Greetings from the staff at Wakefield Books
Happy 2014 to all of our friends in South County !
And we want to give thanks to all of
our great customers who have supported us in 2013. We hope everyone's New Year's resolution is to read more great books, and that's where we come in !
January is the month people are looking to get fit and also to take advantage of some great clearance items, and Wakefield Books has you covered. Read below about what's in store this month and don't forget to print out our coupon at the bottom and save 20% on a visit this month.
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Blowout Sale
What would January be without some great clearance deals? and this month we have our annual 75% off blowout sale starting up.
These are books from all around the store that we need to move to make room for newer stuff.
Come in and check it out while the selection is still good.
All of our remaining 2014 calendars are now
50% off
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January: New Year, New You
You know the saying ......
"It's not what you eat between Thanksgiving and Christmas, it's what you eat between Christmas and Thanksgiving."
If your looking to improve the way you look and feel, we have a large and diverse collection of books on diet, nutrition, and exercise to help everyone achieve their goals.
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Praise for the Presidential Agent series !
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Great new books by Local Authors:
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Historic Rhode Island Farms by Robert A. Geake
 Dating back to the colonial era, the historic barns and outbuildings of Rhode island have withstood the test of time. From the early barnyard taverns to the modern-day horse and dairy farms, each of these buildings has a uniquie story to tell.In the mid-eighteenth century, the Narragansett planters bred horses on their farms in southern Rhode Island. Later, dairy farms sprang up across the region. Milking barns were built on the largest farms in the state, including the Theinhert Dairy Farm in Lincoln. Before the advent of electric tollies, urban barns sheltered horses early tramcar transportation. Each barn is a beloved reminder of the state's history.
Peace: Rhythm of my Heart
by Thupten Tendhar
A beautiful book of poetry and the first book published by the URI Center for Nonviolence and Peace studies. If the journey to peace in our world truly begins within each of us then finding the source of inner peace must become our first step.
"Meaningful thoughts and images are portrayed through the simplicity of everyday surroundings and experiences. Thupten follows the rhythm of his own heart beating a path toward inner peace. If you listen carefully with an open heart you too will hear the rhythm of the chant, feel the pulse in each present moment, and take another small step toward your own enlightenment. Enjoy!" - Paul Bueno de Mesquita
 Legendary Locals of Newport
by Annie Sherman
Established by Colonials seeking religious and cultural freedom in 1639, Newport has enjoyed nearly four centuries of growth-from a thriving seaport to a summer hideaway for industrial revolution excesses, from an active Navy town to a modern world-class destination for sailing and tourism. But beyond the marbled mansions and active harbor-front wharves lie legendary locals building a city of living history, education, arts, and philanthropy. And as this "City-by-the-Sea" celebrates 375 years in 2014, residents honor the diversity of the people who keep it flourishing.
Survive your Husband's Retirement
by Nora R. Hall
Written for wives of the Two Million (plus) baby boomers who will become eligible for retirement this year alone, Survive Your Husband's Retirement looks at changes in a relationship--and the errant behavior that comes along with it--when a husband retires. Replete with couple's stories, cartoons, and coping suggestions, Survive prompts women to laugh, cry, and think--and finally--take action to return bliss to the relationship.
"The book is filled with humorous anecdotes and funny moments, but importantly brings to the forefront the importance of planning and preparing for the retirement life you will live. If you have no idea what awaits you in your post employment world, you may find yourself ill-prepared for the challenges of 27/7 togetherness."
. Dave Bernard - author of "On Retirement" for US News and World Report and most recently, of the book I Want to Retire! Essential Considerations for the Retiree to Be
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Our Featured Children's Character this month is Angelina Ballerina !
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"The little mouse with big dreams"
"Angelina Ballerina" - the much loved story by Katharine Holabird and Helen Craig. Angelina is a pretty little mouse who wants more than anything else to become a ballerina. She dances all the time - even when she's supposed to be doing chores or getting ready for school. Her parents, Mr and Mrs Mouseling, are in despair - but then they think of a plan. They decide it's time for Angelina to go to ballet school - she works hard for years and years until she becomes the famous ballerina Mademoiselle Angelina!
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Recent Staff Reads........
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Graceling
by Kristin Cashore
Graceling is the story of Katsa, a girl Graced with the ability to kill. With such a Grace, she is forced to act as the King's thug and do his bidding, though she desperately wishes otherwise. When rumors of a missing queen and princess in a nearby kingdom reaches Katsa's ears she journeys with Prince Po, Graced with fighting, to find them. Graceling is an action packed fantasy with mystery, fighting, and a little romance that keeps you turning pages. I love it!
-Sarah
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A Hundred Summers
by Beatriz Williams
"A Hundred Summers" a really fun read and set in the fictional town of Seaview, Rhode Island, which is really Watch Hill and Napatree Point. A love quadrangle that goes back & forth between the early 1930's and the summer of 1938, ending with the great hurricane. Very good characters and an easy read.
