Are you coming? We'll all be there.
Teen Book Festival
Author: Madeline
I'm a general bookseller dedicated to the children's section of BookPeople. In my "spare" time, I'm the publisher/editor for my very own small press, Children's Brains are Yummy Books.
Basically, I eat, sleep, and read kids' books.
I Really Shouldn’t Tell You
Earlier today I was snooping around looking for a pencil in Topher's office, and I came across this . . . It seems that a certain Evil Alchemical Society has definitely been trying to use their chocolate to recruit from our staff, but I know the BookPeople staff has stood firm, and we are refusing … Continue reading I Really Shouldn’t Tell You
The Name of This Camp is . . . Secret
I'd tell you more, but it's secret. Ssshh.
What’s Happening in BookKids?
This month we have a bunch of cool events taking place: First off, Sylvan Learning, the leading provider of tutoring and supplemental education services to students of all ages and skill levels, will be here at BookPeople on Saturday, Sept 10 at 11AM with this Parent Workshop: Survival Tips for School Success. We all want … Continue reading What’s Happening in BookKids?
What Our Teen Interns Are Reading . . .
Our teens have been busy helping us on the floor, developing displays, and writing reviews. Here are a few of their thoughts on some of the books they've been reading: Ruby Red "Filled with many twists ,turns, and lots of humor, Ruby Red has made my top ten summer reads of 2011." To read Laura's … Continue reading What Our Teen Interns Are Reading . . .
An Old-Fashioned Hoe-Down (BookPeople Style)
When: August 20 @ 2PM Where: BookPeople All right, so technically there won't be dancing or a band playing, but we are going to celebrate Western-style this Saturday. Jill S. Alexander is having the release party for her latest book, Paradise, and we're going to throw her a Texas sized shindig here at BookPeople. There … Continue reading An Old-Fashioned Hoe-Down (BookPeople Style)
Comic Genius(es)
Last week I told you about the very exciting Big Nate Cartooning Workshop that we're having next weekend (August 27-28). Since then, I've had people asking me: what gave us the idea to do a weekend workshop/camp? How does Topher think of these things? And, of course, the answer is: I have no idea. However, … Continue reading Comic Genius(es)
BIG NATE Cartoon Workshop with Lincoln Peirce
The school year may be starting up, but the summer fun can still continue. Join us for a very special weekend workshop dedicated to Big Nateand all things cartooning. Nationally syndicated cartoonist and best selling author/illustrator, Lincoln Peirce has agreed to join us for two days of exclusive cartooning adventures. This rare opportunity is not … Continue reading BIG NATE Cartoon Workshop with Lincoln Peirce
Where in the World Is Origami Yoda?
At least, where is he in Austin? For the past few weeks we've been asking for photos of Origami Yoda in various great locations around town. Today was suppossed to be the deadline, but the event isn't for another full two weeks, so we've decided to extend it by another week. You now have until … Continue reading Where in the World Is Origami Yoda?
What Our Teens Are Reading
Our teen interns, teen reviewers, and teen book club members have been busy this summer reading up a storm. Here's a few of the books they are recommending: Erin, age 13: The Last Little Blue Envelope By Maureen Johnosn "If you are looking for a good summer read, look no further, and enjoy Thirteen Little … Continue reading What Our Teens Are Reading
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