wellesley booksmith newsletter
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 The Pulitzer Prizes have been announced! We would especially like to congratulate local author Paul Harding, whose debut novel Tinkers has garnered him the 2010 Prize for Fiction. As often happens to such newly-lauded books, the happily surprised publisher has gone out of stock. But do not despair - we will have more copies for sale as soon as possible. Give us a call and we can let you know when yours comes in. A couple of our upcoming events have had such an overwhelming response that we have moved them to a larger venue to accomodate all who wish to attend. The Katherine Howe event this Sunday, April 18th, and the Mirielle Giuliano event on Wednesday, April 21st will now both be held at the Wellesley Free Library. For complete event information, please click on the links to the right. Looking for new books to celebrate Earth Day with your kids? Here are some Earth Day Must-Haves: Here Comes the Garbage Barge is non-fiction of the lively, memorable sort and WOW are the illustrations in this book cool! (Flip the dust jacket over to see how they were done, AND watch the uber-cool video on YouTube.) I have already heard reports of this being a great read-aloud with 5th graders. Poetrees is a grand-slam of a poetry book from the wildly witty Florian about what? Trees. Obviously. Again -- a great read-aloud. Finally, We Planted a Tree (preK - 3rd grade) is a great book about the positive impact that planting trees has on the lives of people all over the world. A complex topic is presented simply and clearly here, with bold, cheerful illustrations. Terrific!
Speaking of trees, I took the photo of the amazing flowering trees above on my way to the store this afternoon after meeting my brand new nephew. What a beautiful day for a birthday - welcome Tyler! |
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 Beatrice and Virgil by Yann Martel
Calling all Life of Pi fans, the new book from Yann Martel is out. Just like Life of Pi I read it in one sitting and just like Life of Pi I need someone to read it so we can talk about it! |
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 Thereby Hangs a Tail by
Spencer Quinn
Bernie (p.i) and Chet (woof) are just the most awesome canine/private investigator team. This time out, they are charged with protecting a prized, championship showdog. They are promptly fired, then re-hired when both showdog and owner are inevitably kidnapped. A great mystery that is both intriguing and funny - Chet gives the dogs eye view which is so entertaining. |
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 Sources of Light by Margaret McMullen
Ever since I read her first novel, How I Found the Strong, I've been waiting for the world to wake up and discover the near-perfect prose of writer Margaret McMullan. Her new novel about a girl discovering the nuanced art of photography and the nuanced emotions on both sides of the struggle for Civil Rights could (and ought to be) the book that finally makes that happen. I read this book in one sitting, and I know it's going to stay with me (for which I'm grateful). Grades 7-10 |
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 Hip and Hop, Don't Stop by Jef Czekaj
A turtle called Hip and a rabbit named Hop both live in Oldskool County and love to write rhymes. But Hip is from Slowjamz Swamp while Hop is from Breakbeat Meadow, and animals from the swamp don't talk to animals from the meadow. That's just the way it is - until Hip with his ultra-slow delivery and lightning-fast Hop both try out for the Oldskool County First Annual Rap-Off and discover that their talents are perfectly matched. A great read-aloud & the puns on names of various groups and emcees from the golden age of hip-hop are hilarious.
Ages 3-7 |
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Every Last One by Anna Quindlen
Imperfect Birds by Anne Lamott
Oprah by Kitty Kelley
The Bridge by David Remnick |
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 April is National Poetry Month. In addition to the new fabulous selections we have on display upstairs, we also have many poetry titles in the ubc. Here are some of the titles I found: Departure by Rosanna Warren
Robert Browning's Poetry edited by James F. Louks and Andrew M. Stauffer
The Dream of the Unified Field by Jorie Graham
Selected Poems and Letters by John Keats edited by Douglas Bush
Dark Wild Realm by Michael Collier
Twenty Poems to Nourish Your Soul selection and commentary by Judith Valente and Charles Reynard
Reign of Snakes by Robert Wrigley
A Shared Life poems by Katherine Soniat
Crossing the Equator by Nicholas Christopher
The Complete Poems of Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne, illustrated by Ernest H. Shepard
The used book cellar is open for shopping during regular store hours,
Monday-Saturday 9-9 and Sunday 11-6.
(The used book cellar is not open for browsing during events).
Used Book Cellar Buy-back hours this month: Next ubc buyback's will be on
April 16th and 17th from 1 pm - 4 pm May 7th and 8th from 1 pm - 4 pmMay 28th and 29th from 1 pm - 4 pm |
 Think Spring...think Mom! Mother's Day is coming up and you definitely don't want to be caught unprepared. Unique cards that are a gift in themselves, delicious chocolates from Safe Harbor Confections in Maine, embroidered hand towels stitched with "Home is where your Mom is", and lots more thoughtful, one-of-a-kind gifts. Get a recommendation from one of our booksellers for a great read for Mom and you are all set.
Thanks, Mom! |
 Now this is the only kind of snowball we want to see from now on! Snowball is an adorable and friendly 5 year-old Bichon out enjoying this sunny weather. I love his little puffball of a tail! |
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wellesley booksmith storytime happens every friday and now SATURDAY at 10:30 am in the children's section of the store.
Friday & Saturday, April 16th & 17th - GARDEN STORIES
Whether flower or vegetable, we will pull on our gardening gloves and get dirty!
Friday & Saturday, April 23rd & 24th - TRUCK STORIES
Beep! Beep! Look out for trucks both big and little - you can even bring one of your own.
Friday & Saturday, April 30th & May 1st - SPRING STORIES
Is it finally here? Yay!! Let's celebrate the nice warm weather with stories about our favorite season.
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1 You help support local author programs
We bring authors to the store, library, and your local schools at no charge, supporting authors and encouraging readers.
2 You embrace what makes us uniqueWe choose the books and gift items we carry based on our first-hand knowledge of your needs and your interests. We carry a wider array of products because we look for those unique titles and gift items you won't find elsewhere. By choosing to support locally owned businesses, you're helping to maintain the diversity and distinctive flavor of your community.
3 You nurture our community
We know you, you know us! Locally owned businesses build strong neighborhoods by sustaining communities, linking neighbors, and donating to community causes at more than twice the rate of chains. Spending locally makes sure your tax dollars are put to work right here. Locally owned businesses create more jobs locally and often provide better wages and benefits than chains do.
4 You help the environment
Local stores help to sustain vibrant, compact, walkable town centers, which are essential to reducing sprawl, automobile use, habitat loss, and air and water pollution. Buying from a local business conserves energy and resources in the form of less fuel for transportation and less packaging.
Thank you for supporting your community independent bookstore!
Sincerely,
Kym Havens Wellesley Booksmith Go to top of the page
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