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November Events:
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11/1 - Brewing Change - Bill Mares and Rick Peyser (Burlington)
11/3 - Edward Hopper in Vermont - Bonnie Clause (Burlington) 11/4 - A Field Guide to Now - Christina Rosalie (Burlington) 11/7 - Birds of a Lesser Paradise - Megan Mayhew Bergman (Burlington) 11/8 - The Squirrel Diaries - Astrid Helena Nicolay (Burlington) 11/10 - Exotic Tails - Steven Metz, D.V.M. (Burlington) 11/12 - Full Body Burden - Kristen Iversen (Burlington) 11/13 - Temple Grandin (Multiple locations) 11/14 - Power From the People - Greg Pahl (Burlington) 11/15 - Burlington: A Sense of Place - Paul Boisvert (Burlington) 11/16 - Dangerous Night of Writing (Essex) 11/16 - American Elf - James Kochalka (Burlington) 11/17 - How Does Sleep Come? - Jeanne Blackmore (Essex) 11/17 - Musings of a VT Nutritionist - Dr. Lyn Carew (Burlington) 11/24 - Vermont Wild - Megan Price (Essex) 11/30 - A Poetry Reading with Greg Delanty & Co. (Burlington)
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Bill Mares
and Rick Peyser
Brewing Change
Thursday, November 1st at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Brewing Change tells the story of Peyser's career within Green Mountain Coffee Roasters and the dramatic change that is possible when individuals fight for an equitable global community. |
Bonnie Clause
Edward Hopper in Vermont
Saturday, November 3rd at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Author Bonnie Clause tells the story of Hopper's summer sojourns in Vermont, accompanied by a slideshow of the artist's Vermont-inspired work.
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Christina Rosalie
A Field Guide
to Now
Sunday, November 4th
at 2:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Talented blogger and artist Christina Rosalie shows us how to truly experience the fabric of the here and now with her new self-help book.
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Megan Mayhew Bergman
Birds of a Lesser Paradise
Wednesday, November 7th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Bergman's collection of stories are alive with emotion, wit, and insight into the impressive power that nature has over all of us.
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Astrid Helena Nicolay
The Squirrel Diaries
Thursday, November 8th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Join long-time Vermont resident Astrid Helena Nicolay for an evening of wit, wisdom, and action-packed tales about squirrels from her adventures as a wildlife rehabilitator.
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Steven Metz
Exotic Tales: A Veterinarian's Journey
Saturday, November 10th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Dr. Metz has countless humorous and heartwarming stories to tell of his patients: circus animals, curious dogs, frightened kitties, injured birds, and sickly fish.
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Kristen Iversen
Full Body Burden
Monday, November 12th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Join Iversen for a shocking account of the government's sustained attempt to conceal the effects of the toxic and radioactive waste released by Rocky Flats.
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Tuesday, November 13th 11:30am - Ira Allen Chapel
Dr. Grandin will make three appearances in Vermont on November 13:
11:30 am - 12:45 pm: Dr. Grandin will present on understanding animal behavior and humane livestock farming at the Ira Allen Chapel on the UVM campus (seating capacity 900)..
2:30 - 4 pm: Dr. Grandin will present "Autism and My Sensory Based World" (Essex Cinema's T-Rex Theater, doors open at 1:30). This lecture will also be free and open to the general public, and is presented in collaboration with the Howard Center.
6 - 10 pm: HSCC's "Dinner with Dr. Grandin" formal fundraising event will be held at the Coach Barn at Shelburne Farms (up to 200 guests). Attendees will have the opportunity to dine and mingle with Temple, and will be treated to a presentation on creating the best life for companion animals. Dinner by Let's Pretend Catering. To purchase tickets for the Coach Barn event, please contact Megan Stearns, director of development and outreach, at (802) 862-0135 x 15
Phoenix Books will provide Dr. Grandin's top-selling books for sale at each of her engagements, and Dr. Grandin is happy to sign books following each of her presentations. Phoenix Books will donate 20% of all book proceeds to HSCC.
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Greg Pahl
Power from the People
Wednesday, November 14th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Pahl explains how American communities can plan, finance, and produce their own local, renewable energy that is reliable, safe, and clean.
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Paul Boisvert
Burlington: A Sense of Place
Thursday, November 15th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Embark on a visual tour with photographer Paul Boisvert through the four seasons in one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world.
