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A graphic with a cream colored background. It says- Just dropped, with an arrow to Indie Bookstore Day Merch! It also has two tshirt mockups. ---- Indie Bookstore Day Merch Has Arrived! We teamed up with The Lettering Machine to create exclusive, super cute designs just for Independent Bookstore Day… and they’re only here for a short time! These limited-edition pieces are available now through May 11, and once they’re gone, they’re gone! Grab your favorite design while you can and celebrate your love for indie bookstores in style. Support small bookstores, and look good doing it! Get yours here: https://theletteringmachine.com/bhbkenosha/shop/home

Indie Bookstore Day Merch Has Arrived!

We teamed up with The Lettering Machine to create exclusive, super cute designs just for Independent Bookstore Day… and they’re only here for a short time! These limited-edition pieces are available now through May 11, and once they’re gone, they’re gone!

A photo of Sam, holding up the Leprechaun stamp cards in front of a bookshelf. --- ☘️ St. Paddy’s Day Fun Fest! ☘️ After the 2nd Annual Downtown Kenosha St. Patrick’s Day Parade, keep the celebration going with a family — friendly afternoon of fun right in the historic Library Park neighborhood! Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🐐 Petting Farm with adorable animals from Patch 22 Farm 🎨 Face Painting to get your best St. Paddy’s Day look in Norma’s Nook ✂️ Free craft activities like leprechaun hat making at Cut Stone 🍀 Leprechaun Hunt around downtown! Kids can pick up a Leprechaun Hunt stamp card at Blue House Books or Cut Stone Company, then explore local businesses to find the hidden leprechauns! The first 100 kids to turn in their completed card win a prize package, and all completed cards will be entered to win larger prizes! The parade ends near us around 1:30 PM (roads will be closed until then), but Blue House Books is open normal hours, so stop in to grab or return your card and join the fun! See more info here: https://www.facebook.com/share/14Z4yhj7aae/?mibextid=wwXIfr

☘️ St. Paddy’s Day Fun Fest! ☘️

After the 2nd Annual Downtown Kenosha St. Patrick’s Day Parade, keep the celebration going with a family — friendly afternoon of fun right in the historic Library Park neighborhood!

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A photo of the book, "The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru" by Olesya Salnikova Gilmore with an art print, stickers, bookmarks, a keychain, and a mug. --- Feeling lucky? 🔮 We’ll be giving away a mystical raffle basket during our event with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore and Greta Kelly on Wednesday, March 25 at 6:30 PM at Blue House Books! Come hear about the magic, mystery, and intrigue behind “The Fortune Tellers of Rue Daru”, then enter for a chance to win a basket filled with bookish goodies and surprises! Seats are limited, and you must be at the event to enter the raffle, so don’t miss this enchanting evening of conversation, questions, book signing, and a little bit of luck! Reserve your seat here: https://withfriends.co/event/27582741/the_fortune_tellers_of_rue_daru_olesya_salnikova_gilmore_in_conversation_with_greta_kelly

Feeling lucky? 🔮

We’ll be giving away a mystical raffle basket during our event with Olesya Salnikova Gilmore and Greta Kelly on Wednesday, March 25 at 6:30 PM at Blue House Books!

A graphic with a teal blue background. It also has the book, "Meet Me in Italy", the bookmark, lemon bag charm, and bookplate images. It says, Preorder Campaign. Gifts with purchase: Lemon bag charm, bookplate, bookmark. *while supplies last. A sun-soaked trip to the Amalfi Coast promises a fresh start- and reveals secrets never imagined. --- Pre-order the paperback edition of "Meet Me in Italy" by Brenda Novak (releases April 7) from Blue House Books and receive a lemon bag charm, a signed bookplate, and a bookmark! There are only 10 bundles available, so grab yours before they're gone! How to participate in the "Meet Me in Italy" Preorder Campaign: • Click the “Preorder HERE” button to go to the special listing. • Make sure you’re ordering from the page titled "Meet Me In Italy" Preorder Campaign to receive the incentives. This offer is available for in-store pickup, free local delivery, or shipping within the United States and Canada. Please note that shipped orders will be sent out after the April 7 release date! Get yours here: https://blue-house-books.com/preorders.../meet-me-in-italy-

Pre-order the paperback edition of "Meet Me in Italy" by Brenda Novak (releases April 7) from Blue House Books and receive a lemon bag charm, a signed bookplate, and a bookmark!

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!: Liza Minnelli, My Memoir" as told to Michael Feinstein in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1iqMaW6srnPtyKf0vkmLKQ Global icon Liza Minnelli shares her inspiring story: stepping out from the long shadow of a mega-star mother and legendary film director father, fighting a lifetime battle with addiction, and emerging from it all to become a once-in-a-lifetime artist. "Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!" is the autobiography of EGOT icon Liza Minnelli. This fascinating, untold story reveals the intimate truth of the only child born to Hollywood legends Vincente Minnelli and Judy Garland. For the first time, here is Liza up close: Raw, strong, sexy, hilarious and heartbreaking. Liza decided at the age of 16 that “sympathy is my mother’s business. I give people joy.” That veil of joy, however, masks a lifelong struggle with Substance Use Disorder ("SUD," which Liza inherited from her mother's branch of her family), boundless love to give and an equal need to receive it, broken marriages, multiple miscarriages, and hospitalizations—the highs and lows of unparalleled artistic success and lifelong friendships, as well as chronic anxiety and the threat of financial ruin. Despite every challenge, Liza’s is a life wrapped in laughter and her tremendous capacity to give and receive love. Today at nearly 80, she opens her heart, mind and memories, sharing secrets we never knew. Liza’s book celebrates supreme artistry and, more importantly, her human rights activism. “It’s time to tell the truth," Liza says, “and help people heal, as I have, one day at a time.”

