Last Friday, June 20th, we had the honor of hosting Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton here at BookPeople to sign copies of her new book, Hard Choices. Over 1,000 people turned out to meet Secretary Clinton, who shook hands and signed books for two hours with a smile. It was one of the biggest, most successful events … Continue reading Photo Gallery: Hillary Rodham Clinton at BookPeople
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Now Hiring at BookPeople: Tech Support
We're now accepting applications for a full time Tech Support position here at BookPeople. We're looking for someone who has an aptitude for working with computers, servers, and general electronics. Ideal applicant should be resourceful, have a basic understanding of computers and networking, and be able to work autonomously. IT related education is a plus, but not required. The … Continue reading Now Hiring at BookPeople: Tech Support
What We’re Reading This Week
Steven (W.) Poking a Dead Frog by Mike Sacks "Humor journalist Mike Sacks dissects the what-if's, what-for's, who-if's, and the what-you-talking-about's of comedy writing by interviewing dozens of today's most successful, least successful, and least most performers and writers of modern laffs." Ellen The Thickety by J.A. White "I'm not done with it yet, … Continue reading What We’re Reading This Week
Statesman Selects: THE FEVER
We're happy to announce the Statesman Selects pick for June is the beautiful new novel by author Megan Abbott, The Fever, a chilling story about guilt, family secrets and the lethal power of desire amidst the fear of a spreading contagion. We're proud to partner with the Austin American-Statesman to bring Megan Abbott to BookPeople tomorrow, … Continue reading Statesman Selects: THE FEVER
Sutter’s Kitchen – VIBRANT FOOD & THE FOREST FEAST
~post by Sutterfield While seasoned Texans may rightfully point out that this past spring and early summer has been spectacularly mild and beautiful, it remains a fact that, like it or not, summer is well on its way, and with it, the heat that our beloved state is so famous for. But while June's … Continue reading Sutter’s Kitchen – VIBRANT FOOD & THE FOREST FEAST
New Release Picks for the Week!
HARDCOVER FICTION & NONFICTION Hell to Pay by Garry Disher Constable Paul Hirschhausen—”Hirsch”—is a recently demoted detective sent from Adelaide, Australia’s southernmost booming metropolis, to Tiverton, a one-road town in rustic, backwater “wool and wheat” country three hours north. Hirsch isn’t just a disgraced cop; the internal investigations bureau is still trying to convict him … Continue reading New Release Picks for the Week!
Roxane Gay: A Night of “Startling Contrasts”
~post by Katie P. Roxane Gay is both a product of her time and timeless. When she stopped by BookPeople to celebrate the release of her latest novel, An Untamed State, RGay (as she’s known on Twitter) engaged her audience in an excellent, thorough discussion that included both celebrity gossip (Solange and Jay-Z did what??) … Continue reading Roxane Gay: A Night of “Startling Contrasts”
New Release Picks for the Week!
HARDCOVER FICTION Your Fathers, Where Are They? And the Prophets, Do They Live Forever? by Dave Eggers On an abandoned military base, miles from the nearest road, Thomas watches as the man he has brought wakes up. Kev, a NASA astronaut, doesn't recognize his captor, though Thomas remembers him. Kev cries for help. He pulls … Continue reading New Release Picks for the Week!
Stephen Colbert Wants You to Make CALIFORNIA #1!
Stephen Colbert issued another call-to-arms on his show last night as he continues to wage his war against the online retailer that's holding Hachette books hostage as part of a dispute over terms. California, the upcoming novel by Edan Lupecki, is currently not available to pre-order from Amazon as a result of a dispute that … Continue reading Stephen Colbert Wants You to Make CALIFORNIA #1!
ZOOBURBIA: A Jubilee for Animal Lovers
~post by Steven W. The natural environment is inescapable regardless of how insulated we may feel in the bustling metropolis of our decidedly urban surroundings. No matter how conceptually distant our homes and workplaces seem from idyllic cascades of meadow grasses susurrating in the breeze or sun-dappled sylvan ponds buzzing with frantic activity, wildlife is … Continue reading ZOOBURBIA: A Jubilee for Animal Lovers
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