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Titcomb's Bookshop
November 2010 Newsletter
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Holiday Sale!
Our annual holiday sale starts now! Starting on Sunday Nov. 1st through Dec. 24th
20% off
All new hardcover books and all puzzles, games and toys (excluding LEGO products and available in-store only).
For extra savings, check out the coupon below.
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Titcomb's Bookshop
432 Route 6A
East Sandwich, MA
(508) 888-2331
titcombsbookshop.com
HOURS:
Mon-Sat 9am-6pm
Sunday 11am-5pm
NOTE: We will be open late on Thursdays from Nov. 18th until Dec. 23rd
Open 9am to 8pm
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Annual Holiday Book Catalog
Keep an eye out for our annual holiday book catalog. The New England Independent Booksellers Association (NEIBA) sponsors a holiday book catalog every year which we send out with local newspapers.
Want a sneak preview? Click Here
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Titcomb's Bookshop
November Book Club
Tuesday
November 16th, 7pm
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For November, we will read Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier
After you hear Tracy speak on November 3rd, come to book club to talk about the book!
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Diary of A Wimpy #5
The Ugly Truth
Tuesday Nov.9th
We know that the kids are excited about Book #5 because they are already looking for it in the store! The wait is almost over. The book goes on sale Nov. 9th and will be on sale 20% off ($13.95, sale price $11.16).
Come get the book on release day and you can enter to win a huge cardboard cut-out of Greg Heffley.
While supplies last, we will be giving away a very special Greg Heffley Silly Band with every book!
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In Store Pick-Up!
Don't forget! If you want to be extra sure that a copy of a book mentioned in the newsletter is available when you come to the store, please call us or simply click on the book photo. Use that link to order a copy of the book for "In Store Pick Up". No credit card needed! We will then hold a copy of the book for you. If it's not in the store we can usually have it here in 2-4 days.
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As you know, we host quite a few author events during the year. You would think that by now we would act pretty cool about the whole thing. Ummm...wrong! We are silly excited this month to host events with Tracy Chevalier, Sara Pennypacker, Kate Braestrup, Alan Khazei, Salley Mavor, and Eric Jay Dolin. So if we are a little extra smiley when you see us, now you know why! Hope you can join us at some of these events. Christmas is coming and signed books make excellent gifts. (I'm just saying...)
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Knitting Club
Monday Nov. 1st, 2:00-3:00pm
Knitters of all skill levels are welcome to come spend an hour working on a knitting or crocheting project (or any project for that matter!). Christmas is coming..Don't you have a gift you need to be working on? Hmmm? No registration, just come!
Book Talk & Signing
Remarkable Creatures by Tracy Chevalier
Wednesday Nov. 3rd, 7:00pm
Sandwich High School Auditorium
Tracy Chevalier, author of Girl With A Pearl Earring will talk about her newest novel next week: Remarkable Creatures (which we love, by the way, and was just released in paperback, $15.00) On the beaches of the English coast, poor and uneducated Mary Anning learns that she has a unique ability to spot fossils. When she uncovers an unusual fossilized skeleton in the cliffs near her home, she sets the religious community on edge, the townspeople to gossip, and the scientific world alight. Mary soon finds an unlikely champion in prickly Elizabeth Philpot, a middle-class spinster who shares her passion for scouring the beaches. (Co-sponsored by the Sandwich Public Library. Admission $2 per person at the door.)
Would you like a little preview? Watch this book trailer.
 Book Signing
Clementine: Friend of the Week
by Sara Pennypacker
Friday Nov. 5th, 4:00-5:00pm
We are thrilled that there is a new book in the wonderful Clementine series- Clementine: Friend of the Week. Come meet the author Sara Pennypacker! Clementine has been picked for Friend of the Week, which means she gets to be line leader, collect the milk money, and feed the fish. But what begins as one of the best weeks ever may turn out to be the worst. Who knew that being a friend could be so hard? Refreshments will be served. (We will also have Sara's books about Stuart and Flat Stanley available for sale.)