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Best Dog in the World: Essays on Love", Edited by Alice Hoffman in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/DFe05H_njq52IhcK4pLdfw Fourteen beloved authors celebrate the life-changing bond with their canine companions in this heartwarming essay collection edited by New York Times bestselling author and lifelong dog lover Alice Hoffman. Anyone who has ever been fortunate enough to share their life with a dog knows the experience is both profound and transformative. Here, in this charming collection of essays, fourteen celebrated authors share unforgettable tales of the dogs who left their pawprints on their hearts. With contributions from Isabel Allende, Chris Bohjalian, Bonnie Garmus, Roxane Gay, Emily Henry, Ann Leary, Tova Mirvis, Jodi Picoult, Elizabeth Strout, Amy Tan, Adriana Trigiani, Nick Trout, Paul Yoon, and Laura Zigman, The Best Dog in the World captures the full range of the canine-human connection, from the joy of welcoming a new puppy to the heartache of saying goodbye to a beloved friend. A love letter to the loyal companions who enrich our lives and teach us about empathy, joy, and unconditional love, this anthology is the perfect gift for dog lovers everywhere, offering a blend of laughter, tears, and inspiration that will resonate with anyone who has been fur-ever touched by the love of a dog.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The 7 1/2 Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle" by Stuart Turton in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-Az7-_ID4T_FQquKjjdoWA THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER now in a limited-edition 7 1/2 anniversary edition with gold foil cover, Art Deco edges, custom illustrations, and exclusive new work from Stuart Turton outlining how he wrote one of the most mind-bending mysteries of all time. The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle is a breathlessly addictive mystery that follows one man's race to find a killer, with an astonishing time-turning twist that means nothing and no one are quite what they seem. Aiden Bishop knows the rules. Evelyn Hardcastle will die every day until he can identify her killer and break the cycle. But every time the day begins again, Aiden wakes up in the body of a different guest at Blackheath Manor. And some of his hosts are more helpful than others. With a locked-room mystery that Agatha Christie would envy, Stuart Turton unfurls a breakneck novel of intrigue and suspense. International bestselling author Stuart Turton delivers inventive twists in a thriller of such unexpected creativity it will leave readers guessing until the very last page.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "How to Survive in the Woods" by Kat Rosenfield in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQfU6-tykoT8kQ "Wild" meets "The Wife Between Us" in this page-turning thriller, set in Maine's Hundred Mile Wilderness—the treacherous final stretch of the storied Appalachian Trail—an addictive tale of passion, betrayal, control, and what it means to survive. Raised by a doomsday prepper and hardened by the startup world, Emma Sharp has learned how to endure—especially in her marriage to Logan Grant, a charismatic tyrant who keeps her under tight control. To Emma, her marriage is a cage: it keeps you in, but it also keeps you safe. Until it doesn't. When Emma forms an unexpected bond with Logan’s former girlfriend, the two women form a plan to help Emma take her life back. Destination: the punishing final stretch of the Appalachian Trail known as the Hundred Mile Wilderness. After all, bad things happen in the woods all the time. As the three venture deeper into Maine’s backcountry, desire and dread curdle into something unpredictable, dark, and deadly. Someone is lying. Someone is watching. And in the remote heart of the forest, someone is about to be lost . . . or found. "How to Survive in the Woods" is a heart-stopping knockout of a novel, by turns smart, psychologically rich, and deliciously dark. In her masterful hands, Kat Rosenfield asks us to consider what it means to be a survivor—and what, or who, you would sacrifice to stay alive.

#NewReleaseTuesday continues with more great reads 🎭🦮🪦🌲

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Whidbey" by T Kira Madden in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/Vus7kAU5V3U4vqNRhVudVA A portrait of three women connected through one man in the aftermath of his murder—a stunning literary achievement and the explosive and highly anticipated debut novel from beloved award-winning memoirist T Kira Madden. Presented as a multicast recording, this production brings each voice vividly to life, deepening the novel’s exploration of varied perspectives and interconnected lives. Birdie Chang didn’t know anything about Whidbey Island when she chose it, only that it was about as far away as she could get from her own life. She’s a woman on the run, desperate for an escape from the headlines back home and the look of concern in her girlfriend’s eyes—and from Calvin Boyer, the man who abused her as a child and who’s now resurfaced. On her way, she has an unnerving encounter with a stranger on the ferry who offers her a proposition, a sinister solution and plan for revenge. But Birdie isn’t the only girl Calvin harmed back then. There’s also Linzie King, a former reality TV star who recently wrote all about it in her bestselling memoir. Though the two women have never met, their stories intertwine. Once Birdie arrives on Whidbey, she finally cracks the book’s spine, only to find too much she recognizes in its pages. Soon after, on the other side of the country, Calvin’s loving mother, Mary-Beth, receives a shocking phone call from the police: her only son has been murdered. Calvin’s death sets into motion a series of events that sends each woman on a desperate search for answers. A complex whodunit told from alternating points of view, Whidbey is searingly perceptive and astonishingly original. Exploring the long reach of violence and our flawed systems of incarceration and rehabilitation, this is a tense and provocative debut that’s sure to incite crucial questions about the pursuit …

