Author: alisonkn

I'm the Marketing Director for BookPeople, and I love my job. I book different authors to come to the store, talk to publishers about why BookPeople is the greatest independent bookstore ever, and I also work hard at making sure you, the public, love BookPeople as much as I love BookPeople. The best part is getting to meet amazing authors, like Pres. Jimmy Carter, David Sedaris or Ron Jeremy*. My favorite books seem to vary wildly. I cannot understate how much I love Mr. Darcy, and Pride and Prejudice has been reread many times. Also, I have Harry Potter lightning bolts tattooed on my feet, and I truly feel like I should have played Hermione in the movies (even though I'm about 10 years too old). Some recent favorites are: The Story of Forgetting by Stefan Block, The Historian by Elizabeth Kostova, The Book of Lost Things by John Connolly and Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen. Also, I have a sweet hubby and super cute son named Lucas. It is widely agreed-upon (by me and my family) that Lucas is the most adorable baby ever born. *Seriously though, Ron Jeremy wore sweatpants to the store and talked nonstop about famous people who are his "friends." It was a hilarious and magical evening, and he left with a girl named Bambi. I'm not making any of this up.

Woo woo! A Contest!

There are many reasons to love Joe Hill and get ready to add another to your list. He's started the "Love Your Indie" Contest! Now, I'm sure all of you love your indie bookstore a lot. Share that love with Joe Hill and you might just win a signed, slip-cased copy of his hard-to-get-a-hold-of new … Continue reading Woo woo! A Contest! →

Signed Books

Books make great gifts. You know that, I know that, Random House knows that. But do you know what makes an even better gift? Signed Books! Check out all these books currently available through bookpeople.com that have been signed by the author! Rachael Ray's Big Orange Cookbook by Rachael Ray Arctic Drift by Clive Cussler … Continue reading Signed Books →

BookPeople Faces the Nation with Bob Schieffer

As a graduate of TCU's Schieffer School of Journalism, I know a lot about Bob Schieffer. Chances are you do too. He's been on CBS News for over 45 years, won 6 Emmy Awards, won a Broadcaster of the Year Award, hosted the CBS Evening News before Katie Couric and has hosted Face the Nation … Continue reading BookPeople Faces the Nation with Bob Schieffer →

Mexican Enough

Last year, Stephanie Elizondo Griest was all over Austin. Her fabulous book, Around the Bloc, was chosen as the Mayor's Book Club book for 2007. Thousands of Austinites read this book, if her BookPeople book sales are any indication. Around the Bloc is Stephanie's travel memoir from her trips in communist (or formerly communist) countries. … Continue reading Mexican Enough →

Is BookPeople the Best?

Voting is now open for The Austin Chronicle's Best Of Austin awards! You can vote now through Tuesday, so hurry up and get your ballot in. Make your voice heard...and remember your favorite local bookstore! Posted by alisonkn

Dan’s the Man

Photo by Rodolfo Gonzalez One of our beloved assistant manger's, Dan Nugent, was recently spotlighted in the Austin American-Statesman. Check out the lovely article, and give Dan a high-five the next time you're in the store. Posted by alisonkn

Get ready for Fall!

I always get a little nostalgic during this time of year. I think it's because I see new backpacks, boxes of crayons and other back-to-school necessities, and I have no need for them. The end of August and beginning of Fall was always a time of excitement for me, because I loved school. Yes, I … Continue reading Get ready for Fall! →