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Dangerous Night of Writing
Friday, November 16th
from 7-9pm at
Phoenix Books Essex
Calling all young writers! Join us at the Cafe at Phoenix for a two-hour write-a-thon, with prizes given out at the end of the night.
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James Kochalka
American Elf
Friday, November 16th
at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
It's the long-awaited return of Kochalka's massively influential and deceptively ambitious graphic autobiography, American Elf.
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Jeanne Blackmore
How Does Sleep Come?
Saturday, November 17th at 2:00pm at
Phoenix Books Essex
The ideal bedtime story that explores the journey to sleep is sure to become a new classic for young readers.
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Dr. Lyn Carew
Musings of a Vermont Nutritionist
Saturday, November 17th at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Join Dr. Lyn Carew to sift the wheat from the chaff of nutritional facts, fads, and fiction.
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Saturday, November 24th at 2:00pm at
Phoenix Books Essex
Join us for a meet and greet and book signing with Vermont Wild author Megan Price! Meet the author behind two of Phoenix's bestselling books of 2010 and 2011, Vermont Wild Volume 1 and Vermont Wild Volume 2. Megan will join us for the afternoon to talk about and sign her latest collection of Fish & Game Warden stories, Vermont Wild Volume 3. Come in and have Megan personalize a copy of Vermont Wild for the hunter or wildlife-watcher in your life.
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Friday, November 30th
at 7:00pm at
Phoenix Books Burlington
Poets David Barber, David Cavanagh, Michael Collier, Greg Delanty, Major Jackson, Jay Parini and Elizabeth Powell read from Anglo-Saxon poems in translation.
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November is Winnie-the-Pooh Month!
20% Off* Select Picture Books by A. A. Milne
Winnie-the-Pooh is unarguably one of the most recognizable characters in children's literature. But how did it all begin? Alan Alexander Milne was inspired to write for children by his son, Christopher Robin, and a small stuffed bear purchased from Harrods department store in 1921. Other stuffed friends began to join them in the nursery, and since then, the popularity of Pooh has continued to spread worldwide.
*Discount only applies at Phoenix's "brick-and-mortar" locations.
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Dear Friends,
We're entering the season of Thanksgiving, and this year, we're more grateful than ever for our community. Since Phoenix Books Burlington opened its doors in May, we've had many people tell us how happy they are to have a new indie in town. We're proud to live in a community where people support independent businesses, and we'd like to thank you for doing just that, through both your encouragement and your patronage. In this issue, you can find information on November events for all interests, as well as new and notable titles for the whole family. See you among the shelves! Sincerely,
Mike, Renee, Adam, Beth, Billy, Christy, Colleen, Dan, Deb, Donna, Evelyn, Heather, Kari, Kathy, Kelly, Kit, Kristen, Leigh Ann, Nick, Phil, Rachel F., Rachel O., Scout, Sean, Tod, and Wendy
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FICTION PICKS
Secrets, Thrillers and Mysteries
It's Fine By Me, by Per Petterson
 Fans of Per Petterson's other books in English will be delighted by this opportunity to observe Arvid Jansen in his youth from a fresh perspective. In It's Fine By Me, Arvid befriends a boy named Audun. On Audun's first day of school he refuses to talk or take off his sunglasses; there are stories he would prefer to keep to himself. Audun lives with his mother in a working-class district of Oslo. He delivers newspapers and talks for hours about Jack London and Ernest Hemingway with Arvid. But he's not sure that school is the right path for him and feels that life holds other possibilities. Sometimes tender, sometimes brutal, It's Fine By Me is a brilliant novel from the acclaimed author of Out Stealing Horses and I Curse the River of Time. (Hardcover.)
Phantom, by Jo Nesbo
When former police officer Harry Hole left Oslo for Hong Kong, he thought he was there for good. But then the unthinkable happened. The son of the woman he loved, lost, and still loves is arrested for murder: Oleg (the boy Harry helped raise but couldn't help deserting when he fled). Harry has come back to prove that Oleg is not a killer. Barred from rejoining the police force, he sets out on a solitary, increasingly dangerous investigation that takes him deep into the world of the most virulent drug to ever hit the streets of Oslo (and the careers of some of the city's highest officials), and into the maze of his own past, where he will find the wrenching truth that finally matters to Oleg, and to himself. (Hardcover.)