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Partially Devoured" by Daniel Krause in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/bpbaCfxrCRYAKA9gFFSyCw The New York Times bestselling author of "Whalefall" and "Angel Down" dives into a horror movie classic to examine his favorite film’s importance to our history, culture, and psychology—a perfect blend of research and memoir for fans of the movie, the genre, and beyond Daniel Kraus first saw George A. Romero’s Night of the Living Dead when he was five years old. Through watching it approximately three hundred times since, Kraus discovered the many ways the film is tied to his childhood trauma and how its influence has carried into his adulthood. He couldn’t help but wonder: Are there other admirers of the film out there who feel the same? Partially Devoured uses a frame-by-frame deep dive into Night of the Living Dead to produce a kaleidoscopic cultural investigation of the film’s importance and to examine the author’s early life of rural isolation and local violence. Careening from film analysis to rabbit-hole tangents, "Partially Devoured" will take readers from screaming laughter to the depths of grief, all while illustrating how a beloved genre film has woven itself into so many facets of our lives.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Judy Blume: A Life" by Mark Oppenheimer in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/ZoOPMvNQhqZ-usTmFqGKmg The highly anticipated biography of one of the world’s most treasured literary voices, showcasing a life as triumphant and inspiring as the stories she crafted. To know the name Judy Blume is to know and love literature. Her influential novels turned classics—including Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret; Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing; Deenie; and Summer Sisters—touched the lives of tens of millions of readers. For more than fifty-five years her work has done something revolutionary: it rewired the world’s expectations of what literature for young people can be—frank, candid, earthy, and unafraid to show the messier sides of humanity. But little is known about the real woman behind the iconic persona, and the unlikely journey of her literary ascension, until now. In Judy Blume, journalist, historian, and longtime Blume aficionado Mark Oppenheimer pens a beautiful, multidimensional portrait of the acclaimed author through extensive interviews with Blume herself, invaluable access to her papers and correspondence, and thoughtful analysis of Blume’s beloved novels, including early, unpublished works that shed light on the pathbreaking writer she would become. Oppenheimer goes deep, exploring Blume’s middle-class 1950s upbringing, complicated childhood, varied relationships and marriages, unabashed sexual experiences, bouts of heartache and loss, and enduring legacy as a champion of free speech and contemporary literature. Oppenheimer peels back the curtain to reveal the woman behind the literary empire in all her complex, multifaceted glory—a true gift for anyone who grew up reading and loving these extraordinary books.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Demon of Unrest" by Erik Larson in front of a statement wall of books in frames. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/rZT5HAYCeadbEDPy8PQYrQ On November 6, 1860, Abraham Lincoln became the fluky victor in a tight race for president. The country was bitterly at odds; Southern extremists were moving ever closer to destroying the Union, with one state after another seceding and Lincoln powerless to stop them. Slavery fueled the conflict, but somehow the passions of North and South came to focus on a lonely federal fortress in Charleston Harbor: Fort Sumter. Master storyteller Erik Larson offers a gripping account of the chaotic months between Lincoln’s election and the Confederacy’s shelling of Sumter—a period marked by tragic errors and miscommunications, enflamed egos and craven ambitions, personal tragedies and betrayals. Lincoln himself wrote that the trials of these five months were “so great that, could I have anticipated them, I would not have believed it possible to survive them.” At the heart of this suspense-filled narrative are Major Robert Anderson, Sumter’s commander and a former slave owner sympathetic to the South but loyal to the Union; Edmund Ruffin, a vain and bloodthirsty radical who stirs secessionist ardor at every opportunity; and Mary Boykin Chesnut, wife of a prominent planter, conflicted over both marriage and slavery and seeing parallels between them. In the middle of it all is the overwhelmed Lincoln, battling with his duplicitous secretary of state, William Seward, as he tries desperately to avert a war that he fears is inevitable—one that will eventually kill 750,000 Americans. Drawing on diaries, secret communiques, slave ledgers, and plantation records, Larson gives us a political horror story that captures the forces that led America to the brink—a dark reminder that we often don’t see a cataclysm coming until it’s too late. AWARDS • 2025 Libby Book Award - Book of the Year - Adult Nonf…

Happy #NewReleaseTuesday, book lovers. We’re back this week with another outstanding lineup (and there’s more where that came from, so keep an eye out on posts!)
Browse books in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

A brightly colored, 80s inspired graphic for the preorder campaign of "American Fantasy" by Emma Straub. It says, Preorder AMERICAN FANTASY from participating independent bookstores to receive an exclusive, custom fanny pack! *while supplies last.

Pre-order "American Fantasy" by Emma Straub (releases April 7) from Blue House Books and receive a signed hardcover edition plus an exclusive fanny pack!

Only a handful of bundles are available, so grab one while supplies last.

Link: blue-house-books.com/preorders-ex...

A photo of all the authors holding up their books with our moderator, Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library to the right. The authors in order from left to right are, David Ferraro, Akana Phenix, Alexis Henderson, and D. L. Taylor.

A photo of the authors chatting all things YA Fantasy in front of an audience.

A photo of the signing line at the end of the event where people were able to get their books signed by all the authors.

What a fun night! Our “Witches, Magic, and Wonder” event brought together a fantastic panel with Alexis Henderson, Akana Phenix, David Ferraro, and D. L. Taylor, hosted by Megan Nigh from the KPL. Between the lively discussion, audience Q&A, mocktails from The Sipster!, it was a magical evening!

A graphic with a light pink background, the book, "Should Have Told You Sooner" by Jane Ward, and the author photo of Jane. It also says, Meet & Greet with Jane Ward. Saturday, April 4th, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blue House Books. --- When Noel Enfield is offered a secondment at a museum in London, it’s a chance for her career aspirations to finally come to fruition—but also leads to the opening of some old wounds—in this story of art, love lost, and second chances, perfect for fans of David Nicholls and Claire Lombardo. Stop by Blue House Books on Saturday, April 4 from 11AM–2PM to meet author Jane Ward! Jane will be hanging out in the store chatting with readers and signing books, so feel free to drop in anytime during the event to say hello and get your copy signed. No ticket required, just swing by! RSVP if you’d like event reminders and updates here:https://withfriends.co/event/27679264/meet_and_greet_with_jane_ward

When Noel Enfield is offered a secondment at a museum in London, it’s a chance for her career aspirations to finally come to fruition—but also leads to the opening of some old wounds—

Stop by Blue House Books on Saturday, April 4 from 11AM–2PM to meet author Jane Ward!

A graphic with a pink and white background and a cream color in the center. It has two illustrated ladies sitting at a table in the center. It also says- Read the Room: A Benefit for Women & Children's Horizons. Thursday, March 26th at 6 p.m. Blue House Books. Donation Required. It also has the logos of Blue House Books, Women and Children's Horizons, and the Sister Mobile Bars. --- Ladies’ night at Blue House Books! ✨ Join us Thursday, March 26 from 6–8PM for Read the Room, a fun evening of community, connection, and a little speed-friending (think speed dating, but for finding your new bestie). Enjoy snacks and refreshments, crafts, games, friendship bracelets, raffle baskets, and a chance to meet some amazing women in our new event space! Best of all, every ticket supports Women & Children’s Horizons, with 100% of ticket proceeds going directly to the organization, plus 10% of bookstore sales during the event donated as well. Tickets are a $10 donation benefiting Women & Children’s Horizons! Get yours here:https://withfriends.co/event/27635079/read_the_room_a_benefit_for_women_and_childrens_horizons

Ladies’ night at Blue House Books! ✨

Join us Thursday, March 26 from 6–8PM for Read the Room, a fun evening of community, connection, and a little speed-friending (think speed dating, but for finding your new bestie).

#benefitevent #indiebookstore

A photo of Sam, the owner of BHB, holding up "The Amalfi Curse" and "The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner in front of a bookshelf. --- We are so excited to welcome New York Times and internationally bestselling author Sarah Penner to Kenosha for not one, but two special events on Thursday, April 9! Known for “The Lost Apothecary” and “The London Séance Society”, Sarah will be celebrating the paperback release of her newest novel, “The Amalfi Curse” — a sweeping adventure of history, mystery, and the high seas. Start the day with our VIP Luncheon in partnership with the Kenosha Women’s Network, featuring a delicious catered meal, a chance to hear Sarah speak up close about the book, and a special gift along with your beautiful paperback edition (gold foil + sprayed edges!). Also, join us that evening at historic Kemper Center for Sarah’s main event presentation, where she’ll discuss the inspiration behind “The Amalfi Curse”, answer audience questions, and sign books! Two opportunities to meet an incredible bestselling author right here in Kenosha. We can’t wait to celebrate this amazing release together! Get your tickets to the luncheon here: https://withfriends.co/event/27617265/vip_luncheon_with_sarah_penner Evening event here: https://withfriends.co/event/27617214/sarah_penner_in_kenosha

We are so excited to welcome NYT & internationally bestselling author Sarah Penner to Kenosha for not one, but two special events on April 9th!

