Greetings from the staff at Wakefield Books
 Summer 2014 is upon us.
Lots of events this month. Some in store, and some off-site. Graduation, Father's day, and a bargain blowout sale. Those are just a few of the reasons to visit our store this month. We will have all of the titles for the local school reading lists, the usual great selection of new releases, and bestsellers!
Thanks to all of our customers who submitted photos for our calendar contest. Your response was great and so were the entries.We'll be putting them together soon for our 2015 calendar.
(The entry above is courtesy of Joe Caparco)
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Father's Day
is June 15th
Show your love for Dad with a great gift from Wakefield Books. We've got great books on all of the subjects dads like and by all of his favorite authors. More ideas listed in the newsletter below. As always, we'll help you find just the right book to help him enjoy his well-deserved holiday.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2014!
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Graduation season is upon us and whether you're looking for wisdom or humor, our collection of titles can help with that next chapter of life.
"We Don't stop going to school when we graduate"
-Carol Burnett
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 The game of minecraft is enjoying great popularity right now. For those who are into it or for those that want to be, we've got some great titles to help you with your game.
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Combat
Handbook
(coming this fall)
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Construction
Handbook
(coming this fall)
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Redstone
Handbook
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 Last but not least, is the very popular novel written by 16 year old Sean Fay Wolfe of South Kingstown. Sean's book has been a big seller this year and we hear he's hard at work on book two in the series as well. Sean will be in our store on Saturday July 5th for a book signing from 12-2. Be sure to stop by, check out his book and say "Hi"
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Book Signing Event with Padma Venkatraman Saturday June 14th from 1-3 pm 
 A TIME TO DANCE is a novel about spiritual awakening, the power of art, love and resilience of the human spirit.
Denver Post: ...It is sure to go on my Favorite Books list. This book will definitely dance its way through your heart as it did mine.
Chicago Tribune: ...powerful depiction of a teen girl struggling to recover from an accident...
Padma Venkatraman is an oceanographer by training and a writer by choice. Her critically acclaimed novels include Climbing the Stairs and Island's End. Padma was born in India and now lives with her family in Rhode Island.
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Authors on Main
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Join the Contemporary Theater Company for Authors on Main
Sunday June 22nd @ 6pm
Contemporary Theater
327 Main St. Wakefield
 Summer of 2014 kicks off another season of Authors on Main starting on June 22 with Brunonia Barry, the New York Times Best-Selling Author of "The Lace Reader" and "The Map of True Places" (newly out in paperback). 
Her bewitching gothic novel,
The Lace Reader, has been called a "richly imagined saga of passion, suspense, and magic" by Time Magazine. It is a haunting and remarkable tale told by an unforgettable, if strangely unreliable narrator-a woman from an enigmatic Salem family who can foretell the future in patterns of lace. The Lace Reader was a runaway New York Times bestseller.
The Map of True Places
A emotionally resonant novel of tragedy, secrets, identity, and love.
The moving and remarkable tale of a psychotherapist who discovers the strands of her own life in the death of a troubled patient. The Map of True Places is another glorious display of the unique storytelling prowess that inspired Toronto's Globe and Mail to exclaim "Brunonia Berry can write, boy can she write."
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Westerly Library and Wilcox Park Event
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The Westerly Library and Wilcox Park Association is hosting a POPS PARTY! On June 21, 2014. Guests can enjoy the Chorus of Westerly and the Boston Festival Orchestra.
  Wakefield Books is a proud sponsor of this event A portion of the proceeds of ticket sales will benefit the Westerly Chorus and the rest of the funds raised during this event will support the many programs and services provided to the community by the Library and Park. The Library and Wakefield Books share a core mission - books- and to bring literature, art, learning, fun and enjoyment into the lives of everyone. We are happy to support this event for the library, the park, and the community. for more information, click here 
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Summer Reading Alert !!  Wakefield Books is on top of this year's local school summer reading programs. We'll have copies of all the school's reading lists and all of the titles as well, so
you can quickly and easily get a jump on your summer reading. Just ask us to show you our summer reading section, and you'll find your titles organized by school and grade level. Enjoy your vacation! |
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Great Books by Local authors.....
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Swim That Rock
by John Rocco and Jay Primiano
 When his dad goes missing in a fishing-boat accident, fourteen-year-old Jake refuses to think he may have lost his father forever. But suddenly, nothing seems certain in Jake's future, and now his family's diner may be repossessed by loan sharks. In Narragansett Bay, scrabbling out a living as a quahogger isn't easy, but with the help of some local clammers, Jake is determined to work hard and earn enough money to ensure his family's security and save the diner in time. Told with cinematic suspense and a true compassion for the characters, Swim That Rock is a fast-paced coming-of-age story that beautifully and evocatively captures the essence of coastal Rhode Island life, the struggles of blue-collar family dynamics, and the dreams of one boy to come into his own.
Marathon
by Kerry Sheeran
THE MARATHON follows a couple's attempt to save both their child's life and their dwindling faith. In THE MARATHON, Sheeran courageously reveals the innermost thoughts and fears of parents struggling with experiences far beyond their control. Her true story uncovers the heart and soul behind one of the world's most historic races while beautifully demonstrating the power of inner strength, endurance, and human connection.