Paradise City, by Archer Mayor (Vermont author!)
Joe Gunther and his team at the Vermont Bureau of Investigation are alerted to a string of unrelated burglaries across Vermont. Meanwhile, in Boston, an elderly woman surprises some thieves in her Beacon Hill home and is viciously murdered. The Boston police find that not only is the loot similar to what's being stolen in Vermont, but it may have the same destination. Word is out that someone powerful is purchasing these particular kinds of items in the "Paradise City" of Northampton, Mass. Gunther, the Boston Police, and the vengeful niece of the murdered old lady convene on Northampton, eager to get to the bottom of the mystery and find the "responsible parties"--although each is motivated to mete out some very different penalties. (Hardcover.)
Horse Stories, edited by Diana Secker Tesdell
Annie Proulx and Bret Harte transport us to the ranches of the Old West and Rudyard Kipling to the polo fields of India. From the rollicking racetrack humor of Damon Runyon, to the poignant lyricism of John Steinbeck's "The Red Pony," to the wild recklessness of adolescence in William Saroyan's "The Summer of the Beautiful White Horse" and Lydia Peelle's "Sweethearts of the Rodeo," these stories testify to our varied and timeless fascination with the noble animal. (Hardcover.)
The Racketeer, by John Grisham
Who is the Racketeer? And what does he have to do with Judge Raymond Fawcett's untimely demise? His name, for the moment, is Malcolm Bannister. Job status? Former attorney. Current residence? The Federal Prison Camp near Frostburg, Maryland. On paper, Malcolm's situation isn't looking too good these days, but he's got an ace up his sleeve. He knows who killed Judge Fawcett, and he knows why.
Nothing is as it seems and everything's fair game in this wickedly clever new novel from John Grisham, the undisputed master of the legal thriller. (Hardcover.)
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NONFICTION PICKS
Skulls, Style and Rod Stewart
American Phoenix, by Sarah S. Kilborne
The remarkable story of nineteenth-century millionaire William Skinner, a leading founder of the American silk industry, who lost everything in a devastating flood--and his improbable, inspiring comeback to the pinnacle of the business world. In this gripping narrative history, Skinner's great, great granddaughter, Sarah S. Kilborne, tells an inspiring, unforgettable American story--of a town devastated by unimaginable disaster; an industry that had no reason to succeed except for the perseverance of a few intrepid entrepreneurs; and a man who had nothing--and everything--to lose as he struggled to rebuild his life a second time, with just one asset to his name: the knowledge in his head. (Hardcover.)
Make the Bread, Buy the Butter, by Jennifer Reese 
Economizing by making her own peanut butter, pita bread, and yogurt, blogger Jennifer Reese found that "doing it yourself" doesn't always cost less or taste better. With its fresh voice and delightful humor, this book provides 120 recipes with eminently practical yet deliciously fun "make or buy" recommendations and a hassle-factor barometer. Here's how to pursue a homemade life--with the good news that you shouldn't try to make everything yourself--and how to get the most out of your time in the kitchen and with your family. (Paperback.)
Does This Church Make Me Look Fat?, by Rhoda Janzen 
At the end of her bestselling memoir Mennonite in a Little Black Dress, Janzen had reconnected with her family and her roots, though her future felt uncertain. But when she starts dating a churchgoer, this skeptic begins a surprising journey to faith and love. Does This Church Make Me Look Fat? is for people who have a problem with organized religion, but can't quite dismiss the notion of God, and for those who secretly sing hymns in their cars, but prefer a nice mimosa brunch to church. This is the story of what it means to find joy in love, comfort in prayer, and--surprisingly--faith in a big-hearted God. (Hardcover.)
The End of Your Life Book Club, by Will Schwalbe 
This is the inspiring true story of a son and his mother, who start a "book club" that brings them together as her life comes to a close. Over the next two years, Will and Mary Anne carry on conversations that are both wide-ranging and deeply personal, prompted by an eclectic array of books and a shared passion for reading. Throughout, they are constantly reminded of the power of books to comfort us, astonish us, teach us, and tell us what we need to do with our lives and in the world. The result is a profoundly moving tale of loss that is also a joyful, and often humorous, celebration of life. (Hardcover.)
