McManus in Love: A family-friendly comedy written by Patrick McManus and starring Tim Behrens
Performing Arts Center of Wenatchee Tickets: Contact PAC Box Office at www.pacwen.org or (509)-663-ARTS
In "McManus In Love," written by Pat McManus and starring Tim Behrens, each step of romantic mis-education foreshadows the next ominous learning experience. Along the way, Pat and his side-kick, Crazy Eddie, receive personal grooming tips from Rancid Crabtree, and advice of all kinds from several deranged denizens of Blight, Idaho. Don't miss this hilarious romp through the maze of self-torture also known as 'dating.'
Fri, Jan 28 7:00 - 8:00 PM Leavenworth Library Free
TGIF at the library: Janée Baugher shares her poetry collection, Coördinates of Yes (Presentation)
Sat, Jan 29 1:00 - 3:00 PM Bookstore Free
Janée Baugher signs Coördinates of Yes. (Book-signing)
Written during a six-week trip through Europe, Coördinates of Yes addresses different ways of seeing. At the core of Coördinates of Yes lies dualism: "Coördinates" refers to place and transience of travel, and "Yes" suggests the mind-set required of both a traveler and a viewer of art. "There's an unusual, and refreshing, sincerity in these poems, from a poet who has stripped herself of cynicism," says David Guterson. "Baugher is keenly observant, almost 'walking on eyes,' while simultaneously aware that 'It is only with one's heart that one can see,'" says Grace Bauer.
The Children's Concert: Musical Stories to Grow On
Canyon Wren Recital Hall $5 - $20 at A Book For All Seasons
or $6.50 - $21.50 at www.brownpapertickets.com
Young audiences will delight in fun-filled musical stories led by children's author Barbara deRubertis. Barbara has written over 50 children's books and is working on a new Animal Antics series. She is also a beloved former teacher at Vale Elementary School. Join us on an adventure with Corky Cub's Crazy Cap Club and Dilly Dog's Dizzy Dancing, delightfully embellished by the musical artistry of the Icicle Creek Piano Trio.
Fri, Feb 11 7:00 - 8:00 PM Leavenworth Library Free
TGIF: Life Through the Rearview Mirror by Ed Lincoln (Presentation)
Sat, Feb 12 1:00 - 3:00 PM Bookstore Free
Ed Lincoln — Mr. Pink Toe Truck — signs Life Through The Rearview Mirror (Book-signing)
Seattle entrepreneur Ed Lincoln, best known for the Pink Toe Truck, has peddled everything from frogs to Christmas trees to Fun Meters. Ed's first sales job, age six, was peddling homemade Christmas wreathes door to door from his little red wagon. "I learned not to be disappointed by an unopened door," Ed says, "and instead, to move on and keep knocking." A lover of cars, risks, and humor, Ed has recorded the heartwarming and hilarious memories of an "average Joe's" extraordinary life.
Fri, Feb 25 7:00 - 9:00 PM Barn Beach Reserve Free
Awakening Presence, Power, and Passion: guidelines for being human during these magnificent and evolutionary times (Presentation)
Sat, Feb 26 1:00 - 3:00 PM Bookstore Free
Healing Self, Healing Earth Book-signing by Roy Holman (Book-signing)
Roy Holman, author of Healing Self, Healing Earth: Awakening Presence, Power, and Passion demonstrates preparing for the Earth changes ahead, and helping humanity move into a new realm in 2012 and beyond. Roy offers essential guidelines for being human during these magnificent and evolutionary times on planet Earth. Roy's international YogaMundo Peace Project is karma yoga, the Yoga of Action — getting off the yoga mat and taking action to heal our world. Healing Self, Healing Earth present tips for breathing, meditation, focusing, grounding, yoga, caring for the body, balancing and integrating emotions, forgiveness, taking responsibility, integrating Native wisdom, and much more.
There's been quite a tempest in our little teapot of Leavenworth over Howell at the Moon's new promo vid for our fair city. But here at A Book For All Seasons we are proudly getting our Goomsba up!
Now going viral, with 80,000 hits in its first two weeks, "Gitcha Goomsba Up" has been called the "best low-budget regional tourism ad ever." "Producers of lowish-budget regional tourism ads, you have been put on notice: there is a new gold standard and his name is Woody Goomsba," continues the PI blog.
Check it out for yourself here — and be sure to wear your sense of humor.
Can we e-read local? Yes, we can!
Torn between wanting to support local independent bookstores ... and curious to try these new e-readers? Now you can do both! Soon to be released: an "indie" e-reader, Copia: widely compatible, ultra-social, with hundreds of thousands of titles at your fingertips.
Copia: Join the conversation inside every book.
Copia, the independent book-seller's e-reader, is the only social platform that allows you to discuss your books while you read. Write notes, highlight text and bookmark important pages, your friends can follow along and respond back. eBooks become weBooks.
Shop one of the biggest eBook catalogs.
