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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks is one fascinating story that we’re all talking about. This incredible non-fiction account of the cells that have done such good to medical science-and mankind-is an amazing true story. Thanks to renowned science writer Rebecca Skloot, we’re introduced to the late Henrietta Lacks, unwitting donor of the immortal cells known as HeLa. Her cells have left a living legacy that can barely be measured. |
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SATURDAY, MARCH 13 at 2:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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MOTHER/DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB
Our Mother-Daughter Book Club continues with a fun and lively discussion of The True Meaning of Smekday by Adam Rex. Read the book together, then come ready to share your thoughts. New members are welcome. Please RSVP by calling our Downers Grove store at (630) 963-2665. SATURDAY, MARCH 13 at 2:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Downers Grove |
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We’re happy to welcome author Carrie Ryan, a rising star in young adult fiction, who presents her new title, The Dead-Tossed Waves. Ms. Ryan packs even more action, romance and terror in this, the sequel to her debut, The Forest of Hands and Teeth. MONDAY, MARCH 15 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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| KEVIN HENKES Help us celebrate Kevin Henkes’ new picture book, My Garden. It’s a tribute to nature and a lovely, simple reminder that Spring is just around the corner. Yippee! MONDAY, MARCH 15 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Downers Grove |
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Our guests, Eric Litwin and James Dean, are stopping by with their new book, Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes. Mr. Litwin is a popular performer, delighting thousands of children and families every year. Mr. Dean is an artist who draws cats like Pete WEDNESDAY, MARCH 17 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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NOT FOR KIDS ONLY BOOK GROUP |
The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen is this month’s selection for our Not for Kids Only Book Group, for adults who like to read books for children and teens. Read the book, then come ready to share your thoughts. |
SUNDAY, MARCH 21 at 2:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
| MIKE LUPICA Welcome Mike Lupica, one of America’s top sports journalists as he shares his new novel for young readers, The Batboy. It’s a dream summer for a 14-year-old baseball fan when he gets to be a major league batboy. But the boy has an even bigger dream- and that’s to win back his father. TUESDAY, MARCH 23 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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One of baseball’s greats, Roberto Clemente, is the subject of Roberto & Me, author Dan Gutman’s new novel for middle readers. Mr. Gutman returns to Anderson’s to discuss this incredible ballplayer, who was an incredible humanitarian as well. THURSDAY, MARCH 25 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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Now’s the time to get your spring training for better health underway. Nutrition expert Dave Grotto visits with his book, 101 Optimal Life Foods and personal trainer Nicki Anderson shares her guides to physical well-being, including Reality Fitness and The Single Step Weight Loss Solution. |
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SATURDAY, MARCH 27 at 11:00 a.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
| CHRISTOPHER MOORE Great news for our many fans of Christopher Moore! He returns to Anderson’s with Bite Me: A Love Story, the third book in his twisted vampire saga. Meet the author who has been called, “a very sick man, in the very best sense of that word.” TUESDAY, MARCH 30 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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Calling all book groupies! Join us for a lively book discussion with Anderson’s staff and other book lovers. Whether you are in a reading club or are looking for one, find out what’s new and notable in book group reading. TUESDAY, APRIL 6 at 10:00 a.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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| JOHN GREEN & DAVID LEVITHAN |
Meet the author team of New York Times bestselling authors John Green and David Levithan who share their new title, Will Grayson, Will Grayson. It’s the story of two teens, who happen to share the same name and find their lives colliding in unexpected ways. Tickets to attend this event are required and may be obtained by purchasing either the new book Will Grayson, Will Grayson or a $5 event ticket. |
TUESDAY, APRIL 6 at 7:00 p.m.
Naperville North H.S., 899 Mill St. |
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Meet Jimmy Gownley, the co-founder of Kids Love Comics, which works to promote comics as a valuable literacy tool. His new book is an Amelia Rules’ title: The Tweenage Guide to Not Being Unpopular. Humor and fun perfect for middle readers who are striving to not be unpopular! |
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TUESDAY, APRIL 6 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Downers Grove |
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| ALICE WOOD |
Inspired by Weight Watchers’(R) daily discipline of journaling and the principle of group accountability, Alice Wood decided to create a new and radically simple program to reclaim her financial stability. She called it Wealth Watchers: A Simple Program to Help You Spend Less and Save More. She’ll talk about her new book and share her success-in an effort to inspire yours! |
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 7 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
GARY PAULSEN
We are delighted to welcome back Gary Paulsen, distinguished author of books for young people. In Woods Runner, Paulsen tells the exciting story of a 13-year-old frontier boy dodging British soldiers and Iroquois attacks in pre-revolutionary America. Will young Samuel join the dangerous Patriot cause? Also new is the Lawn Boy sequel, Lawn Boy Returns. SATURDAY, APRIL 10 at 2:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville |
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| - Ridley Pearson 4/9 NP | - Ann M. Martin 4/29 NP |
| - Gary Paulsen 4/10 NP | - Elizabeth Eulberg 5/1 NP |
| - Carol’s Book Talks 4/13 NP | - Teacher Open House 5/4 NP |
| - Brian & Wendy Froud 4/13 DG | - Candace Bushnell 5/5 TBD |
| - Lincoln Peirce 4/14 NP | - Rick Tramonto 5/6 NP |
| - Gayle Brandeis 4/14 DG | - Aprilynne Pike 5/6 DG |
| - Tim Green 4/15 NP | - Rick Reilly 5/7 NP |
| - Jaqueline Winspear 4/16 NP | - John Grogan 5/8 TBD |
| - Mother-Daughter Book Group 4/17 DG | - Michael Grant 5/10 NP |
| - Not For Kids Only Book Club 4/18 NP | - Kat Falls 5/10 DG |
| - Educator Evening with National - Geographic's David Aguilar 4/20 TBD |
- Scott Turow 5/11 NP |
| - Teacher Open House 5/11 DG | |
| - Howard Mosher 4/22 NP | - Cory Doctorow 5/12 NP |
| - Anna Quindlen 4/22 Pfeiffer Hall NP | - Mother-Daughter Book Group 5/15 DG |
| - NP Writers Group Poetry Day 4/24 NP | - Susannah Charleson 5/17 NP |
| - Andy Griffiths 4/25 NP | - Louis Sachar 5/18 NP |
| - Jordan Sonnenblick 4/26 NP | - Tom Lichtenheld 5/20 NP |
| - D. J. MacHale 4/26 NP | - Debbie Macomber 5/24 NP |
| - Jim Lehrer 4/27 Pfeiffer Hall NP | - Elizabeth Berg 5/25 NP |
| - Sue Miller 4/27 Pfeiffer Hall NP | - Emily Giffin 5/26 NP |
| - Shannon Hale 4/27 DG | - Charlie Higson 5/27 NP |
| - Loren Long 4/27 DG | - Michael Koryta 6/9 NP |
| - Andrew Clements 4/27 NP |
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