Cuddle up with Winter Garden, a family drama set in the beautiful, chilly Pacific Northwest focused on two daughters (alienated from one another) and their difficult, Russian-born mother. Get swept up in this multi-generational, multi-cultural emotional exploration of family bonds. Then step up to meet the author, Kristin Hannah, who visits our Naperville store.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
ALLY CARTER
Help us welcome back New York Times bestselling author Ally Carter who celebrates the release of the first in a sassy, sticky-fingered new series, Heist Society. Aimed at readers 11 and up, the series focuses on the daughter of scam artists and thieves who aims for a crime-free “normal” life.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 at 7:00 p.m.
Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
BILL RAPP
Relying on gut instincts for survival and justice is all American diplomat Karl Rosman can do to avoid being a target in Bill Rapp’s book, Berlin Breakdown. To what loyalities is Rosman tied in 1989 when all around him is shadowy? And when the Wall comes down, will he recognize his friends...or his enemies? Meet the author at Anderson’s.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 at 7:00 p.m.
Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB
Our Mother-Daughter Book Club continues with a fun and lively discussion of the classic, Wind in the Willows, by Kenneth Grahame. 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, FEBRUARY 13 at 2:00 p.m.
Anderson's Bookshop Downers Grove
DR. CUTHBERT SOUP
This one is fun, and middle readers will love this entertaining story featuring three children, their dad and psychic dog on the run from the CIA. Whole Nother Story author Dr. Cuthbert Soup visits to discuss this crazy adventure novel. Did we mention the time machine? That’s part of it too!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
- Reading in the Window -
Celebrate our Naperville Reads authors, Neil Gaiman, by snuggling up with his books and reading in the window. Volunteers are invited to follow what has become an annual tradition-ask how you can participate. Show that you’re a dedicated reader in our Naperville storefront window!
Half-hour stints are available from Tuesday, February 16-Monday, February 22.
Please ask to sign up.
SHARON FLAKE
I sit in your class, I play by the rules
I’m young, I’m fly
I’m black.
In nine stories and 13 poems, Sharon Flake offers insight into the minds of adolescent African American males in her new book, You Don’t Even Know Me. The author joins us to discuss her poignant and funny collection.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 at 7:00 p.m.
Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
HEATHER BREWER
Come meet Heather Brewer, author of her darkly humorous take on the daily perils of high school. That’s what readers will find in The Chronicles of Vladimir Tod: Eleventh Grade Burns, the blood-chilling fourth installment of the popular series. High school totally bites when you’re half human, half vampire.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18 at 7:00 p.m. Anderson's Bookshop Naperville
For all who care about Children’s Literature. We’re delighted to feature our special guest authors: Richard Peck (author of A Season of Gifts), Patricia McKissack (author of Clone Codes), Pam Allyn (author of What to Read When and Executive Director of LitLife), Jordan Sonnenblick (author of After Ever After), Francoise Mouly (artistic Director of New Yorker Magazine; Publisher and Editorial Director of TOON books and author of The TOON Treasury of Classic Children’s Comics).
The morning includes a full breakfast (breakfast service begins at 8), book talks, many Illinois authors and illustrators, door prizes and book sales. CPDU credits will be available. Tickets are $48. Reservations are required. Call (630) 820-2802 for details. Abbington Banquets, 3 S. 002 Illinois Rte. 53 (Butterfield Rd. and Rte. 53), Glen Ellyn
Saturday, February 20 from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Doors open at 7:30 a.m.)
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE REGISTRATION FORM (Last year's event sold out early. Please R.S.V.P. quickly!)
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NapervilleREADS 2010
Explore new worlds with wonderful books from our amazing NapervilleREADS author, Neil Gaiman! Please mark your calendar for Tuesday and Wednesday, February 23 and 24. February 23 is our Gaiman for Grown-ups event at 7:00 p.m. February 24 is our Gaiman Family Night at 7:00 p.m. Both programs will be held at Waubonsie Valley High School, 2590 Ogden Ave., in Aurora. Additional information may be found at www.NapervilleReads.org
Mr. Gaiman is the author of many highly acclaimed and award-winning books, including the New York Times bestseller Coraline, and his 2009 Newbery Award-winning The Graveyard Book.
He is the author of many other children’s books, including Odd and The Frost Giants, Crazy Hair, Wolves in the Walls, The Day I Swapped My Dad for Two Goldfish, Blueberry Girl, and The Dangerous Alphabet. He is also a popular author for adult readers with books like Stardust and Anansi Boys. His additional honors include: the World Fantasy Award, the Hugo Award, the Nebula Award, and the Bram Stoker Award. Originally from England, Gaiman now lives in the United States.
Free event tickets will be available at Anderson’s Bookshop and all Naperville Public Library locations.
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
We participate in Indie Bound, a mission supporting local businesses, honoring independents and celebrating the bonds that distinguish us and unite us. Anderson’s is proud to be an independent, Indie Bound store.
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- 8th Annual Children's Literature Breakfast 2/20 NP
* Reservations required. Abbington Banquets, Glen Ellyn *
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