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Q&A with T. C. Boyle

On behalf of BookPeople and American Short Fiction, bookseller Liz Wyckoff recently had the opportunity to ask one of our favorite authors, T. C. Boyle, a few questions about his latest novel, the writing life, and what books he recommends for literary Austinites. Boyle will be here on Monday, March 19, 7p to speak & … Continue reading Q&A with T. C. Boyle →

The Skinny on Oher

Today I Beat the Odds, the bestselling memoir by Baltimore Ravens' offensive lineman Michael Oher, is available in paperback nationwide. Oher's making the rounds of the paperback tour and we're happy to say we'll have him here next Wednesday, February 15th, 7p to sign books. We're getting a LOT of interest in this event, so … Continue reading The Skinny on Oher →

Show Off Your Mustache

John Hodgman has quite a nice mustache. Very full, well-groomed, and a dapper addition to his upper lip. So fine is his mustache, in fact, that we've been inspired. During our event with John on Tuesday, November 8 at 7PM, we're encouraging all mustachioed individuals to enter our Mustache Contest! Co-sponsored by the good folks … Continue reading Show Off Your Mustache →

MysteryPeople Review: ‘Shock Wave’ by John Sandford

~Post by MysteryPeople Crime Fiction Coordinator Scott M. John Sandford has pulled off a major feat with his fishing-obsessed, Bible quoting Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension agent, Virgil Flowers. Originally a supporting character in Sandford's popular Lucas Davenport books, Flowers has become just as well loved by readers with his own series. Sandford's brilliance was … Continue reading MysteryPeople Review: ‘Shock Wave’ by John Sandford →