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Each month I'll be investigating events around town that might pique the interest of book nerds, the literature obsessed, and those who enjoy stimulating entertainment and socializing. Not surprisingly, Austin has a number of things going on every month the BookPeople community would enjoy. October is my favorite month, and it's not just the weather... It's … Continue reading Austin Events for the Literati – October
Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo It took me ages to pick up a copy of Six of Crows, even after all the good things i'd heard about it! I'm so glad I got to it this week. This book has an incredible cast of characters, and the action never disappoints. Don't wait on this … Continue reading What We’re Reading This Week
The Hollow of Fear By Sherry Thomas: From USA Today bestselling author of A Conspiracy in Belgravia and A Study in Scarlet Women, an NPR Best Book of 2016, comes the newest adventure of Charlotte Holmes, Lady Sherlock, in the Victorian-set mystery series. Under the cover of “Sherlock Holmes, consulting detective,” Charlotte Holmes puts her … Continue reading New Releases 10/2
THE COUNTDOWN IS ON! TTBF IS ALMOST HERE AND WE'VE GOT MORE NEW TTBF RELEASES The Dark Descent of Elizabeth Frankenstein by Kiersten White "Exquisitely disturbing," raves internationally bestselling author Stephanie Garber of this stunning and dark reimagining of Frankenstein. Elizabeth Lavenza hasn't had a proper meal in weeks. Her thin arms are covered … Continue reading Teen Thursday…
The Cruel Prince by Holly Black Books with maps are (mostly) always amazing! Holly Black does not disappoint with her new novel. And her world building is saga-worthy. I am obsessed with the illustrations and all the detail that has been put into this tantalizing royal tale of faeries, espionage, and overcoming fear. —Savannah … Continue reading What We’re Reading This Week
Handcrafted By Clint Harp: Clint Harp, maverick carpenter on HGTV’s smash hit Fixer Upper and the star of Wood Work on the DIY Network, presents his inspirational memoir that celebrates meaningful work, turning your craft into a career, and recognizing the importance of the journey itself. Spanning Clint’s remarkable journey—from a childhood learning carpentry and … Continue reading New Releases 9/25
Student. Soldier. Addict. Bank Robber. Convict. All these labels describe one of the year’s most acclaimed debut novelists, Nico Walker. Written while in federal prison, Walker’s novel Cherry is a poignant, fictional account of all those things—and an important book with regards to the treatment of Veterans, mental health issues, and the addiction crisis that plagues … Continue reading Q&A with Nico Walker
It's that time of year again—Banned Books Week is upon us. This annual event celebrating the freedom to read was launched in 1982 as a response to a sudden increase in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores, and libraries. Usually occurring during the last week of September, it highlights the value of free and … Continue reading Recommended Reading: Banned Books Week
Over the next few months, we’ll be hearing from different community voices about what a Modern First Library means to them! Below, BookPeople bookseller Razieh Araghi talks about the importance of literature in translation. Read more from the series here. When I think back to my childhood, I see myself in different characters of the books … Continue reading Modern First Library: Beyond the Borders of Imagination by Razieh Araghi
THIS WEEKEND Sunday, September 23 at 2 PM Author NGOZI UKAZU speaking & signing Check, Please!: #Hockey BUZZ BOOK A Heart in a Body in the World by Deb Caletti Each step on Annabelle’s 2,700 mile cross-country run brings her closer to facing a trauma from her past in National Book Award finalist Deb Caletti’s … Continue reading Teen Thursday