Welcome to the next-generation bookstore. Shop new releases, bestsellers and old favorites. Instantly download hundreds of thousands of titles. Our e-reader is widely compatible — you'll still be swapping books with your friends!
Read the way that suits you best.
There are many convenient ways to stay connected with Copia, including the FREE Desktop Reader (Mac or PC) and Copia for the iPad. But you don't have to choose just one. Your online account, apps and devices will sync automatically. So you'll always be up to date, no matter how you're connected.
Treat Yourself to This Good Read, Says Rick Blackburn.
Leavenworth resident Rick Blackburn reviews "Life Through the Rearview Mirror" by Ed Lincoln
I have known Ed for twenty-five years and can attest that what he portrays here is the "real deal." Ed is always giving to and serving others, looking for adventure, and being what I refer to as a Renaissance man. His story is filled with the history of Seattle from the 1950's to the present, including tales of the landmark Mustang Ranch and the Pink Toe Truck. What fun to read about his exploits as a youngster, his enjoying a challenge, his looking for his next deal, and his close-knit family life. This is an entrepreneur's book—an insight into how Ed turned an idea into a challenge and then a reality. Those who have enjoyed building, racing or otherwise appreciating classic cars will find this a must-read. I could not put the book down, partly because of my long-time friendship with Ed, but also because it kept me riveted—I was laughing, even crying, often. Treat yourself to this good read!
— Ed Blackburn
What's New? What's Hot Off The Press? What's Just Been Released in 2010?
Beloved Fannie Flagg is back and at her irresistible and hilarious best in I Still Dream About You, a comic mystery romp through the streets of Birmingham, Alabama. Meet Maggie Fortenberry, a still beautiful former Miss Alabama. To others, Maggie's life seems practically perfect—she's lovely, charming, a successful real estate agent, and can fold a napkin in more than forty-eight different and interesting ways. But Maggie has heartbreaking secrets in her past, and through a strange turn of events she discovers, quite by accident, how many of us—dead or alive—have at least one little secret. I Still Dream About You is a wonderful novel that is equal parts southern charm, murder mystery, and Flagg's perfect combination of comedy and old-fashioned wisdom.
Major Pettigrew's Last Stand by Helen Simonson $15.00
Wry, courtly, opinionated, and completely endearing, Major Pettigrew is one of the most indelible characters in contemporary fiction, and from the very first page of this remarkable novel he will steal your heart. The Major leads a quiet life valuing the proper things that Englishmen have lived by for generations: honor, duty, decorum, and a properly brewed cup of tea. But then his brother's death sparks an unexpected friendship with Mrs. Jasmina Ali, the Pakistani shopkeeper from the village. When the two are drawn together by their shared love of literature and the loss of their respective spouses, will love triumph over decorum?
"[a] beautiful little love story ... told with skill and humor... refreshing in its optimism and its faith in the transformative possibilities of courtesy and kindness... a gentle read... a powerful moral message... And as for happy endings, it deserves all available prizes," says the New York Times Book Review.
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand $27.00
On a May afternoon in 1943, an Army Air Forces bomber crashed into the Pacific Ocean and disappeared, leaving only a spray of debris and a slick of oil, gasoline, and blood. Then, on the ocean surface, a face appeared. A young lieutenant, the plane's bombardier, struggled to a life raft and pulled himself aboard.
Lieutenant Zamperini, former Olympic athlete, now faced thousands of miles of open ocean, leaping sharks, a foundering raft, thirst and starvation, enemy aircraft, and, beyond, a trial even greater. Driven to the limits of endurance, Zamperini would answer desperation with ingenuity; suffering with hope, resolve, and humor; brutality with rebellion. His fate, whether triumph or tragedy, would be suspended on the fraying wire of his will. The celebrated author of Seabiscuit brings this story to life.
"Unbroken is too much book to hope for: a hell ride of a story in the grip of the one writer who can handle it. Killing sharks with his bare hands...outracing Olympic runners...outwitting one of the most notorious fiends to stalk Japan's POW camps — when it comes to courage, humanity, and impossible adventure, few will ever match "the boy terror of Torrance," and few but the author of Seabicuit could tell his tale with such humanity and dexterity. Laura Hillenbrand has given us a new national treasure," Says Christopher McDougall, author of Born to Run.
"You don't have to be a sports fan or a war-history buff to devour this book—you just have to love great storytelling,"
says Rebecca Skloot, author of The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Presents Earth (the Book): A Visitor's Guide to the Human Race by Jon Stewart $27.99
The eagerly awaited new book from the Emmy-winning, Oscar-hosting, Daily Show-anchoring Jon Stewart—the man behind the megaseller America (The Book).
Where do we come from? Who created us? Why are we here? With their trademark wit, irreverence, and intelligence, Stewart and his team will posthumously answer all of life's most hard-hitting questions, completely unburdened by objectivity, journalistic integrity, or even accuracy.