Known for “The Lost Apothecary” and “The London Séance Society”, Sarah will be celebrating the paperback release of her newest novel, “The Amalfi Curse”

A graphic with a cream colored background and it says- BLUE HOUSE BOOKS PRESENTS: INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY! Saturday, April 25th, 10 am to 5 pm at Blue House Books. SAVE THE DATE! Shopping | Deals | Giveaways | Author Appearances. --- 📚 SAVE THE DATE 📚 Our favorite day of the year is almost here! Join us Saturday, April 25 from 10AM–5PM as we celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Blue House Books. This national celebration is all about honoring locally owned bookstores, and we’re throwing a full-day book party to mark the occasion. Expect exclusive and limited items, amazing deals, tons of giveaways, raffles, and more throughout the day! We’ll also have a Breakfast Book Exchange in the morning at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, plus a special Author Meet & Greet from 2–4PM featuring Molly Harper, Alka Joshi, and M.L. Rio!

📚 SAVE THE DATE 📚

Our favorite day of the year is almost here! Join us Saturday, April 25 from 10AM–5PM as we celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Blue House Books.

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A selfie of Sam, the owner of BHB, holding a cup of coffee.

A graphic of the indie-exclusive preorder campaign for "Sometimes I Scare Myself" by Jeneva Rose. It includes a deluxe hardcover, tarot card stickers, and a planchette bookmark. --- https://blue-house-books.com/preorders-exclusives/sometimes-i-scare-myself-preorder-campaign

If you didn’t get the memo, Jeneva Rose’s new book has been announced, and we’re taking orders for the indie-exclusive preorder campaign!

So why is there an image of me clutching caffeine like a life line? Bc I just got done processing 200+ orders!
There’s still plenty of time to preorder from us!

A picture of Skyler holding up the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse in the front of the bookstore.

A picture of Skyler holding up the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse and a fun, yellow branded keychain in the front of the bookstore.

A close-up photo of the keychain that has the book title on it and the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse. --- 💛 How cute is this?! Join us Thursday, March 12 at 6PM for “That’s What Friends Are For” with bestselling author Wade Rouse! Inspired by the iconic Golden Girls, Wade will be chatting about his hilarious and heartfelt new book, answering audience questions, and signing copies. And yes, everyone who attends gets this adorable keychain. Because if you’re coming to celebrate friendship, you might as well leave with a tiny reminder of it! Tickets are $34 for General Admission + a copy of “That’s What Friends Are For”, or $5 General Admission (event entry only) Grab your ticket before they disappear and come spend an evening talking books, friendship, and perfectly timed one-liners with us here: https://withfriends.co/event/27586764/thats_what_friends_are_for_wade_rouse_in_kenosha

💛 How cute is this?!

Join us Thursday, March 12 at 6PM for “That’s What Friends Are For” with Wade Rouse!

And yes, everyone who attends gets this adorable keychain. Because if you’re coming to celebrate friendship, you might as well leave with a tiny reminder of it!

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A graphic with a pink top and blue bottom. It also has the book, "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" by Darci Hannah and the author photos of Darci Hannah and Holy Danvers. It also says- BHB PRESENTS: DARCI HANNAH IN CONVERSATION WITH HOLLY DANVERS. Wednesday, April 15th at 6:30 p.m. Blue House Books. RSVP Required. --- Join us Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30PM for "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" with Darci Hannah in conversation with Holly Danvers! From the author of The Beacon Bakeshop Mysteries comes the next Food & Spirits adventure, set in a haunted Scottish castle and inspired by the real-life legend of the ghostly bagpiper of Duntrune Castle. If you love paranormal cozies or culinary mysteries, this one’s for you. Darci will be chatting about the new book, answering your questions, and signing copies afterward. It’s going to be a spirited evening in every sense! It will be a $5 deposit to reserve your seat (and that $5 can be used as store credit the night of the event)! Save your seat here:https://withfriends.co/event/27587509/a_spirited_supper_at_dundoon_castle_darci_hannah_in_conversation_with_holly_danvers

Join us Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30PM for "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" with Darci Hannah in conversation with Holly Danvers!

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Missing Sister" by Joshilyn Jackson in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/09yF5s2Zfu6iJf2Iw1yNLQ Revenge...It's all relative. Born three minutes apart, Penny and Nix Albright grew up doing everything together, close as only twins can be. But when Nix dies in a tragic accident soon after college, she leaves behind a cryptic voicemail that has Penny guilt-ridden and desperate for justice. Five Years Later Penny has found new purpose as a rookie cop. She’s working to fulfill Nix’s dream of making the world a safer place, but following that dream becomes a nightmare when she’s called to her first murder scene. When she sees the victim, she knows him instantly. It’s Danny Bowery—one of three men she’s long blamed for Nix’s death—splayed in a pool of blood outside a posh Atlanta shopping center, almost as if she’d wished it so. Stunned, Penny steps away to catch her breath and discovers a blonde in blood-drenched clothes gripping a box cutter. Before Penny can arrest her, the woman reveals that Bowery’s murder is part of a larger story that is far from over. A story about sisters. And with that, the killer disappears. Now, Penny will stop at nothing to pursue this dangerous woman and learn why she’s avenging Nix’s death. The deeper she dives into the mystery, the less clear it becomes who is hunting whom in this captivating page-turner of hidden motives and deadly consequences.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince" by Tui T. Sutherland in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/sHLPL3DeHtX6jZwxG8LRvQ The #1 New York Times bestselling series is back with a brand new tale! Discover what happens next in this thrilling addition to the Wings of Fire saga. Umber was never supposed to be a hero . . . . As the youngest sibling of his MudWing hatching, Umber doesn't have the responsibilities of his bigwings, Reed, nor the heroic destiny prophesied for his brother, Clay. He's always been content with his role as the cheerful, goofy, little brother. But when his sister, Sora, causes a tragedy at Jade Mountain Academy, Umber finds himself on the run and thrown into a whole new role--that of protector. Umber and Sora fly south in search of a place where they can live far away from other dragons . . . until a kind, hybrid dragon named Mulberry saves him from a kraken attack, and Umber realizes they don't have to survive alone after all. In fact, there's an entire community living on a forgotten island, full of dragons hiding from their own dark pasts. As the two MudWings settle into the Court of Refuge, they start to realize that nothing in this place is quite what it seems, and the protection it offers comes with a price. Even as Umber falls for Prince Mulberry, he learns he must find a way to unlock the past of this mysterious island to ensure he and Sora have a future. And when the dragons in power try to stop him, he'll have to decide what he cares about most . . . and whether he can be the hero these dragons need after all.