-Sue
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 The Book Thief
by Markus Zusak
Narrated by Death, it tells the story of Liesel Meminger and her life in World War II Germany. Markus Zusak does an amazing job of putting the reader into this horrible time when atrocious acts were being committed and yet I found myself rushing home from work to read some more. The book had so many elements, not only war, death, suffering and terror , it also had love, friendship, loyalty and humor. As a lifetime avid reader this wonderful book was recommended to me many times by others who loved it. I gladly join their ranks and will pass it on to another book thief.
-Lisa
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Mozart : A Life
by Paul Johnson
Paul Johnson has set a very high standard with his previous biographies such as Napoleon, Darwin, Churchill and Jesus.
His newest subject is Mozart. It's a short book weighing in at only 150 pages or so, but it is an iluminating biography of the composer written with great enthusiasm. It focuses on the music, the amount written in such a short time, as well as the genius behind it. You don't need an in depth knowledge of musical theory to understand and appreciate Johnson's book and see why Mozart's music is still performed everyday around the world.
-Bob
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The Child 44 trilogy by Tom Rob Smith
Child 44, The Secret Speech & Agent 6 form an exciting trilogy that follows the fortunes of Leo Demidov, an agent of Stalin's feared MGB secret police force. Set against the grim paranoia of Cold War Soviet Union, Child 44 begins with Leo a young & faithful officer who must grapple with painful truths in his own life while trying to capture a heinous serial killer. The trilogy spans 30 years and countless thrilling twists and turns as we follow Leo and his family. Recommended for anyone interested in Soviet history, the Cold War or just a great thriller to while away these frosty days!
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What's coming in January...
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Here's some of the titles we're looking forward to this month:
January 7th
The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd
Dark Wolf by Christine Feehan
Robert B. Parker's Bull River by Robert Knott
Standup Guy by Stuart Woods
Fear Nothing by Lisa Gardner
Little Failure by Gary Shteyngart
Radiance of Tomorrow by Ishmael Beah
January 14th
Duty: Memoirs of a Secretary at War by Robert M. Gates
Mrs. Lincoln's Rival by Jennifer Chiaverini
First Love by James Patterson
Wooden: Coaches Life by Seth Davis
The Dead in Their Vaulted Arches: A Flavia de Luce novel by Alan Bradley
Loudest Voice in the Room by Gabriel Sherman
Worthy Brown's Daughter by Phillip Margolin
The Agent by Leigh Steinberg
Arik: The Life of Ariel Sharon by David Landau
Bad Wolf by Nele Neuhaus
Under the Wide and Starry Sky by Nancy Horan
Halo: Mortal Dictata by Karen Traviss
January 28th
Still Life with Bread Crumbs by Anna Quindlan
Careless People: Murder MAyhem and Invention of the Great Gatsby by Sarah Churchill
Ripper by Isabel Allende
North of Boston by Elisabeth Elo
Officer and a Spy by Robert Harris
The Guts by Roddy Doyle
Detroit: An American Autopsy by Charlie Leduff
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The first episode of season 4 airs on January 5th.
This newest book is a must-have for any fan of this brilliant period drama. Author Jessica Fellows brings both historical context and illuminating detail to what has become a worldwide hit. Well-researched, entertaining and handsomely illustrated, If you're eagerly anticipating the 4th season, or are somewhere else on your Downton Abbey journey, explore exclusive photos,interviews and behind the scenes stories of Downton Abbey as seen on PBS's Masterpiece.
Also available are two other companion volumes that contain sections on family life, society, life in service, style, house and estate, romance, WWI and of course behind the scenes information.
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The Autobiography of Mark Twain Vol. 2
His complete, uncensored
Autobiography was an instant bestseller when the first volume was published in 2010, on the centennial of the author's death, as he requested. Published to rave reviews, it captures his authentic and unsuppressed voice, speaking clearly from the grave and brimming with humor, ideas, and opinions.
The eagerly-awaited Volume 2 delves deeper into Mark Twain's life. He shares his views on writing and speaking, his preoccupation with money, and his contempt for the politics and politicians of his day. Affectionate and scathing by turns, his intractable curiosity and candor are everywhere on view.
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Guinness World Records 2014
Packed to bursting with new and updated achievements, Guinness World Records 2014 features an all-new design and more images than they've ever had before - including over 100 all-new original photographs you won't find anywhere else. New topics this year include Superheroes, Venom, and Social Networking, and feature chapters on the Circus and Dynamic Earth round off their most exciting and explosive edition yet !
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A Winter's Tale
by Mark Helprin
The long awaited film adaptation of
A Winter's Tale hits theaters on 2/14
A burglar falls for an heiress as she dies in his arms. When he learns that he has the gift of reincarnation, he sets out to save her.
Wolf of Wall Street
Martin Scorsese's newest film based on the true story of Jordan Belfort, from his rise to a wealthy stockbroker living the high life to his fall involving crime, corruption and the federal government.
In stock now in paperback.
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