Unbored: The Essential Guide to Serious Fun, by Elizabeth Foy Larsen and Joshua Glenn
Just as kids begin to disappear into their screens, here is a book that encourages them to use those tech skills to be creative, try new things, and change the world. And it encourages parents to participate. Unbored presents hands-on activities that further the mission in a fun way, featuring the best of the old as well as the best of the new: classic science experiments, crafts and upcycling, board game hacking, code-cracking, geocaching, skateboard repair, yarn bombing, stop-action movie-making--plus tons of sidebars and extras, including trivia, best-of lists, and Q&As with leading thinkers whose culture-changing ideas are made accessible to kids for the first time. (Hardcover.)
Dancers Among Us, by Jordan Matter
Dancers Among Us presents one thrilling photograph after another of dancers leaping, spinning, lifting, kicking--but in the midst of daily life: on the beach, at a construction site, in a library, a restaurant, a park. Organized around themes of work, play, love, exploration, dreaming, and more, Dancers Among Us celebrates life in a way that's fresh, surprising, original, universal. There's no photoshopping here, no trampolines, no gimmicks, no tricks. Just a photographer, his vision, and the serendipity of what happens when the shutter clicks. (Paperback.)
The Big New Yorker Book of Dogs, by Malcolm Gladwell
Nobody but The New Yorker could fetch such an unbelievable roster of talent on the subject of man's best friend. For dog lovers, from the greatest magazine in the world, an oversize, full color irresistible anthology of longform essays, short humor pieces, poems, fiction, and cartoons. With a bold, beautifully designed package, this is the must-have book for dog lovers of every persuasion. (Hardcover.)
The King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion (Now in Paperback!) The trusted companion of scores of home bakers is finally available in paperback! Employee owned since 1996, King Arthur Flour is the largest single educator of bakers in the world. The company's 2003 release, The King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion, was selected as one of the best cookbooks of the year by Food & Wine, People, and many other national publications. All the bakers at King Arthur Flour work from their 12-sided post-and-beam headquarters in Norwich, Vermont.(Paperback.)
The Miracle of Trees, by Olavi Huikari
 What is a tree? Why are they so important to life on Earth? How do they eat, breathe, grow, communicate, and regenerate themselves? How many different kinds of trees are there, and where do they live? In this beautiful little book, illustrated with rare old engravings and specially commissioned drawings, internationally renowned Finnish tree expert Professor Olavi Huikari takes us on an unforgettable journey deep into the secrets of these most majestic of Earth's life forms. (Hardcover.) Rin Tin Tin, by Susan Orlean  Rin Tin Tin's journey from orphaned puppy to movie star and international icon begins on a World War I battlefield, when an American soldier discovered the newborn German shepherd in the ruins of a bombed-out dog kennel. Back in California, the dog drew the attention of Warner Bros., and over the next ten years, Rinty starred in twenty-three blockbuster silent films that made him the most famous dog in the world. One of the most acclaimed nonfiction books of 2011, Rin Tin Tin is "an unforgettable book about the mutual devotion between one man and one dog" ( The Wall Street Journal). (Paperback.) Rod: The Autobiography, by Rod Stewart  Rod Stewart has paved one of the most iconic and successful musical careers of all time. After more than five decades at its pinnacle, he is finally ready to take a candid and romping look back at his life both on and off the stage. From his humble British roots to his hell-raising years on tour with his bandmates, not forgetting his great loves (including three marriages and eight children) and decades touring the world as a solo performer, Stewart's memoir promises readers a riveting ride through one of rock's most remarkable lives. (Hardcover.)
Skulls, by Nick Mann and Simon Winchester
 Best-selling author Simon Winchester tells the rich and fascinating story of skulls, both human and animal, from every perspective imaginable: historical, biographical, cultural, and iconographic. His riveting and enlightening text provides a look at skulls in religion, art, science, and popular culture. At the center of Skulls is a stunning, never-before-seen visual array of specimens from the collection of Alan Dudley, a British collector and owner of what is probably the largest and most complete private collection of skulls in the world. (Hardcover.)