A photo of the book, "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak sitting on the floor of the bookstore with one copy facing you so you can see the sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/WLhu9GQ-hlMwSgNT9yTmVQ When Death has a story to tell, you listen. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement. In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of I Am the Messenger, has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time. “Deserves a place on the same shelf with The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank.” —USA Today DON’T MISS BRIDGE OF CLAY, MARKUS ZUSAK’S FIRST NOVEL SINCE THE BOOK THIEF.

A photo of the book, "A Thousand Perfect Lies" by Monica Murphy sitting on the floor of the bookstore with two copies facing you so you can see the sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/mqz1tIp0zJufNnfoLRoiDg Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover. Secrets don’t die. They just transfer schools. New York native Billie Vale arrives at Wickham Academy, England’s most elite boarding school, with a forged identity as Belinda Winters and one mission: clear her sister’s name. Isla lies in a coma, accused of killing her best friend. Billie has one shot to uncover the truth in a school built on privilege and deception. Succeed, and her estranged father will finally help her mother. Fail, and it will tear what’s left of her family apart. But Wickham’s secrets run deep, and not everyone wants them exposed. The school’s golden prince and its brooding outcast both seem to know more than they’ll admit—and both have reasons to keep Billie close. As she digs into the lies that built Wickham’s empire, she discovers that loyalty is just another currency, every hallway hides a motive, and everyone here protects their own at any cost. But someone at Wickham knows what really happened… And they’ll bury Billie before they let her find out. Perfect for readers who loved the dark social hierarchies of Gossip Girl and the twisty, secret-laden tension of One of Us Is Lying, A Thousand Perfect Lies delivers prep-school glamour, sisterly redemption, and a mystery that turns privilege into peril.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "I Did Not Kill My Husband" by Linda Keir in front of a bookshelf. --- MEET THE AUTHORS: This Friday! https://withfriends.co/event/27585667/i_did_not_kill_my_husband_linda_keir_in_kenosha --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MzsFd2u2rcP9NTgingWgig LA lifestyle influencer Cara Campbell is living the rags-to-riches dream with her plastic surgeon husband, Karl, and posting all about it on social media. But her happily ever after evaporates when she’s given a life sentence for murdering Karl during a romantic getaway. All evidence points to her, and her platform—as an unabashed gold digger—makes her look guilty as hell. Karl’s struggling business and million-dollar life insurance policy add plenty of motive. But the one thing Cara knows for sure is she didn’t do it. En route to the maximum-security prison where she’ll begin serving her sentence, the armored transport vehicle is torn apart in a horrific collision that sparks a wildfire at the scene. Desperately seizing this unexpected chance at freedom, Cara flees into the Sierra Nevada Mountains armed only with a cracked phone she found on the highway. Local sheriff Jordan Burke is first to respond and follows in hot pursuit. His desire to apprehend Cara is personal: he’s vulnerable in the next election, and a quick capture will help his chances. But as the sensational case explodes in the headlines, he finds himself second-guessed at every turn by a noisy chorus of murderinos, internet sleuths, and podcasters—as well as his blowhard political opponent. In the woods, Cara’s flight for survival becomes a journey of discovery. Who killed Karl, and why? Was her marriage built on lies? And who is she, really, without her millions of followers? As Jordan draws relentlessly closer, he, too, begins to question the truth. But to find the answers, he has to catch a fugitive …

A photo of a hand holding the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse in front of a bookshelf. --- MEET THE AUTHOR: More information here: https://withfriends.co/event/27586764/thats_what_friends_are_for_wade_rouse_in_kenosha --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/smJ8IUQprOQcPBrXDqRkMA In this poignant and hilarious story inspired by TV’s beloved The Golden Girls, bestselling author Wade Rouse celebrates love, aging, finding your people, and the art of impeccably timed one-liners. Theodore Copeland has created a fabulous life in the desert oasis of Palm Springs, where he shares a fabulous pink mid-century home with three fabulous friends: Barry, a former actor still clinging to his youth, his hair, and the memory of the dream role that killed his career; Ron, an uprooted Christian from the Midwest with a big heart but no one to give it to; Sid, who, after coming out late in life, has never found love. Teddy is the caustic, unspoken leader of “The Golden Gays”—the foursome’s monthly drag tribute to The Golden Girls. Despite their foibles and bickering, they have turned their golden years into a golden era. But the harmony of their desert enclave becomes a carousel of emotional baggage when Teddy’s estranged sister, Trudy, shows up on their doorstep, her dramatic teenage granddaughter in tow. While Teddy keeps Trudy at arm’s length, she manages to wheedle her way into the lives of the Golden Gays, until the real reason for her visit is revealed and the secrets they’ve all been keeping from each other unravel faster than a hastily stitched hemline. A novel that gives thanks to “old” friends, That's What Friends Are For proves that while family may be the tie that binds, it’s the chosen family that truly keeps us together.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Lady Tremaine" by Rachel Hochhauser in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1wFO0bDSlPjXg Twice-widowed, Lady Etheldreda Verity Isolde Tremaine Bramley is solely responsible for her two children, a priggish stepdaughter, a razor-taloned peregrine falcon, and a crumbling manor. Fierce and determined, Ethel clings to the respectability her deceased husband’s title affords her, hoping it will secure her daughters’ future through marriage. When a royal ball offers the chance to change everything, Ethel risks her pride in pursuit of an invitation for all three of her daughters—only to see her hopes fulfilled by the wrong one. As an engagement to the future king unfolds, Ethel discovers a sordid secret hidden in the depths of the royal family, forcing her to choose between the security she craves and the wellbeing of the stepdaughter who has rebuffed her at every turn. As if Bridgerton met Circe, and exhilarating to its core, Lady Tremaine reimagines the myth of the evil stepmother at the heart of the world’s most famous fairy tale. It is a battle cry for a mother’s love for her daughters, and a celebration of women everywhere who make their own fortunes.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Unlikely Tale of Chase & Finnegan" by Jasmine Warga in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1yE9orPuh4hkA From the Newbery Honor-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of "A Rover's Story" comes the deeply moving story of a cheetah who forms a friendship with a rescue dog—a bond that will change their lives forever. Perfect for fans of Katherine Applegate and Rosanne Parry. Finnegan is a rescue dog with a broken heart. Chase is a newly orphaned cheetah cub. The two animals couldn't be more different. But one day, they are brought together for the unlikeliest of reasons: Finnegan must help Chase gain the confidence she needs to perform as part of an educational program for children at a zoo. Finnegan and Chase have each suffered losses and have trouble trusting. Yet somehow, they are just what the other needs. But if Finnegan isn’t able to help Chase overcome her fears, he won’t just be letting Chase down—he could be risking his new home as well. Inspired by true stories from zoos across the country, award-winning author Jasmine Warga creates a heartwarming tale about how the power of friendship can transcend anything—even species.

