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Rainy Day Books is located in
The Fairway Shops
2706 W 53rd Street
Fairway, Kansas 66205-1705
Phone: 913-384-3126
Store Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 10-6
Thursday 10-7
Saturday 10-5
Sunday we rest and read!
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| Some of our favorite new children's books, for kids who read... |
 | | One Day And One Amazing Morning On Orange Street |
When a mysterious man arrives one day on Orange Street, the children who live on the block try to find out who he is and why he's there. Little do they know that his story-and the story of a very old orange tree-connects to each of their personal worries in ways they never could have imagined. From impressing friends to dealing with an expanding family to understanding a younger sibling's illness, the characters' storylines come together around that orange tree.
Taking place over the course of a day and a half, Joanne Rocklin's masterful novel deftly builds a story about family, childhood anxieties, and the importance of connection. In the end the fate of the tree (and the kids who care for it) reminds us of the magic of the everyday and of the rich history all around us.
 | | No Passengers Beyond This Point |
Three siblings - India, Finn, and Mouse - have less than forty-eight hours to pack up all their belongings and fly, without Mom, to their uncle Red's in Colorado, after they lose their house to foreclosure. But when they land, a mysterious driver meets them at the airport, and he's never heard of Uncle Red. Like Dorothy in Oz, they find themselves in a place they've never heard of, with no idea of how to get home, and time is running out.
In a total departure, Gennifer Choldenko tells a story of adventure and survival, set in a fantastical place with rules all its own. Sharp dialogue, high stakes, and taut action make this a book that will stick with you long after you read the incredible ending..
 | | The Door In The Forest |
At the mid point of three towns, in the center of three streams, in the heart of a forest, lies a mysterious island. Encircled by quicksand and sewn shut by vines, it is impenetrable to all but the poisonous snakes patrolling its waters. But Daniel is determined to get there, along with his friend Emily.
Emily is a bit mysterious herself. A girl who seems to know more than she can say, whose mother was taken away by government troops, and whose eccentric grandmother reads the future in her bubble bath.
Enter the soldiers. Their menacing commander is terribly interested in sleepy little Everwood. Is he searching for something? A treasure map? The island? The girl?
Roderick Townley spins a magical tale of lies and truths, of secrets kept and secrets revealed.
Sooner or later, we all must step through the door in the forest.
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| Newsletter Volume 526 | April 4, 2011 |
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Greetings!
It's definitely getting hotter! Our schedule of Author Events is heating up with a burst of new additions this Week.
We'd like to thank KCPT Public Television Channel 19 and host Fred Logan for featuring Vivien on The Local Show last Thursday. In case you missed it, the segment re-airs Monday, April 4, 2011 at 10:00 PM, and Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 2:00 PM. You can also watch it streaming online by clicking on the image below.
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Watch our Weekly E-Newsletters and our Website for the latest updates.
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 Monday Evening in Kansas City: Frances Mayes
Frances Mayes co-hosts A Tuscan Dinner celebrating the publication of her latest book Every Day in Tuscany.
This Event is Monday, April 4, at 6:30 PM at Brio Tuscan Grille.
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Tuesday Evening in Kansas City: Jaimy Gordon
Jaimy Gordon appears for her National Book Award-winning novel Lord of Misrule.
This Event is Tuesday, April 5, at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
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Maria Menounos
Maria Menounos discusses her new book The EveryGirl's Guide To Life.
This Event is Tuesday, June 14, at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
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Sapphire
Sapphire discusses The Kid her highly anticipated sequel to the bestselling novel Push, which was adapted into the award-winning movie Precious.
This Event is Thursday, July 14, at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
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Jim Butcher
Kansas City native Jim Butcher appears for the 13th installment in the Dresden Files series: Ghost Story.
This Event is Tuesday, July 26, at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
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Sam Gwynne
Sam Gwynne discusses his new book Empire of The Summer Moon.
This Event is Sunday, May 15, at 2:00 PM at Johnson County Central Resource Library.
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Jeff Guinn
Jeff Guinn discusses his new book The Last Gunfight.
This Event is Thursday, June 16, at 7:00 PM at Johnson County Central Resource Library.
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| At a glance, our complete Author Events schedule:
Frances Mayes, author of Every Day in Tuscany, appears on Monday, April 4, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Brio Tuscan Grille.