 An Evening With Kate Braestrup
Beginner's Grace: Bringing Prayer To Life
Tuesday Nov. 9th, 7:00pm
Unitarian Church of Barnstable
Join us for an evening with author Kate Braestrup as she discusses her newest book Beginner's Grace: Bringing Prayer To Life. Braestrup delivers a welcoming, non-denominational guide to prayer--with examples of how, when, where to pray, individually or as a family. You may remember Kate, a Unitarian minister who since 2001 has served as chaplain to the Maine Warden Service, from her previous memoir Here If You Need Me. The talk is co-sponsored by WomanSpirit of the Unitarian Church of Barnstable (3330 Main Street, Barnstable).
 Titcomb's Bookshop Men's Book Club
Obama's Wars by Bob Woodward
Thursday Nov. 11th, 9:30am
We are starting a brand new book club for men! We will meet on the second Thursday of every month at 9:30am. For the very first meeting, we will discuss Obama's Wars by Bob Woodward. Joining the discussion by phone will be Tom Edsall, the Joseph Pulitzer II Professor of Journalism at Columbia University. Tom Edsall was a long-time senior political writer for The Washington Post and is the author of a number of books on politics in America.
Each month's book will be 20% off during the month leading up to the discussion. No registration is necessary. We hope you will join us for interesting discussions - and a cup of joe!
 Book Talk & Signing
Big Citizenship by Alan Khazei
Monday Nov. 15th, 7:00pm
Town Hall Auditorium (130 Main St, Sandwich)
Join us at the newly renovated Sandwich Town Hall for an evening with City Year co-founder Alan Khazei. He will discuss his new book Big Citizenship: How Pragmatic Idealism Can Bring Out The Best In America, the story of one man's vision of how much greater America would be if people from all walks of life joined together in a shared act of national service. Khazei is also the founder and CEO of Be The Change, a Boston based group dedicated to building national coalitions of non-profit organizations to enact legislation on issues such as poverty and education. (Co-sponsored by the Sandwich Public Library) NOTE: This event was re-scheduled from October.
 Special Storytime
Pocketful of Posies by Salley Mavor
Tuesday Nov. 16th, 10:30am
Sandwich Public Library
Fabric artist Salley Mavor will read and talk about her beautiful new children's picure book A Pocketful of Posies: A Treasury of Nursery Rhymes. The book includes 65 nursery rhymes beautifully illustrated with fabric art created from wool felt, acorns, driftwood, beads, silk flowers and more. (Salley will bring an example of her original work!) There will be activities for children and light refreshments will be served.
 Book Talk & Signing
Fur, Fortune and Empire by Eric Jay Dolin Monday Nov. 22nd, 7:00pm Sandwich Town Hall Auditorium
Author Eric Jay Dolin (Leviathan) will discuss his new book, Fur, Fortune and Empire, about America and the fur trade. The book chronicles the rise and fall of the fur trade of old, when the rallying cry was "get the furs while they last." Fur became inextricably linked to many key events in American history, including the French and Indian War, the American Revolution, and the War of 1812, as well as to the relentless pull of Manifest Destiny and the opening of the West. (Co-sponsored by Sandwich Newcomer's and Neighbors Club and the Sandwich Public Library)
 Christmas With The Mousekins
Craft and Storytime Saturday Nov. 27th, 2:00-3:00pm Children ages 3 to 7 can enjoy a storytime with the enchanting new picture book Christmas With The Mousekins by Maggie Smith. Children can make a holiday gift, sing Christmas carols, enjoy special mouse cookies and make a Christmas Tree hat to wear home!
This event is free, no registration is required.
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STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS
 From Karen: A Secret Gift: How One Man's Kindness and a Trove of Letters Revealed The Hidden History of the Great Depression by Ted Gup ($25.95, sale price $20.76)). This wonderful book combines a bit of real life sleuthing with the revelation that during hard economic times, one person CAN make a difference in many lives without expecting any recognition. A true 'It's A Wonderful Life' story...inspiring!