Part two of #NewReleaseTuesday is here! There are many amazing new books this week, and we couldn’t be more excited about it.
Check out the new titles in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

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A photo of the book, "The Bookstore Diaries" by Susan Mallery sitting on the floor of the bookstore with two copies facing you so you can see the colorful, sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/dAfsJxDazYfkdWbiOTQVxQ This summer, the town’s juiciest secrets are revealed in New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery’s joyful and sparkling new novel Jax has a slight issue with control—as in, she needs it. Always. Too bad she has power only over the Painted Lady Bookstore, the Victorian mansion turned bookshop she inherited. No one else listens to a word she says. Her ex gets engaged for questionable reasons. Her beloved sister, Ryleigh, wants to move away to find a husband. And the handsome contractor Jax has chosen to convince Ryleigh to stay is only interested in Jax. Still, she’s living the bookworm dream—until an unhappy accident erases the names from the bookshop lockboxes where the town keeps their diaries. Which means the only way to find a diary’s owner is…to read it. As secrets spill and scandals surface, life at the Painted Lady Bookstore gets a lot more colorful and chaotic. But for a woman who’s always had to take charge, Jax will see that losing control—especially with the right wrong guy—can set you free.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives" by Elizabeth Arnott in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/BQmk5nUNoKGhSIZcTC70tw A remarkable trio whose lives have been cracked wide open by their husbands’ crimes unite to catch a serial killer in this dazzlingly captivating novel. Beverley, Elsie, and Margot are not your average housewives. They are all wives of convicted killers. During the sun-drenched summer of 1966, the three women form an unlikely friendship after the discoveries of their husbands’ brutal crimes. With their exes—some of California’s most infamous murderers—dead or behind bars, they are attempting to forge a new future for themselves. Headstrong Beverley tries compulsively to maintain control of everything around her, all while raising two children. Bookish Elsie fights to make a name for herself in the newsroom, working among men who sneer at her career goals. Glamorous Margot prefers partying to homemaking and devotes all her energy to upholding the appearance that everything is fine—anything to quell the shame from her husband’s deceit. They know people look at them and think only one thing: How could they not have known what their husbands were doing? How much are they to blame? And yet when a string of local killings hits the news, the three women—underestimated, overlooked, shrewd—decide to get to work. After all, who better to catch a killer than those who have shared their lives and homes with one? At once a riveting portrayal of shattered trust and a story of gripping suspense, The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives is a testament to the intricacies of women’s lives and how the deep bonds of female friendship can empower, uplift, and lead us to endure.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "River of Bones and Other Stories" by Rebecca Roanhorse in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/rPCoGQ_-yAVOCjyTx8EbXw A stunning collection of award-winning fantasy and science fiction short stories from the New York Times bestselling author of the Between Earth and Sky trilogy—including a new novella set in the world of Trail of Lightning. Rebecca Roanhorse’s first publication, “Welcome to Your Authentic Indian Experience™”, was awarded both the Nebula and Hugo award for best short story, and on its strength, Roanhorse was awarded the Astounding Award for Best New Writer. Although Roanhorse began to publish novels including Trail of Lightning and Black Sun, she has continued to write piercing stories that examine the American experience through marginalized perspectives. “River of Bones” returns to the Sixth World series with a novella, this time from Kai’s perspective, as he and Maggie travel back to where he grew up to save his ex from the people who almost beat him to death—his ex’s family. Based on the Tewa fable of Deer Hunter and White Corn Maiden, “A Brief Lesson in Native American Astronomy”—winner of the 2019 Ignyte award—explores the tradition of celestial-based storytelling, set in a future where virtual reality is nearly indistinguishable from the real world and celebrities can project their images into space as literal stars. “Falling Bodies” follows a young student at a space station university caught between two disparate worlds—the one he currently inhabits and the one he has desperately tried to escape—as he searches for his place in the universe. First published in Jordan Peele’s Out There Screaming, “Eye and Tooth” is a story of black horror about the hunters who hunt the monsters and the monstrous among us. Through a range of contemporary to outright fantasy and science fiction, these stories will immediately capture your attention from one of our premiere writers of speculat…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "A Far-Flung Life" by M. L. Stedman in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/DFe05H_njq7eOGWeSj3QZQ When we do something that can’t be undone or mended, how do we go on living? How do we find our North Star when there is no right answer? These are the questions at the center of M. L. Stedman’s unforgettable and magisterial new novel, A Far-flung Life. From the author of the beloved and bestselling The Light Between Oceans, this is a sweeping and epic story of a family, a tragedy, and the aftermath that reverberates for decades. Remote Western Australia, 1958: here, for generations, the MacBrides have lived on a vast sheep station, Meredith Downs. It is a million acres, an ocean of arid land. On an ordinary day, on a lonely road, under the unending blue sky, patriarch Phil MacBride swerves to avoid a kangaroo. In seconds the lives of the entire MacBride family are shattered. And then, tragedy revisits when a twist of consequences claims the life of one sibling, and leads another to give up everything for the sake of an innocent child. Matt, the youngest MacBride, is plunged into a moral and emotional journey for which there is no map, no guide. The secrets at the heart of this gutting and beautiful story force him to choose between love and duty, sacrifice and happiness. A Far-flung Life is a tale about family and belonging, fate and time. It is about people trying to do their best, and each, for private reasons, seeking shelter from the storm of life. Can a fleeting moment unravel a whole life, mar it indelibly and irrevocably? Can compassion, resilience and forgiveness allow us to come to terms with our human imperfections? These are the questions Stedman asks in A Far-flung Life, her profoundly moving, uplifting, and luminous new novel about what the heart can endure for the sake of love.