Thinking, Fast and Slow, by Daniel Kahneman  Kahneman takes us on a groundbreaking tour of the mind and explains the two systems that drive the way we think: fast and emotional, or deliberative and logical. Kahneman exposes the extraordinary capabilities--and also the faults--of fast thinking. The impact of overconfidence on corporate strategies, the difficulties of predicting what will make us happy in the future, the challenges of properly framing risks at work and at home, the profound effect of cognitive biases on everything from playing the stock market to planning the next vacation--each of these can be understood only by knowing how the two systems work together to shape our judgments and decisions. (Paperback.) A to Z of Style, by Amy De La Haye  This delightful illustrated dictionary brings together the secrets of style from the world's greatest fashion designers and their clients, preserving the wisdom of fashion's big names, from Chanel on perfume, to Dior on elegance, to Schiaparelli on hats. The charming compendium is illustrated with newly commissioned line drawings by French illustrator and designer Emma Farrarons. With timeless advice for women and men alike, this guide is essential reading for anyone with a love of fashion and style. (Hardcover.)
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HUMOR PICKS
Laugh a Little
America Again, by Stephen Colbert
As perfect as America is in every single way, America is broken! And we can't exchange it because we're 236 years past the 30-day return window. We don't make anything anymore, we've mortgaged our future to China, and the Apologist-in-Chief goes on world tours just to bow before foreign leaders. Luckily, America Again will singlebookedly pull this country back from the brink. Covering subjects ranging from healthcare, to the economy, to food ("Feel free to deep fry this book--it's a rich source of fiber"), Stephen gives America the dose of truth it needs to get back on track. (Hardcover.) Fifty Sheds of Grey, by C.T. Grey
Inspired by the popular Twitter, this is what happens when a bestselling erotic novel invades man's last bastion of privacy: his garden shed. Theirs was a happy marriage. A bit dull, perhaps. Until she read Fifty Shades of Grey. Suddenly he found his life and his marriage taken to uncomfortable new places... "She told me it turned her on to have her movements restricted when she made love. I looked around--I'd have to get a smaller shed." (Paperback.)
The Green Red Green, by Red Green  Red Green was recycling material long before the green revolution got underway. Look at the automobiles he's driven over the years. Many of those were assembled using the same basic method employed for The Green Red Green: by welding together the surviving bits of some old wrecks. This "best of" book is the resulting mass of pieces have been well-shaken into a new mix; re-edited to new levels of sharpness and hilarity, and updated. And the perfectly competent illustrations from the previous books have been replaced by much better, incompetent ones by the author, so that the look of this book very much resembles How to Do Everything. (Paperback.) Coloring for Grown-Ups, by Ryan Hunter and Taige Jensen  Two masters of offbeat humor combine the mindless fun of children's coloring books and the hilariously soul-crushing realities of modern adult life. Hunter and Jensen put their prolific creative talents to work in Coloring for Grown-Ups. The artwork may resemble that of a children's activity book, but look more closely. Offering an ironic look at the stereotypes, habits, and challenges of modern adulthood, some pages include "The 6 Steps to Abandoning Your Hopes and Dreams" and an "Adulthood A to Z (A is for Antidepressants)." Darkly humorous--and fun for any occasion-- Coloring for Grown-Ups is the perfect stocking stuffer for reluctant adults of any age. (Paperback.)
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YOUNG ADULT PICKS
Gothic Mysteries and Dystopian Adventures
Promised, by Caragh M. O'Brien
Kristen's and Beth's staff pick!
 After defying the ruthless Enclave, surviving the wasteland, and upending the rigid matriarchy of Sylum, 16-year-old midwife Gaia Stone now faces her biggest challenge ever. She must lead the people of Sylum back to the Enclave and persuade the Protectorat to grant them refuge from the wasteland. In Gaia's absence, the Enclave has grown more cruel, more desperate to experiment on mothers from outside the wall, and now the stakes of cooperating or rebelling have never been higher. Is Gaia ready, as a leader, to sacrifice what--or whom--she loves most? (Hardcover.)
Venom, by Fiona Paul
Love, lust, murder, mayhem, and high society converge in one thrilling debut. Part Gossip Girl, part Edgar Allan Poe, and wholly beautiful, elegant and suspenseful, this novel set in Venice during the Renaissance is a true romantic thriller. When Cassandra Caravallo visits her friend Liviana's crypt and finds a murdered courtesan inside, her world is turned upside down. Before she knows it, Cass is involved with Falco, a grave-robbing artist, and is on her way to discovering corruption in the elite Venetian society. (Hardcover.)