 From Karen: Russian Winter by Daphne Kolotay ($25.99, sale price $20.79) This is a passionate and elegantly written novel about a former ballerina star of the Bolshoi who decides to auction her gorgeous jewelry collection. While sorting through her collection, she is reminded of the heartbreaking episodes of her life 50 years ago. This novel weaves history and Russia and the present in New England along with family secrets and visually arresting writing. Recommended!
 From Kathleen:What Good Is God? In Search of A Faith That Matters by Philip Yancey ($23.99, sale price $19.19) Author Philip Yancey's newest book covers familiar themes such as grace, tolerance or forgiveness in the face of tragedy. His essays are actual speeches he gave for different audiences. What is wonderful about these speeches is that he provides his personal back story as to where the invitation came from and what he was doing at that time or how he was personally affected by the events. And even better, this book may be read in its entirety or just chapter by chapter here and there.
 From Ralph (yup...that would be Ralph Titcomb. Not a typo. This is the first review he has EVER submitted so you know that this book had to have a significant impact on him!) At Home: A Short History of Private Life by Bill Bryson ($28.95, sale price $23.16 ) At Home is an amazing history of private life over the last several hundred years. The chapter on the history of the kitchen alone is worth the price of the book. This fascinating book is so well researched that the bibliography takes up 26 pages! If you like Bryson, you'll love this one. (By the way, we have a limited number of signed copies available for sale.)
 From Vicky: Barefoot Contessa: How Easy Is That? by Ina Garten ($35.00, sale price $28.00) I could not wait to get my hands on Ina Garten's new cookbook, and it's wonderful!! I love her simple approach to cooking and her cookbooks are my favorites! The simple and utterly delicious recipes make this a perfect choice to create a easy and delicious meal for everyday or company. A few recipes I'm going to try: Baked Fontina, Roasted Vegetable Frittata, Middle Eastern Vegetable Salad, Easy Cranberry & Apple Cake and Chocolate Pudding Cream Tart!! Yum!!
 From Vicky: Six Novels in Woodcuts by Lynd Ward ($70.00 sale price $56.00) Lynd Ward is a brilliant and powerful artist. For years we have bought and sold his scarce novels for adults printed around the 1930s entirely in woodcuts - there is not one single word in the books! Lynd Ward is a brilliant and powerful artist. They are beautiful and I love the format of this two volume hardcover set in slipcase, which includes all 6 books in 1408 pages. The books are edited by Art Spiegelman, so if you'd like to read some words after you've read the stories, read his introduction and notes. This is a beautiful gift for art lovers and a great choice for some graphic novel readers.
 From Elizabeth: Revolution by Jennifer Donnelly ($18.99, sale price $15.19) In this beautifully written young adult novel, Andi Alpers, a high school senior in a prestigious Brooklyn private school goes to Paris with her father and finds a diary belonging to Alexandrine Paradis, a young actress who finds herself in the role of a companion and spy in the household of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette.Two hundred years may separate these two young women but there are many similarities between their lives as they both wrestle with challenges and difficult problems. Andi is grieving after the death of her young brother and angry with her father for leaving to pursue his career in another city. Common themes of redemption, willingness to change and music are effectively woven into this well researched story. For ages 14 and up.
 From Vicky: Llama Llama Holiday Drama by Anna Dewdney ($16.99, sale price $13.59) It is so hard to wait for the holidays to come!! Llama Llama is having fun, but Mama Llama is busy and there is so much activity! What is a baby llama to do? I laughed out loud at the really clever rhymes and illustrations. This book is utterly charming, warm and clever. As the story comes to a close, you can literally feel the warmth and love as Mama and baby llama remember the true gift of the holiday. This is a perfect book for Moms and their little ones.
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NEW TO THE SHELVES
 In The Company of Others by Jan Karon ($27.95, sale price $22.36)
Father Tim and Cynthia arrive in the west of Ireland, intent on researching his Kavanagh ancestry from the comfort of a charming fishing lodge. The charm, however, is broken entirely when Cynthia startles a burglar and sprains her already-injured ankle.