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Lake Effect" by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/UhelvOrckPmazXFB1o600A From the New York Times bestselling author of The Nest and Good Company comes a wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades. It’s 1977 and an air of restlessness has settled on the residents of Cambridge Road in Rochester, New York, a place long fueled by the booming fortunes of Kodak and Xerox and, for some, the mores of the Catholic church. When Nina Larkin is given a copy of The Joy of Sex by her newly divorced friend, she can no longer dismiss the nearly nonexistent intimacy of her marriage. Just as her oldest child, Clara, is falling in love for the first time, Nina finds herself longing for the forbidden: a midlife awakening. An intoxicating fling with a prominent neighbor brings Nina a freedom she never thought possible—but also risks the reputations of both families and unravels Clara’s world, just as she stands on the threshold of adulthood. Years later, Clara, now a successful food stylist in New York City, has never been able to move past the long-ago scandal. Drawn back home by the pull of a family wedding and wrestling with her own demons, she makes a pivotal decision that turns her life upside down. Written with Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s signature humor and insight, Lake Effect is a wise and probing look at love and desire, mothers and daughters, loss and grief, and what we owe the people we love most.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Supreme Gift" by Paulo Coelho in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQfwV_QIg1Efxg Love is humankind's supreme gift, our spiritual center and our guiding light. This inspiring essay by Paulo Coelho, the internationally bestselling author of The Alchemist, teaches us how to embrace it. The Supreme Gift is an invitation for reflection, a clear and concise response to life's biggest questions. Inspired by a 19th century sermon by Henry Drummond offering a deeper understanding of love, here Coelho explains love as the culmination of nine elements, which we can incorporate into our everyday lives for an instant connection to life's most important gift: patience, kindness, generosity, humility, gentleness, dedication, tolerance, sincerity, and innocence. In The Supreme Gift, Paulo Coelho, author of The Alchemist, a fable of following your dream and one of Oprah’s “Best Self-Help Books of a Generation,” offers a real and powerful message that will help us incorporate love into our daily life and experience all its transformational power.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "When I Was Death" by Alexis Henderson in front of a bookshelf. --- Meet the author (and 3 more) for FREE: https://www.withfriends.co/.../witches_magic_and_wonder... https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/p5lAnqxqGBQEyzy_85fwXQ A teenage girl must do Death’s bidding to uncover the secrets of her sister’s disappearance in this haunting young adult novel by the author of The Year of the Witching. Roslyn isn’t herself anymore. It’s been a year since her sister, Adeline, died under mysterious circumstances, and Roslyn is still tormented by her absence. So when the elusive caravan of girls that Adeline spent her last summer with rolls back into town, Roslyn joins them to finally figure out what happened to her sister. Strange, beautiful, and intriguing, the girls are closed off from the world. And as it turns out, they’re brought together by a force more sinister than Roslyn’s nightmares could’ve conjured up: Death himself. Death has spared the girls from untimely endings, and to pay for their lives, the girls travel the country reaping souls on his behalf. Now Roslyn must decide if finding closure is worth the price of striking the same deal.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Want to Know a Secret?" by Freida McFadden in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-Az7-_ID4T-kbJVbLj8quQ From #1 internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden! Everyone has secrets. Some are worse than others. Influencer and baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she'd rather you didn't know. Like… Where did her son go when he snuck out late at night? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows? And what's buried in her backyard? April's secrets are enough to destroy her. I'll make sure of that. #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden peels back the layers of a seemingly flawless life to expose a picture of obsession, deception, and the quiet menace that waits just beyond the frame.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Star Shipped" by Cat Sebastian in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQcokwJE4utOEA Cat Sebastian’s long-awaited foray into contemporary romance! A witty, emotional, and deliciously slow burn enemies-to-lovers romance between two costars on a popular sci-fi television series. Simon and Charlie, actors on a long-running sci-fi show, can’t stand one another. Charlie is impetuous, outgoing, and basically feral, and Simon thinks he should have stayed in reality television where he belongs. They’ve spent the better part of a decade quarreling over the spotlight and pretty much everything else, and everybody in the industry knows it. Now that Simon’s contract is finally done, he can move to New York, start fresh with work he actually likes, and get away from Charlie. Simon’s only problem is that people might assume he’s been pushed off the show due to being impossible to work with. And he is kind of difficult to work with. He doesn’t get along with people—unlike Charlie, who somehow tricked everyone on the show into adoring him despite some outrageously bad on-set behavior during the show’s first season. Simon would rather never have to see Charlie again, but reluctantly agrees to stage a very public friendship during the short time before he moves. When Charlie has to leave town to deal with a family emergency, this means Simon comes along. Their road trip brings Simon to places he would never have willingly chosen to visit—and he finds he’s actually not having a terrible time. The more he gets to know Charlie, the more Simon suspects he’s underestimated his former coworker. Simon also realizes that after seven years, Charlie might know him better than anyone ever has. Even stranger, Charlie seems to be starting to actually like him, despite knowing him so well. Still, Simon is about to move three thousand miles away, so whatever’s starting between him and Charlie can’t really amount to anythin…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "A Wisconsin Harvest of Horror" by an anthology of Wisconsin authors in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/DGcrgJ08z-GL3zKbpWTRyw Continuing the Wisconsin Harvest theme, WWA brings you the next installment of finely crafted Wisconsin-themed scary stories. Whether you're a Badger State native or simply love eerie stories set against Wisconsin's haunted forests, misty lakes, or shadowy small towns, this is your chance to tremble. A Wisconsin Harvest of Horror has fifteen original horror stories that will grip your soul and linger like a fog over Lake Michigan. From ghostly whispers in Door County to horrors lurking in the Northwoods, let Wisconsin's eerie essence inspire your darkest creations-make us afraid to turn off the light!

Happy first #NewReleaseTuesday of the week!
We have some great new titles in this week, so be sure to get yours in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

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We’re officially introducing Blue House Books Memberships!

If you’re already a regular here, your membership will pretty much pay for itself — then some. And if you’re not in frequently but love what we do and want to support local literacy, stories, and community, you can make a one-time donation!

A graphic with red roses as the background and it says- YOU KNOW THIS BOOK... has the book, "An Academy for Liars" by Alexis Henderson in the middle, then says, (OR AT LEAST YOU SHOULD) at the bottom.