Ruins, by Orson Scott Card
 Presenting the sequel to Ender's Game. When Rigg and his friends crossed the Wall between the only world they knew and a world they could not imagine, he hoped he was leading them to safety. But the dangers in this new wallfold are more difficult to see. Rigg, Umbo, and Param know that they cannot trust the expendable, Vadesh--a machine shaped like a human, created to deceive--but they are no longer certain they can even trust one another. Although Rigg can decipher the paths of the past, he can't yet see the horror that lies ahead: A destructive force with deadly intentions is hurtling toward Garden. If Rigg, Umbo, and Param can't work together to alter the past, there will be no future. (Hardcover.)
Finale, by Becca Fitzpatrick
Fates unfurl in the gripping conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Hush, Hush saga. Nora is more certain than ever that she is in love with Patch. Her heritage and destiny may mean they are fated to be enemies, but there is no turning her back on him. Now Nora and Patch must gather their strength to face one last, perilous trial. Old enemies return, new enemies are made, and a friend's ultimate betrayal threatens the peace Patch and Nora so desperately want. In the end, are there some obstacles even love can't conquer? (Hardcover.)
The Innocents, by Lili Peloquin
 Nothing ever came between sisters Alice and Charlie. Friends didn't. Boys couldn't. Their family falling apart never would. That all changes when they get to Serenity Point. Now the two sisters have to fight to belong in a town built on secrets and lies -- and it's going to be hard to stay innocent.The Innocents is the first in a new series of young adult novels that weaves a saga of nail-biting drama, breathless romance, and gothic mystery. (Hardcover.)
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MIDDLE GRADE PICKS
New Worlds and Lost Cities
Who Could That Be at This Hour?, by Lemony Snicket
In a fading town, far from anyone he knew or trusted, a young Lemony Snicket began his apprenticeship in an organization nobody knows about. He started by asking questions that shouldn't have been on his mind. Now he has written an account that should not be published, in four volumes that shouldn't be read. This is the first volume. Snicket's tale is accompanied by illustrations from Seth, a multi-award-winning cartoonist, author, and artist. (Hardcover.)
The Hunters: Brotherband Chronicles Book 3, by John Flanagan
 The epic series from Ranger's Apprentice author John Flanagan continues, delivering pulse-pounding adventure and fun. Hal and his brotherband crew are hot on the trail of the pirate Zavac and they have one thing only on their minds: Stopping the bloodthirsty thief before he can do more damage. The chase leads down mighty rivers, terrifying rapids, to the lawless fortress of Ragusa. If Hal is to succeed, he will need to go beyond his brotherband training. He will need to challenge the pirate one-on-one, knowing only one of them will survive. (Hardcover.)
 Summer and Bird, by Katherine Catmull
Scout's staff pick!
Katherine Catmull has created a world unlike any other, skillfully blurring the lines between magic and reality and bringing to life a completely authentic cast of characters and creatures. When their parents disappear in the middle of the night, young sisters Summer and Bird set off on a quest to find them. But their familiar woods quickly give way to a new world entirely--one inhabited by talking birds and the evil Puppeteer queen. The two sisters are soon separated, and their divided hearts lead them each in a different direction. Will Summer and Bird manage to save their mother and father, vanquish the Puppeteer, and discover the identity of the true bird queen? (Hardcover.)
Keeper of the Lost Cities, by Shannon Messenger 
In this riveting debut, a telepathic girl must figure out why she is the key to her brand-new world--before the wrong person finds the answer first. Twelve-year-old Sophie has never quite fit into her life. But the day Sophie meets Fitz, a mysterious (and adorable) boy, she learns she's not alone. He's a Telepath too, who opens Sophie's eyes to a shocking truth. She is forced to leave behind her family for a new life in a place that is vastly different from what she has ever known. But Sophie still has questions: What is her true identity, and why was she hidden among humans? The truth could mean life or death--and time is running out. (Hardcover.)
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RAISING PASSIONATE READERS
Picture Books and Beginning Readers
Boot & Shoe, by Marla Frazee
 Two adorably floppy dogs confront unexpected change in this endearing picture book from two-time Caldecott Honor medalist Marla Frazee.
