Wellesley Books Newsletter
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 Join us for a WICKED good time with Gregory Maguire TONIGHT, Wednesday, November 2nd at 7pm at the Needham Public Library. We will celebrate the publication of Out of Oz: The Final Volume in the Wicked Years, the stunning conclusion to the smash New York Times bestselling Wicked Years series. To open the event, we will hear a spectacular rendition of several songs from WICKED, the musical, thanks to the talented performers of the Wheelock Family Theatre, followed by a presentation and book-signing by Gregory. Books will be available for purchase at the Needham Library.
 On Saturday, November 5th, award-winning local author, Sara Hoagland Hunter, and illustrator, Julia Miner, will be coming to Wellesley Books to launch their newest book, The Lighthouse Santa -- destined to be a Christmas classic. They'll be reading their Christmas tale based on the actual flights of Edward Rowe Snow, who for more than 40 years dropped Christmas presents to the children living in New England's lighthouses. Join in the holiday fun and pick up a jointly signed picture book for family and friends -- an heirloom holiday gift you'll return to year after year! Cookies will be served!
 The finalists for the National Book Award were just announced, and you can find the complete list HERE. The winners will be decided on Wednesday, November 16th. Stay tuned!
 Turn Out the Lights is a farewell to the Wellesley High School building and a celebration of over 70 years of educating Wellesley's students. There will be seminars, a gala concert of music and drama starring current and former students, a football game welcoming back WHS alumni/ae, dancing, food, visits with retired faculty members, and a giant yard sale of old WHS memorabilia, like banners, locker fronts and old uniforms.
Saturday, November 26th, American Express is holding its 2nd annual Small Business Saturday®. You can get a $25 statement credit if you spent at least that much at a small business that day - including Wellesley Books - so register your card today on their website.
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Contact Us
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Wellesley Books
82 Central Street
Wellesley, MA 02482
781.431.1160
www.wellesleybooks.com
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Upcoming Events
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Sara Hoagland Hunter & Julia Miner - Saturday, 11/5
Jenny Slate & Dean Fleischer-Camp - Monday, 11/7
Dr. Julian Seifter - Tuesday, 11/8
Susan Rava - Wednesday, 11/9
Special Storytime - Saturday, 11/12
Maria Dueñas - Monday, 11/14
Lunchtime Book Group - Tuesday, 11/15
Angela Gerst - Wednesday, 11/16
Leo Landry - Thursday, 11/17
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"The book is second only to the wheel as the best piece of technology human beings have ever invented. A book symbolises the whole intellectual history of mankind; it's the greatest weapon ever devised in the war against stupidity." ~Author Philip Pullman
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Coming soon, our annual Holiday Recommendations Booklet! As you know, this booklet is your ticket to easy holiday shopping for all those readers on your list. Here is a sneak preview of what is to come:
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 Lifeblood
by Alex Perry
In this book, award-winning journalist Alex Perry documents philanthropist Ray Chamber's campaign to eradicate malaria, weaving together science and history with a riveting exposé of the workings of humanitarian aid. A fascinating story of how to improve the way we provide aid to truly make a difference.
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 I Am Half-Sick of Shadows
by Alan Bradley
The irrepressible Flavia returns to solve a Christmas-time, locked-door murder-mystery that takes place in her own house in a brilliant homage to Agatha Christie.
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 Quiches, Kugels, and Couscous
by Joan Nathan
In this extraordinary book, Joan Nathan gives us the fruits of her quest for Jewish cooking in France - a treasure trove of delectable kosher recipes and the often moving stories behind them.
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 A Little History of the World: Illustrated Edition
by E.H. Gombrich
In forty short chapters, Gombrich tells the story of man from the Stone Age to the atomic bomb, from how people acquired the faculty of speech and learned to make tools to how they waged civil wars. The vibrancy of his narrative and colorful language is now matched with the visual imagery; truly a book of all ages, for all ages-it's perfect bedtime reading for both kids and adults.
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The Tiger's Wife by Téa Obreht
Three Seconds by Anders Roslund & Börge Hellström
Atlantic by Simon Winchester
A Covert Affair by Jennet Conant
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- Thanksgiving themed books...
Here are some Thanksgiving reads that are great for the whole family....
Have you ever wondered how the tradition of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade began? Wonder no more as Balloons Over Broadway tells the story of Tony Sarg, the puppeteer whose creativity helped to shape this Thanksgiving Day event. A wonderful story of one man's innovative spirit that is enhanced by Melissa Sweet's amazing artwork. And on Saturday, November 12th at 10:30am, we will have a special storytime and crafts featuring Balloons Over Broadway!
Take Lydia Maria Child's classic song and pair it with Matt Tavares' evocative illustrations and you have a great book to share with every member of the family. As a bonus, the note about the author at the end of the book gives a little history. You will have a hard time not breaking into song!
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 Now that the pumpkins are gone, it's time to move on to pumpkin pie. I can't quite believe it, but it's true. Alexa just put up a display of must-have gifts for Thanksgiving. Cute Thanksgiving candles, pop-up turkey timers that are shaped like a turkey, napkins, and the OCD cutting board, complete with measurement grid. I will be sending my vegetarian sister an inflatable turkey for the table! Gobble, gobble!
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Down in the Used Book Cellar
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At the bottom of the stairs, you will find a table with new arrivals for both adults and kids. Here is a selection of what was on display today:
Maine by Courtney Sullivan
Ten Thousand Saints by Eleanor Henderson
Reading My Father by Alexandra Styron
The Cat's Table by Michael Ondaatje (a very fast reader must have brought this one in!)
Lost in Shangri-La by Mitchell Zuckoff
A Secret Kept by Tatiana De Rosnay
Divergent by Veronica Roth (for ages 14 and up)
The Emerald Atlas by John Stephens (for ages 8 and up)
For more information about UBC buybacks, please check out our website with frequently asked questions and information about what kinds of books we are looking to acquire. We appreciate your limiting the amount of books you bring in to about 2 boxes, or 50 books. Also, please note that we do not accept donations.
The Used Book Cellar is open for shopping during regular store hours,
Monday-Saturday 9-9 and Sunday 11-6.
UBC Buybacks are every Sunday from 1-5.
Last UBC Buybacks before the holidays will be on Sunday, November 20th. We will resume on Sunday, January 7th, 2012.
(The Used Book Cellar is not open for browsing during events)
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 Lorna, our book buyer, has taken all of our past Dogs of the Week and put them together in an album on Facebook. It is really quite impressive! I can't quite believe we have featured more than 75 dogs in our newsletter. Pictured to the left is Tucker, doing his best to hide from our scary Halloween trickster. I have to admit, he makes me jump whenever he lets out that creepy laugh! Tucker has also been known to make me jump when he lets loose with that hound-dog bay of his.
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Wellesley Books Storytime happens every Friday at 10:30 am in the children's section of the store. Join Melinda as she surprises you with her story selections. Guaranteed to please!
On Saturday, November 12th at 10:30am, we will have a special storytime and crafts featuring Balloons Over Broadway!
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What We're Reading Now...
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Thank you for supporting your community
independent bookstore!
Sincerely,
Kym Havens Wellesley Books Go to top of the page
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