A graphic with red roses as the background, then it says- YOU KNOW THIS BOOK, TOO... then it has the book, "The Year of the Witching" by Alexis Henderson in the middle, and then says, (OR AT LEAST YOU'LL WANT TO) at the bottom.

A graphic with a purple background. It says- NOW, LET'S INTRODUCE YOU TO THIS BOOK BY THE SAME FANTASTIC AUTHOR! It then has the book, "When I Was Death" by Alexis Henderson in the middle. An arrow coming off it that says, A group of teen girls does death incarnate's bidding in this haunting speculative young adult novel. At the bottom it says, AND YOU CAN MEET THE AUTHOR AT THIS FREE EVENT, THAT INCLUDES A MOCKTAIL HOUR, YA FANTASY PANEL (WITH 4 AUTHORS), AND COSPLAY CONTEST! DETAILS BELOW. It also has the author photo of Alexis Henderson. --- Author of "When I Was Death", Henderson spins a haunting YA tale of Roslyn Volk, a girl desperate to uncover the truth about her sister’s mysterious death… only to get drawn into a caravan of teens bound to Death himself. Join us Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM for our "Witches, Magic, and Wonder" event, hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. Alexis will be in conversation alongside: Akana Phenix ("The Empire Wars"), David Ferraro ("A Vile Season"), and D. L. Taylor ("The Beasts We Bury"). Mocktail hour kicks off at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, plus audience Q&A and book signing! Cosplay contest included! Come dressed up, and receive a coupon! (And maybe even a prize!) This is a free event, but RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "When I Was Death", Henderson spins a haunting YA tale of Roslyn Volk, a girl desperate to uncover the truth about her sister’s mysterious death… only to get drawn into a caravan of teens bound to Death himself.

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I Did Not Kill My Husband by Linda Keir

Pub day for I DID NOT KILL MY HUSBAND! Come see us:

3/3 - Tattered Cover (Denver, CO)
3/5 - Book Cellar (Chicago, IL)
3/6 - @bluehousebooks.bsky.social (Kenosha, WI)
3/7 - @bookieschicago.bsky.social (Chicago, IL)
3/8 - @leftbankbooks.bsky.social (St. Louis, MO)

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A photo of four authors (from the left, Brighton Walsh, Flynn Novak, Nickolas Butler, and Lena Hendrix) sitting in front of the bookshelves, facing an audience, and chatting all things romance.

A photo of the authors holding up their books, from the left, Nickolas Butler, Flynn Novak, Lena Hendrix, and Brighton Walsh. --- All Things Romance was a packed yet cozy night of tropes, tea, and seriously good conversation. Huge thanks to Brighton Walsh, Nickolas Butler, Lena Hendrix, and Flynn Novak for bringing the insight! The Q&A was lively, the signing line was long, and the love for love stories was very real. If you missed it, check out our upcoming events here: https://www.withfriends.co/blue_house_books/events

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Romance readers, you understood the assignment😎

All Things Romance was a packed yet cozy night of tropes, tea, and seriously good conversation. Huge thanks to Brighton Walsh, Nickolas Butler, Lena Hendrix, and Flynn Novak for bringing the insight!

A photo of the authors, Kate Alice Marshall (right hand side, cream colored blouse) and Charlie Donlea (right hand side, dark grey button down), holding their books with the audience facing the camera.

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A photo of the authors, Kate Alice Marshall and Charlie Donlea, chatting with the audience about Kate's newest release, "The Girls Before".

A photo of the author, Kate Alice Marshall, signing books.

We are so grateful for the amazing turnout at our event with Kate Alice Marshall celebrating “The Girls Before”! It was such a special evening filled with thoughtful conversation, great questions, and a shared love of suspense!

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A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- The 5-Star Review... "One of the most unique and underrated YA Fantasy books I've ever read... I don't want to spoil too much, so I'll just say to pick this book up!".

A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- "The Hook... Deceit and betrayal abound in the dark YA Romantasy about an heir to the throne who can summon an army of animals and a thief who plans to manipulate her to pull off a once-in-a-lifetime heist."

A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- The Book! And you can meet the author at this free event, that includes a mocktail hour, YA fantasy panel (with 4 authors), and cosplay contest! Details below. It also has the cover of the book, "The Beasts We Bury" and "The Beasts We Raise", plus the author photo of D. L. Taylor. --- Author of "The Beasts We Bury", D.L. Taylor delivers a dark YA romantasy about a throne-bound heir who can summon animals… but only after killing them herself, and a charming thief sent to manipulate her for a castle heist that could change everything. Join us Thursday, March 5th at 5 PM for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event, hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. D. L. Taylor will be in conversation alongside Akana Phenix (The Empire Wars), Alexis Henderson (An Academy for Liars), and David Ferraro (A Vile Season). Mocktail hour starts at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, followed by audience Q&A and book signing! There’s also a cosplay contest. Royals, rogues, summoned beasts... Choose your get-up wisely. This is a free event, but RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "The Beasts We Bury", D.L. Taylor delivers a dark YA romantasy about a throne-bound heir who can summon animals… but only after killing them herself, and a charming thief sent to manipulate her for a castle heist that could change everything.

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A graphic with a dark red background and it says- The 5-Star Review... "I expected to enjoy this because I'm a fan of (this author's) writing- but it exceeded my expectations."

A graphic with a dark red background that says- Bridgerton meets the Bachelor in this queer regency romance of vampire competing for the heart of a duke.

A graphic with a dark red background. It also has the book, "A Vile Season", the author photo of David Ferraro, and other books by Ferraro, "The Alchemy of Moonlight" and "Soul of a Gentleman Witch". It says- And you can meet the author at this free event, that includes a mocktail hour, YA Fantasy panel (with 4 authors), and cosplay contest! Details below. --- Author of "A Vile Season", Ferraro brings us a queer regency romance where Bridgerton meets The Bachelor… except one of the suitors is a disgraced vampire stripped of his immortality and forced to compete for a duke’s hand. Join us Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. David will be in conversation alongside Akana Phenix (The Empire Wars), Alexis Henderson (An Academy for Liars), and D. L. Taylor (The Beasts We Bury). Mocktail hour starts at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, followed by audience Q&A and book signing! There’s also a cosplay contest. Regency gowns, capes, and vampire vibes are very welcome! This is a free event and RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "A Vile Season", Ferraro brings us a queer regency romance where Bridgerton meets The Bachelor… except one of the suitors is a disgraced vampire stripped of his immortality and forced to compete for a duke’s hand.

#YAFantasy #booksky💙📚