Tag: bookstore
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July 26, 2022
One of the most miraculous things about books is how they make you feel less alone. Because of books, I have become friends with people I may never have otherwise met. One of those people is Ann Patchett. Last week I visited Ann in Nashville, and the two of us did an event at her…
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October 28, 2021
SIGNED COPY ALERT! If you are looking for autographed copies of The Beatryce Prophecy, these Twin Cities book shops have that title (and others by Kate!) in stock. Please contact the bookstores directly to order, and yes, they will ship ! Next Chapter Booksellers – info@nextchapterbooksellers.com | 651.225.8989 Red Balloon Bookshop – info@redballoonbookshop.com | 651.224.8320…
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June 15, 2021
What a gift it was to have visited Nashville’s Parnassus Books over the weekend. I hugged a shop dog (the beautiful Marlee). I signed books. I talked with booksellers and fellow readers. I didn’t ever want to leave. So here is a public service announcement: if you are in need of comfort, of light and…
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April 21, 2021
“Books truly are nourishment for me.” –Elizabeth Acevedo (in a recent New York Times By the Book interview) The first word that comes out of my mouth when someone asks me who I am is “reader.” I am a writer, yes; but first and foremost, I am a reader. I am most at home in…
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December 5, 2020
From Candlewick: Kate just made the rounds to a number of local bookstores in the Twin Cities to sign copies of her books. If you are still looking for signed book gifts, please reach out to them to order, they will be happy to ship! Phone numbers for each below, while supplies last — Support…
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October 24, 2018
On Saturday morning, I had the honor of talking to thousands of teachers at the Columbia Teacher’s College Reunion. I talked (mostly) about finding our way home through stories. And the next day, in Frederick, Maryland at an event with the Curious Iguana Bookstore, a young girl came through the line and asked me if…