Boot and Shoe are the best of puppy pals who spend their days lounging on the porch -- Boot on the back porch, Shoe on the front. This is exactly perfect for them. But then a crazy neighborhood squirrel arrives . . . and everything goes topsy-turvy! Frazee brings her signature wit, tenderness, and hilarious illustrations to this tale of an irresistible puppy pair. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
The Bear in the Book, by Kate Banks
A boy's bedtime ritual overlaps with a bear's in this perfect nighttime read. A little boy chooses his favorite book for his mother to read to him. The bear in the book is also preparing for his own deep slumber, hibernating beneath the snowy landscape. Kate Banks' soft and rhythmic text is brought to life by Georg Hallensleben's strong, expressive paintings in this bedtime read that will carry young readers through the seasons. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
Skippyjon Jones Cirque de Ole, by Judy Schachner
 Come one, come all--with Skippyjon Jones as the circus star, the Greatest Show on Earth just got even better! In his newest adventure, the irresistible Skippyjon Jones swings out of his closet and into the spectacular Cirque de Ol�, where his pals, the Chimichango gang, perform feats of derring-do. Judy Schachner's vivacious art and riotous text make for mucho read-aloud fun. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
I Have A Dream, by Martin Luther King, Jr.
Beth's staff pick!
On August 28, 1963, on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial during the March on Washington, Martin Luther King gave one of the most powerful and memorable speeches in our nation's history. His words, paired with Caldecott Honor winner Kadir Nelson's magnificent paintings, make for a picture book certain to be treasured by children and adults alike. The themes of equality and freedom for all are not only relevant today, but also provide young readers with an important introduction to our nation's past. Included with the book is an audio CD of the speech. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You, by Nancy Tillman
 One of Nancy Tillman's loveliest stories, now in a board book edition. Love is the greatest gift we have to give our children. It's the one thing they can carry with them each and every day. If love could take shape, it might look something like these heartfelt words and images from the inimitable Nancy Tillman. Here is a book to share with your loved ones, no matter how near or far, young or old they are. (Board book.)
The Sandman: The Story of Sanderson Mansnoozie, by William Joyce
The second picture book in Academy Award winner William Joyce's The Guardians of Childhood series tells how the Sandman dreamed up his sweet-dreams legacy.
One foggy night, the Man in the Moon has a startling thought: When the moon is less than full and bright, who will keep children safe at night? This follow-up to The Man in the Moon introduces us to the sleepy little fellow to whom we owe many a good nights' rest, the second Guardian of Childhood, the Sandman. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
Star Wars: A Galactic Pop-up Adventure, by Matthew Reinhart
Kari's staff pick!
 Matthew Reinhart has created another spectacular pop-up book for George Lucas's epic STAR WARS movies! The New York Times bestselling pop-up artist and engineer has created a brand-new 3-D experience, packed with a variety of novelty features -- pop-ups, working lightsabers, pull tabs, and other interactive looks at the exciting and popular movies. It's a stunning book that will impress all fans of STAR WARS and give a whole new perspective to the universe. (Pop-up Book.)
Max and Ruby's Treasure Hunt, by Rosemary Wells 
This interactive picture book with lift-the-flap clues will keep fans of the bunny siblings entertained for many readings. A thunderstorm has ruined the picnic that Max and Ruby have planned, but Grandma saves the day with an ingenious treasure hunt. The clues are Mother Goose rhymes and jump-rope rhymes, and a missing word in each one leads the bunnies to the next clue, until they reach the prize, a treasure chest of gold-foil-wrapped chocolate coins. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
Penguin and Pinecone, by Salina Yoon
 Introducing a character sure to warm your heart: the adorable Penguin. When Penguin finds a lost pinecone one day, an unlikely friendship blooms. But Grandpa reminds Penguin that pinecones can't live in the snow--they belong in the warm forest far away. Though he will miss his friend, Penguin returns Pinecone to his home. And when he finally returns to check on his friend, Penguin discovers that love only grows over time--and so do little pinecones! Salina Yoon's spare text and bright, energetic illustrations bring to life this endearing story celebrating friendships lost and found. (Hardcover Picture Book.)
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LAST MONTH AT PHOENIX BOOKS
Star Wars Reads Day
Star Wars Reads Day was a huge hit at Phoenix Books Burlington!
The event included a massive craft table for the kids (think origami, coloring projects including a Yoda bookmark, crosswords, mazes, and a Star Wars-themed mad-lib), a few separate raffles and trivia quizzes (kids' level and an adult level), and character appearances by members of The 501st Legion--which is, by the way, accepting recruits. Anyone want to join the dark side?
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