parties. We are working with a marketing class at CSULB; your answers will help students complete a Google-partnered marketing campaign for a class project. You'll also be helping us improve our store!
Did you know that we have FREE PARKING in the lot behind Apostrophe Books? Parking on Second Street can be a challenge, and the meters can be an expensive hassle -- check out our free parking for a more pleasant shopping experience!
If you haven't already signed up, ask about our Frequent Buyer's Club the next time you're in the store. It's completely free to join, and the only information we need is your name: our system keeps track of your spending, and once you reach $100, you get a coupon for $5 off your next purchase! Live too far from Long Beach to visit our store? You can support us online! Visit www.apostrophebooks.net to buy books online, and like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to get all of our updates! Happy reading! Valerie, Lisa, Kelsey, Michelle, Sara, and Patti
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Pictures from our special day!
We had a very fun Easter weekend with our new friend, The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Thanks to everyone who came to visit, and a very big thank you to our Caterpillar and to our favorite story time reader, Sam! 
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Secret Door Club
Next Meeting: April 17th at 4pm
Our next meeting will be this Tuesday, April 17th. We'll be discussing chapters 27 through 35.
We're having a BYOS (Bring Your Own Snack) meeting! Be sure to bring something to munch on . . . and if you're bringing something particularly yummy, bring enough to share!
If you are interested in joining us, we still have room for a few
more members! Please call (562) 438-7950 or stop in the store to sign up! You'll also need parental permission to join. |
 World Book Night!
Reception for Book Givers, April 19
World Book Night is an annual celebration designed to spread a love of reading and books. Started last year in the UK, World Book Night will be celebrated this year on April 23, 2012, across the US, the UK, and Ireland. Tens of thousands of book lovers will hand out free World Book Night paperbacks.
We love the idea of sharing books to encourage people to visit bookstores and libraries more often, and so Apostrophe Books signed up to be a WBN book pickup bookstore.
Our Book Givers will take a box of specially produced, not-for-resale paperback editions of popular books and distribute them to strangers -- or friends who aren't frequent readers. There are 30 titles on the list, a wide selection of poetry and fiction, ranging from The Kite Runner to The Hunger Games. On April 23rd, Book Givers will take their WBN books to a coffee shop or hospital, church or community center, an after-work party or train home, shopping mall or local school -- and give out 20 free paperbacks.
To celebrate and thank our Book Givers (and to hand out the book boxes!), we will be having a wine and cheese reception next Thursday night, April 19th, at 7 pm. Everyone is welcome to join us!
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 LBPLF's Booked! Event
A Simple Supper with Dr. John Jung
LBPF's next Booked: A Simple Supper for Library Lovers will be Sunday, April 22nd, with Dr. John Jung. Dr. Jung grew up in Macon, Georgia, where his family were the only Chinese in the small Southern town; he  relates his experiences in his acclaimed memoirs, Southern Fried Rice, Sweet and Sour, and Chopsticks in the Land of Cotton. Professor Emeritus of Psychology at CSU Long Beach, Dr. Jung is a fascinating storyteller -- this is sure to be a stimulating and interesting dinner event! Booked will be held at Forbidden City restaurant, from 4 pm to 7 pm. The minimum donation is $40 per person, and reservations are required. Please email info@lbplfoundation.org or call 562-628-2441 to reserve your spot!
We are honored to be the bookseller at this very special event. Proceeds from all Booked events support Long Beach Public Library.
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 New Book Club!
Wednesday, May 16th, 7 pm
We are very excited to announce that we are launching a new Book Club! We will meet once a month in the space above our store to discuss a wide variety of contemporary writing. Wine and cheese will be provided, which will undoubtedly facilitate discussion!
Our first book will be Neil Gaiman's novel American Gods. We have copies available in the store now; it will be 15% off for Book Club members. Plenty of time to read (or reread!) the book before our meeting May 16th! If you'd like to join us, please email Patti to RSVP! |
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Cards and Gifts for Moms, Dads, and Grads!
Hurry in for the best selection!
Looking for just the right book for your graduate? Need a special gift for Mother's Day or Father's Day? Come in to Apostrophe Books -- we have a great selection of cards and gifts for every occasion this spring and summer! 
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Find us on Yelp!
Check in for special deals
 Please visit our Yelp page and rate us or, better yet, write a review! Help us spread the word about Apostrophe Books, and give us feedback. We want to know what you love about us, and we want to hear what you'd like us to improve. Be sure to watch the video: our expert bookseller Kelsey will lead you on a virtual tour of Apostrophe Books! When you're in the store, be sure to "check in" on your mobile device for a special coupon and other deals! Look for us on Twitter and Facebook, too!  
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 About Us 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! |
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