Tied For Third (AND Still the Winner)
by A.J. Fargnoli
The author shares his story of how he got involved in music, and then his venture into the world of education. This comedic reading and sometimes teary eyed script sets the stage for the reader to imagine the settings the author has experienced. From a demeaning pius authority to silly, innocent youth and territorial secretaries and custodians, 'Tied For Third' will make you laugh, cry and smile from time to time.
Princess Bing Bong Rides a Bike
by Vanessa Paniccia
Princess Bing Bong is not your ordinary princess. She has little interest in conforming. Good hearted, but always wants to know what would happen if things weren't done the way they should be! There's nothing predictable about her! This is the third book in the series.
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Recent Staff Reads........
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Conquest: Book 1, The Chronicles of The Invaders by John Connolly.This is the story of an alien race, the Illyri, who conquer Earth for its resources and to use humans as fighters/slaves in its quest to extend the Illyrian empire throughout the universe. Of course, the humans resist through a network of rebellious cells that they believe are secure from Illyri traitors....of course, they are wrong. The story started off slowly as it follows a young Illyri named Syl who is the daughter of a high ranking Illyri official, focusing on the young alien's feelings and emotions towards the human beings who hate her. But the action began to flow soon enough as both the humans and the conquering Illyri learn that it is dangerous to trust anyone, even their own kind. This is the first in a trilogy, so be warned; it will leave you hanging & and anxious for more. -Kim
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 Suspect
by Robert Crais
Robert Crais is one of my favorite PI mystery writers. Fast-paced and suspenseful, his books are hard to put down and he makes me feel like I know his characters. This story does not have his usual duo of Elvis Cole & Joe Pike, but LA cop Scott James and his newly acquired partner, German Shepard Maggie, stole my heart while solving the mystery. James lost his previous partner, Stephanie, in a gun fight and Maggie lost her handler in Afghanistan. Neither are in a good place, but together as they solve the crime of who killed Stephanie, they learn to lean on each other, trust, and love again. Very moving and powerful for a crime mystery. Loved It!! -Sue
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by John Searles
On a snowy evening Sylvie Mason's paranormal parents were shot to death in a church while Sylvie waited for them in the car. Now she lives with her neglectful sister Rose, trying to reconcile her parents' lives and her own path as dark family secrets surface in the house where the Masons followed thier supernatural calling. A breathtaking coming-of-age story.
-Amy
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Under the Egg  by Laura Marx Fitzgerald
Meet Theodora Tenpenny, a thirteen year old girl who is struggling to hang on to the family's two-hundred-year-old town house and support her unstable mother on her grandfather's legacy of $ 463. Theo is a very resourceful young lady who impressed me with her determination and self-sufficiency. After a mishap with one of her grandfather's paintings she finds what appears to be an old masterpiece from Raphael, but she'll have to accept help from others to prove or disprove it's authenticity. Along the way she makes friends with the daughter of famous parents, a female priest, a knowledgeable street vendor and a slightly unorthodox librarian. I loved how Theo did most of her research the old fashion way with books and trips to the museum instead of reaching for the latest gadget which is what her friend Bodhi does. I enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who loves to read, solve mysteries or even loves art.
-Lisa
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What's coming in June.....
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Here's some of the titles we're looking forward to this month:
June 3rd
Mr. Mercedes by Stephen King
China Dolls by Lisa See
Smoke at Dawn by Jeff Shaara
Midnight in Europe by Alan Furst
What it Takes by Mark Heizlich
Carsick by John Waters How not to Be Wrong by Jordan Ellenberg
Written in My Own Blood by Diana Gabaldon Matchmaker by Elin Hilderbrand
Earth Makers by Orson Scott Card
Hard Choices by Hillart Clinton
The Nile by Toby Wilkinson
Scalia: A Court of One by Bruce Murphy
Animal Madness by Laurel Braitman
June 17th
Top Secret 21 by Janet Evanovich
All Fall Down by Jennifer Weiner
Long Mars by Terry Pratchett and Stephen Baxter
Silkworm by Robert Galbraith
Nantucket Sisters by Nancy Thayer
Man on the Run by Tom Doyle
Cowboys and Indies by Gareth Murphy
Among Chimpanzees by Nancy Merrick
June 24th Invisible by James Patterson Arsonist by Sue Miller Coptown by Karen Slaughter Blood Feud by Edward Klein Let Me Be Clear by Katie Kieffer Good Morning, Mr. Mandela by Zelda la Grange
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30% off select Hardcover Best Sellers Everyday
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Here are just a few this week.....
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Wakefield Mall
160 Old Tower Hill Rd. Wakefield, RI 02879
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Coming June 17th: 
A compulsively readable crime novel with twists at every turn,The Silkworm is the second in the highly acclaimed series featuring Cormoran Strike and his determined young assistant
Robin Ellacott.
Robert Galbraith is a pseudonym for J.K. Rowling ,author of the Harry Potter series and
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All remaining 2014 calendars
are now just $ 1
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A sparkling, clean fragrance that captures the coolness, clarity and purity of the ocean, Inis the Energy of the Sea is a favorite around the world. Inspired by the beauty and energy of the wild western coast of Ireland, Inis refreshes and brings a happy feeling. We're featuring the perfume as well as the lotion. 
Free samples while they last!
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Great Father's Day Titles
chosen by our staff
Leave the hammock free so dad can enjoy a great book.
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month. First off is a new series of reuseable puffy sticker books. Great story themes for boys and girls like pirates and princesses. 
puffy stickers onto the double-sided background board to fill in a story from your imagination!
