The Hickory Stick Bookshop's Newsletter for Children, Teens, and In-Betweens
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The saying goes that "April showers bring May flowers..."
Well, readers, this April we are being showered with BOOKS!! Seriously, so many amazing books are out this month that it's almost impossible to keep up, let alone narrow it down to the ones that we chose to feature in this month's Twig. That being said, we think we've picked some of the best to tell you about, so let's get to it!
Happy reading!
The Hickory Stick Bookshop
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For the Little Ones...
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Is it possible to be too in love with a storybook? Because this one might be more wonderful than we can handle...
One day, a bear cub finds something strange and wonderful in the forest. When he touches the keys, they make a horrible noise. Yet he is drawn back again and again. Eventually, he learns to play beautiful sounds, delighting his woodland friends. Then the bear is invited to share his sounds with new friends in the city. He longs to explore the world beyond his home, and to play bigger and better than before. But he knows that if he leaves, the other bears will be very sad... This gorgeously illustrated tale of following one's dreams reminds us of the value of friendship, wherever we go.
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For the In-Betweens...
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Yes, that's right: There is a brand new Kate DiCamillo book, and supposedly, this is her best yet!
Raymie Clarke has come to realize that everything, absolutely everything, depends on her. And she has a plan. If Raymie can win the Little Miss Central Florida Tire competition, then her father, who left town two days ago with a dental hygienist, will see Raymie's picture in the paper and (maybe) come home. To win, not only does Raymie have to do good deeds and learn how to twirl a baton; she also has to contend with the wispy, frequently fainting Louisiana Elefante, who has a show-business background, and the fiery, stubborn Beverly Tapinski, who's determined to sabotage the contest. But as the competition approaches, loneliness, loss, and unanswerable questions draw the three girls into an unlikely friendship and challenge each of them to come to the rescue in unexpected ways.
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For the Teens...
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Is it just us or is historical fiction having a real moment in the YA world right now? First we had Honor Girl, and then there was Anna and the Swallow Man and Salt to the Sea, and now we've got Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse and these just keep getting better!
Hanneke is a black market dealer in Amsterdam in 1943. When she receives what she assumes is just an ordinary call for meat or kerosene, she is shocked to hear that Mrs. Janssen needs her to find a missing Jewish teenager who has vanished in the middle of the night. Beautifully written, intricately plotted, and meticulously researched, "Girl in the Blue Coat "is an extraordinary, gripping novel from a bright new voice.
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What happens when there is a very hungry lion in a room full of adorable animals? Can you guess?
The very hungry lion is all set to enjoy an exciting day with his other animal pals. But all of a sudden his friends start disappearing at an alarming rate Is someone stealing the hungry lion's friends, or is the culprit a little closer to home?
This book is so smart, so witty, so dark, and SO ADORABLE all at the same time.
This will definitely fill your bedtime with giggles!
Buy it Now!
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We love, love, LOVE this book! And we have signed copies!!
When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on a remote, wild island. Why is she there? Where did she come from? And, most important, how will she survive in her harsh surroundings? Roz's only hope is to learn from the island's hostile animal inhabitants. When she tries to care for an orphaned gosling, the other animals finally decide to help, and the island starts to feel like home. Until one day, the robot's mysterious past comes back to haunt her.... Heartwarming and full of action, Peter Brown's middle-grade debut raises thought-provoking questions about the environment, the role technology plays in our world, and what it means to be alive.
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Fans of Ready Player One will love this one!
Everyday Reality is a Drag.
FUN, the latest in augmented reality, is fun! It's also frustrating, glitchy, and dangerously addictive . Just when everyone else is getting on, 17-year-old Aaron O'Faolain wants off.
But first he has to complete his Application for Termination, and in order to do that he has to deal with his History - not to mention the present, including his grandfather's suicide and a series of clues that may (or may not) lead to buried treasure. As he attempts to unravel the mystery, Aaron is sidetracked again... and again. Shadowed by his virtual "best friend," Homie, Aaron struggles with love, loss, dog bites, community theater, wild horses, wildfires, and the fact (deep breath) that actual reality can sometimes surprise you.
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Coming Soon...
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Great upcoming events for kids at The Hickory Stick Bookshop!
The Hickory Stick Bookshop will host author Jane Sutcliffe as she signs copies of her new children's book, Will's Words: How William Shakespeare Changed the Way You Talk ( Charlesbridge Publishing $17.95) on Friday, April 22nd at 4pm. Immediately following her presentation, The Hickory Stick Bookshop will host a Shakespearean Open Mic Night for all ages from 5-7pm. Those who wish to participate can sign up by calling The Hickory Stick Bookshop at
860-868-0525 or emailing
[email protected]
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This is the Earth that we treat with respect, where people and animals interconnect, where we learn to find balance between give and take and help heal the planet with choices we make. This Is the Earth takes readers on a journey through hundreds of years as it explores how humans have affected the environment and shows the ways in which we can all care for the planet. Every action we take has an impact on our surroundings and everyone can help save the world.
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The second annual Indie Bookshop Day is happening on April 30th and we have so much happening, including
two story times (one at 11am and the other at 3pm), a bunch of contests with
prizes, and tons of activities. Trust us: You do NOT want to miss this day. There will even be exclusive merchandise and a DANCE PARTY!
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The Hickory Stick's Not-So-Secret Reading Society
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The Hickory Stick's Not-So-Secret Reading Society is a book club for 8-12-year-olds. On Thursday, April 7th at 5pm, we will discuss Kira-Kira by Cynthia Kadohata!
Our book club is open to all (suggested age: 8-12) and no registration is required, so please feel free to read the book and join in on the discussion! Questions? Please call 860-868-0525. If you would like to be added to our book club email list, please click here to sign up!
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