Jaimy Gordon, author of the 2010 National Book Award winning novel Lord of Misrule, appears on Tuesday, April 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Anne Lamott, author of Imperfect Birds, appears on Thursday, April 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Community Christian Church.
Wendy McClure, author of The Wilder Life, appears on Saturday, April 16, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Johnson County Central Resource Library.
Manuel Munoz, author of What You See in the Dark, appears on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 6:30 PM at Kansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch.
Kansas artist Jim Hamil, creator of Colorado Treasures, appears on Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
Rainbow Rowell, author of Attachments, appears on Wednesday, April 20, 2011 at 6:30 PM at Rainy Day Books.
Jennet Conant, author of A Covert Affair, appears on Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Jamie and Bobby Deen, authors of The Deen Bros. Get Fired Up!, appear on Monday, April 25, 2011 at Webster House Restaurant.
Gerald Blaine and Clint Hill, authors of The Kennedy Detail, appears on Tuesday, April 26, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Tom Watson, author of The Timeless Swing, appears on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Arthur Phillips, author of The Tragedy of Arthur, appears on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 at 6:30 PM at Kansas City Public Library, Central Branch, Helzberg Auditorium.
Meg Cabot, author of Abandon, appears on Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
MAY
Judith Fertig, author of Heartland: A Cookbook, appears on Monday, May 2, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Jasper's Restaurant.
Bill James, author of Popular Crime, appears on Wednesday, May 4, 2011 at Kansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch.
Kathryn Stockett, author of The Help, appears on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Wade Rouse, author of It's All Relative, appears on Thursday, May 5, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
Erik Larson, author of In The Garden of Beasts, appears on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Jen Lancaster, author of If You Were Here, appears on Friday, May 13, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
S.C. Gwynne, author of Empire of The Summer Moon, appears on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 2:00 PM at Johnson County Central Resource Branch.
Mary Alice Monroe, author of The Butterfly's Daughter, appears on Thursday, May 19, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
JUNE
Francisco Goldman, author of Say Her Name, appears on Monday, June 6, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
Tessa Gratton, author of Blood Magic, appears on Tuesday, June 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Rainy Day Books.
Emma Donoghue, author of Room, appears on Thursday, June 9, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Maria Menounos, author of The EveryGirl's Guide to Life, appears on Tuesday, June 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Jeff Guinn, author of The Last Gunfight, appears on Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Johnson County Central Resource Branch.
JULY
Georgette Jones, author of The Three of Us, appears on Thursday, July 7, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Sapphire, author of The Kid, appears on Thursday, July 14, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Jennifer Weiner, author of Then Came You, appears on Friday, July 15, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza.
Jim Butcher, author of Ghost Story, appears on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 7:00 PM at Unity Temple on The Plaza. |
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| E-Books for your e-reader from Rainy Day Books | Rainy Day Books offers you e-books through our partnership with Google eBooks. Check out featured titles below!
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Thank You for supporting Your Community Bookseller, Rainy Day Books
We celebrated 35 years of bookselling on November 4, 2010. It is a celebration of our Legacy of Literacy: 35 years of helping match readers to great books, bringing famous and soon-to-be-famous names to Kansas City, and enjoying the excitement of sharing so many experiences. Take the time to tell someone new about Rainy Day Books. Each book that you purchase at Rainy Day Books makes Rainy Day Books a place authors ask to visit, a vibrant part of Kansas City's arts community, and a bookstore where people love books enough to talk about them all day long. Please encourage your fellow readers to sign up for this E-Newsletter. We have an exciting schedule of upcoming Author Events, and this is the first place to hear about them! We also take Orders for Author Autographed Books, so your friends far and wide can share in the experience. Rainy Day Books is located in The Fairway Shops, at the intersection of Shawnee Mission Parkway and Belinder Road. Our address is 2706 W 53rd Street, Fairway, Kansas (KS) 66205. Get directions to Rainy Day Books and our Event venues by clicking here. Store Hours: Mon/Tue/Wed/Fri 10 AM to 6 PM, Thu 10 AM to 7 PM, Sat 10 AM to 5 PM, and Sundays we rest and read. When you shop at Rainy Day Books you're a part of our Legacy of Literacy for Kansas City. We provide full service, knowledgeable recommendations and priceless Author Event experiences, all at a fair price. To our customers, thank you for your support.
We look forward to seeing you soon! 
Vivien, Roger, and all of your friends at Rainy Day Books
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