Wellesley Books Newsletter
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 With this absolutely gorgeous weather we are having, I am sure there are already a few of us with dirt under our fingernails. On Friday, April 27th at 7:00pm we welcome local author Susan Senator for a book launch party for her new novel, Dirt: A Story About Gardening, Mothering, and Other Messy Business.
 On Saturday, April 28, at 2 pm, join us at the MORSE INSTITUTE LIBRARY, in Natick, for a fascinating look at the business side of Paul Revere, as presented by Dr. Robert Martello, author of Midnight Ride, Industrial Dawn. You'll be surprised at Paul Revere's business practices,vibrant career successes and failures and more!
 At 4pm on Saturday, April 28th, young adult author Kiera Cass will be dropping by Wellesley Books to meet fans and sign copies of her break-out dystopian romance, The Selection. Described as "Cinderella meets The Hunger Games, with a touch of television's The Bachelor," The Selection is already in development for its own television series with CW! Kiera will be signing any copies of her book purchased through Wellesley Books. You can learn more about Kiera's books, videos, and love of cake at www.kieracass.com.
 Summer Reviewers Wanted - Ages 8-17Do you want to be among the first to read new books? If the answer is yes, we have a great opportunity for you! We are introducing a new program at Wellesley Books called Summer ARC Reviewers that will give readers between the ages of 8 and 17 the opportunity to read books before they are published. If you are interested, print out, read and fill in the attached PDF enrollment form and return to either Lisa or Margaret at the store.
 Cast your vote in the Children's Choice Book Awards as part of Children's Book Week. Children's Book Week is the longest-running national literacy program in the country and this year it will be held May 7-13. We'll be hosting a number of author events throughout the week and will have special bookmark, poster, and totebag giveaways at the store! Check out our calendar for more event details: www.wellesley.indiebound.com/event.
 SAVE THE DATE - On Wednesday, May 16th at 4pm at the Wellesley Free Library, award-winning sports writer and best-selling author Mike Lupica will be returning to Wellesley to share the first book in his new series for young readers, Game Changers. Mr. Lupica will be talking about his writing and love of sports, taking questions from fans, and signing books at the Wellesley Free Library. For more information and signing details, please visit the event page on our 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
| | Susan Senator - Friday, 4/27
Robert Martello - Saturday, 4/28
Kiera Cass - Saturday, 4/18
Elizabeth Percer - Wednesday, 5/2
Caitrin Lynch - Thursday, 5/3
Fabiola Powell - Saturday, 5/5
Erin Dionne - Tuesday, 5/8
Tim Riley - Tuesday, 5/8
Judy Collins - Wednesday, 5/9
Children's Book Week Author Panel - Saturday, 5/12
Chaim Rosenberg - Tuesday, 5/15
Mike Lupica - Wednesday, 5/16
Jane Kohuth - Saturday, 5/19
Lisa Moore - Saturday, 5/19 |
| Community News
Would you like to shop at Wellesley Books and other shops in Wellesley, but you don't drive? The Wellesley Council on Aging can help you. Call them at 781-235-3961.
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"There is more treasure in books than in all the pirates' loot on Treasure Island...and best of all, you can enjoy these riches every day of your life." ~Walt Disney
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 Waiting for Sunrise
by William Boyd
In his newly released Waiting for Sunrise, William Boyd returns to some familiar ground in World War I Europe for a psychosexual spy thriller. Lysander Rief is a young stage actor who travels to Vienna for psychoanalysis by a Freud contemporary and ends up pressed into an Allied undercover military assignment. Rief's particular medical treatment and acting background make him a less-than-trustworthy narrator of events as he attempts to uncover a traitor spy. One of England's best contemporary novelists, William Boyd has just been contracted by the Ian Fleming estate to write a new James Bond novel.
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 A Land More Kind Than Home
by Wiley Cash
This is an absolutely stunning debut novel that is told from the viewpoints of three equally engaging characters - although Jess is my favorite. Jess is an adventurous, curious 11-year-old with an older brother nicknamed "Stump", who is mute and always by Jess's side. The book revolves around a catastrophic event that is told alternately by Jess; Adelaide (an older member of the church and the town midwife); and Clem, the town sheriff. You are in the hands of a master storyteller in Wiley Cash, and it will resonate with you long after you reach the last page.
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 Calico Joe
by John Grisham
Feeling discouraged about your Red Sox? Enter the world of Calico Joe, a hot hitting rookie for the Chicago Cubs. His poignant story - intertwined with that of an unlikeable veteran - will keep you spell-bound until the end.
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 Heft
by Liz Moore
I really loved this novel about a sad, dignified former professor turned shut-in, a 17-year-old kid, and the boy's troubled mother, who connects these two rather adrift people. The voices of the characters are so real and the mood is bittersweet and moving.
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In celebration of Children's Book Week, below is a list of books we have in stock that have been signed. As quantities are limited, feel free to call to reserve a copy or order via our website and note "signed copy" in the comments. Signed books also make great teacher gifts!
Dream Big Little Pig! signed by author Kristi Yamaguchi
(great gift for dance recitals and young graduates)
F is for Fenway signed by author Jerry Pallotta and illustrator John S. Dykes (great gift for baseball fans of all ages)
Beaks! and Wings signed by illustrator Robin Brickman (great for bird lovers)
BZRK signed by author Michael Grant
Why We Broke Up signed by author Daniel Handler and illustrator Maira Kalman
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If Moleskins aren't your thing, try Paperblanks journals. They are beautifully made writing journals in a range of sizes and designs, all in signature richly textured covers.
We have a brand new spinner full of their new Spring designs in the gift corner. You need to pick one up to appreciate the quality and details, with magnetic closures, ribbon placeholders and some even have a memento pouch. Start writing your memoirs this summer with elegant flair!
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Used Books Out of the Cellar
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 This cart has magical powers. Well, maybe not totally magical, but I can't tell you the number of serendipitous moments I have witnessed with customers finding just the book they had been looking for - that had slipped their mind. Come by and take a look and you may find an unexpected treasure. The cart just works that way!
"I do love secondhand books that open to the page some previous owner read oftenest." ~Helen Hanff
Trade Your Used Books:
Saturdays from 11am - 3pm
Open for browsing during regular store hours. Please note: The Used Book Cellar will not be open for browsing during author events. We will be happy to look for a title after the event and place it on hold for you. |
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 I first met Hannah relaxing with her owner in front of Starbucks. Of course, I had to stop and say hello. After her coffee break, she came in to the bookstore to visit Rebecca. Hannah is very hard to photograph - we had a lot of action shots! I think we finally captured her sweet little face, though. Thank you for coming in, Hannah!
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Wellesley Books Storytime
Storytime is held every Saturday at 10:00 am in the children's section of the store. Our children's booksellers will share their favorite books, finger rhymes, and craft activities each week, with stories based on a fun new theme. Special guest authors will also be featured throughout the year to lead story time and share their own books and art!
April 28th - Earth Day - We will be celebrating everything wonderful about Mother Earth this storytime.
May 5th - Weather (rain or shine)May 12th - Special author storytime with Jef Czekaj May 19th - We love Mom's (even after Mother's Day) May 26th - Growing Things (plants? beanstalks? puppies?)
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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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