 The Pig Goes To Hog Heaven by Joseph Caldwell ($13.99) In the third book of this trilogy, and in the truly Irish sense, almost nothing seems to be over; disappeared characters rematerialize, romances that seemed dead burst back to ardent life, and even Taddy and Brid, Castle Kissane's comely spirits, find new meaning in Yogi's remark as they resolve themselves into much-longed-for conclusions. And the pig, ah yes, the pig! The pig who started it all by rooting up the bones of the past and tipping many lives topsy turvy-that pig goes wee wee wee all the way-er-home.
 Life by Keith Richards ($29.99, sale price $23.99) The long-awaited autobiography of the guitarist, songwriter, singer, and founding member of the Rolling Stones. With The Stones, Keith Richards created the songs that roused the world, and he lived the original rock and roll life. Now, at last, the man himself tells his story of life in the crossfire hurricane.
 Scorpions: The Battles and Triumphs of FDR's Great Supreme Court Justices by Noah Feldman ($30.00, sale price $24.00) Feldman tells the story of the battles and triumphs of FDR's great Supreme Court justices--four men who began as close allies and friends of Roosevelt, but the quest to shape a new Constitution led them to competition and sometimes downright warfare.
 Travels in Siberia by Ian Frazier ($30.00, sale price $24.00) The bestselling author of "Great Plains" delivers a dazzling Russian travelogue in which he trains his eye for unforgettable detail on Siberia. He explores many aspects of this storied, often grim region and writes about the geography, the resources, the native people, the history, the 40-below midwinter afternoons, and even the bugs.
 Fancy Nancy and the Fabulous Fashion Boutique by Jane O'Connor ($17.99, sale price $14.39) Fancy Nancy's Fabulous Fashion Boutique is a huge success, but it's also Nancy's little sister's birthday. And when it starts to rain, her birthday party might be ruined. Nancy knows she has to come up with a brilliant idea--and fast.
 Star Wars Brickmaster by DK ($29.99, sale price $23.99) With this book and kit, kids can create incredible spacecraft from the world of "Star Wars," or build their own unique warp-speed ships. Dynamic full-color photos combine with clearly labeled instructions, trivia, and a compelling story to make the Brickmaster kits perfect for all LEGO fans. Includes more than 240 bricks to make eight models and two figures.
 The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan ($18.99, sale price $15.19) After saving Olympus, Percy and friends have rebuilt Camp Half-Blood, where the next generation of demigods must now prepare for a chilling prophecy of their own. In a new series from Rick Riordan, fans return to the world of Camp Half-Blood. Here, a new group of heroes will inherit a quest. But to survive the journey, they'll need the help of some familiar demigods.
 The Klutz Book of Inventions ($19.99, sale price $15.99) For fans of The Klutz Enclyclopedia of Immaturity, introducing The Klutz Book of Inventions.This volume is a 200-page catalog of never-before-seen contraptions that are equal parts brilliant, useful, and ridiculous. None of them exist as actual products, but in a better world, a funnier world, they would all be household essentials. |
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OLD BOOKS
It's that time of year...when we think of Thanksgiving the whole world turns to Plymouth. So we thought we would highlight a few of our Plymouth/Pilgrim related books.
The Puritan Twins by Lucy Fitch Perkins ($6.00)
Young Puritans of Old Hadley by Mary P. Wells Smith ($45.00)
Yonder Sails The Mayflower by Honore Morrow ($10.00)
The Plymouth Thanksgiving written and illustrated by Leonard Weisgard ($4.50)
Pictures of the Olden Times As Shown In The Fortunes of a Family of the Pilgrims by Edmund Sears (1857, $20.00)
New Light On The Pilgrim Story by Rev. Thomas Mason (1920, $15.00)
Bradford's History "Of Plimoth Plantation" by William Bradford (1899, $22.00)
And just because this title jumped out at me, when you are preparing your Thanksgiving dinner you might need The Perfect Potato by Diane Simone Vezza ($4.00, over 100 recipes!)
To search our old book inventory, Click Here
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