"Like the 'Daily Show' this parody delivers wittily framed absurdities in a sweetly deadpan way," says The New York Times.
"laugh-out-loud, rollicking social satire," says a Publishers Weekly starred review.
Artemis Fowl; The Atlantis Complex by Eoin Colfer $17.99 Recommended for ages 9-12
Artemis has committed his entire fortune to a project he believes will save the planet and its inhabitants, both human and fairy. Can it be true? Has goodness taken hold of the world's greatest teenage criminal mastermind?
Captain Holly Short is unconvinced, and discovers that Artemis is suffering from Atlantis Complex, a psychosis common among guilt-ridden fairies — not humans — and most likely triggered by Artemis's dabbling with fairy magic. Symptoms include obsessive-compulsive behavior, paranoia, multiple personality disorder and, in extreme cases, embarrassing professions of love to a certain feisty LEPrecon fairy.
Unfortunately, Atlantis Complex has struck at the worst possible time. A deadly foe from Holly's past is intent on destroying the actual city of Atlantis. Can Artemis escape the confines of his mind — and the grips of a giant squid — in time to save the underwater metropolis and its fairy inhabitants?
New York Times best-selling author Eoin Colfer delivers a knockout, fast-paced, and hilarious adventure in Artemis Fowl: The Atlantis Complex, the seventh book in the blockbuster series.
The Black Book of Buried Secrets (The 39 Clues Series) by Rick Riordan $12.99 Recommended for ages 8 to 12
In the 39 Clues Series, a wealthy matriarch has scattered cryptic clues to a mysterious fortune around the globe, and readers will enjoy helping the likable orphans Amy and Dan unravel and slowly collect all 39 clues. Each book in the series is by a different, highly acclaimed, young adult author. All are fast-paced and full of humor (the series was mapped out by Rick Riordan, creator of the acclaimed Percy Jackson series). Between books, readers can collect cards, each of which contains evidence, and play the online game (www.the39clues.com), for which Scholastic is offering over $100,000 in prizes.
Publishers Weekly calls the series "a rollicking good read ... [with] just the right proportions of suspense, peril and puzzles."
Now The Black Book of Buried Secrets caps the hunt, and reveals the shocking truth about history's most notorious family.
In full, lush color, The 39 Clues: The Black Book of Buried Secrets lays bare each hidden fact, concealed strategy, top agent, lost founder, secret base and hushed-up scandal of the Clue hunt. This complete guide to the Cahills contains information on all five branches, including the notoriously elusive Madrigals. The must-know information includes:
Full files on the enigmatic Man in Black.
The true purpose of the Madrigal branch.
The complete story of the fire that split the original Cahill family.
The truth about the night Hope and Arthur Cahill died.
Open access to the secrets of the Lucian, Ekaterina, Tomas and Janus branches.
It's never too late to join the hunt — especially with The 39 Clues: The Black Book of Buried Secrets to provide complete access to the Cahill's most deeply-buried secrets.
Of Thee I Sing: A Letter to My Daughters by Barack Obama $17.99 illustrated by Loren Long
In this tender, beautiful letter to his daughters, President Barack Obama has written a moving tribute to thirteen groundbreaking Americans and the ideals that have shaped our nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America's children.
Breathtaking, evocative illustrations by award-winning artist Loren Long at once capture the personalities and achievements of these great Americans and the innocence and promise of childhood.
"President Obama turns toward young Americans with this picture book tribute to 13 men and women—and corresponding qualities of character—that demonstrate the nation's best. Written before he took office, the book directly addresses daughters Sasha and Malia, who appear throughout, joined by young versions of Georgia O'Keeffe, Helen Keller, Sitting Bull, ... Neil Armstrong, [Cesar Chavez, George Washington] and the rest--a tangible reminder that every hero, artist, and explorer was once a child... the growing chorus of children faces [in] Long's paintings—by turns majestic, whimsical, and rousing—is highly diverse, both in backgrounds and accomplishments, creating a collective portrait of citizens' inspiration, dedication, and bravery," says Publishers Weekly.
Olivia Goes to Venice by Ian Falconer $17.99 illustrated by Ian Falconer
"The irrepressible Olivia is back—this time on a trip to Venice that hits the tourist hotspots and allows Olivia to be her precocious porcine best... Caldecott Honor artist Falconer's inventive and droll artwork offers exuberance (and gelato) in nearly every scene, and Olivia's curiosity and strong sense of self remain intact. The contrast between the antic lines of the charcoal and gouache paintings superimposed over gorgeous color photographs provides much hilarity... Falconer's understated text is both witty and subtle; when the gondola emerges from under the Bridge of Sighs, "Olivia sighed." And he remains attuned to the way children think; when Olivia is searched at the airport for weapons, "She was very pleased." The preposterous ending involves Olivia's finding the perfect souvenir ("one of the actual Stones of Venice") and the resulting collapse of a bell tower. This comic sequel is as delightful as its predecessors," says Publishers Weekly.
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