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Red Balloon Bookshop's Monthly Newsletter | October 2016
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Red Balloon Bookshop and Washington County Libraries are proud to present the Fierce Reads Tour with authors Kami Garcia, Marissa Meyer, Emma Mills, and Caleb Roehrig. Join us for a panel discussion with these four great authors, Q&A, trivia, and more! This event will be held at the R.H. Stafford Library in Woodbury.
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Book Fest is Back
The largest literary gathering in the Upper Midwest is back Oct 15, 2016 at the MN State Fairgrounds, with fun for all ages, including incredible offerings for kids and teens! More»
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Meet Rick Riordan on Oct 8th
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Red Balloon Bookshop and the Friends of St. Catherine University Libraries welcome internationally best-selling author Rick Riordan to the O'Shaughnessy Auditorium on tour for
The Hammer of Thor, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Book 2. Guests are invited to a presentation and Q&A with the author. Tickets are available through the O'Shaughnessy box office. Please visit
http://oshag.stkate.edu/event/rickriordan or call the O'Shaughnessy box office at 651-690-6700.
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 Upcoming Events
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Oct 1st | Lauren Stringer,
Yellow Time |
Celebrate Lauren Stringer's gorgeous new book with a storytime and launch party.
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Oct 1st | Jane O'Reilly,
The Secret of Goldenrod |
Local author Jane O'Reilly shares her new book, complete with live music and spooky props.
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Oct 6th | Fierce Reads YA Tour at Woodbury Library
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Meet Kami Garcia, Marissa Meyer, Emma Mills, and Caleb Roering on this spectacular YA tour.
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| Oct 8th | Rick Riordan at O'Shaughnessy Auditorium |
Hear Rick speak on
The Hammer of Thor, Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard Book 2.
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Oct 11th | Krystal Sutherland
Our Chemical Hearts
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This debut author's book is a RBB Staff Favorite! Meet Krystal and hang with other fans.
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Oct 17 | Kristi Yamaguchi Cara's Kindness
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Meet beloved Olympic figure skater Kristi Yamaguchi while she signs her new book.
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| Oct 20th | Taherah Mafi & Ransom Riggs |
A magical event with the authors of
Furthermore and
Tales of the Peculiar at the Roseville Library.
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Oct 22nd | Carson Ellis &
Jon Klassen
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Renowned author-illustrators share their new books,
Du iz Tak? and
We Found a Hat.
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Oct 25th | Jay Asher
What Light
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Meet the
13 Reasons Why author, in conversation with local author Jessica Freeburg, for
What Light.
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| Oct 29th | Margi Preus & David Geister |
Celebrate
Storm's Coming!, a
new picture book about signs from nature, by two MN favorites.
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Nov 4th | Eleanor Glewwe
Wildings |
Eleanore Glewwe debuts her newest book,
Wildings. Save the date to celebrate!
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Nov 5th | Stephen Shaskan
Max Speed
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Stephen Shaskan reads, sings, and signs books for his latest acclaimed book,
Max Speed.
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Recommended Reads
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Published: Arthur A Levine, Sept 13, 2016; Recommended Age: 4-8
King Baby by Kate Beaton, the creator of The Princess and the Pony, is such a fun read-aloud book! I love the illustrations and how round and squishy the babies are. It's laugh-out-loud funny. We definitely need Queen Baby to be a real sequel. -- Kelsie (RBB Staff)
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Published: Minnesota Historical Society Press, Sept 15, 2016; Recommended Age: 3-7
David Geister's wonderful watercolor illustrations bring this book to life from the front cover through to the very end, while author Margi Preus has managed to convey the excitement of a fast-approaching Lake Superior storm. Father is a lighthouse keeper and we learn a lot about how nature predicts a storm, as Sophie runs to warn him to prepare. This story will keep you breathless as the storm comes nearer and nearer until it finally hits, with Sophie and her father safe inside the lighthouse. -- Susan (RBB Staff)
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Published: Henry Holt & Company, Sept 6, 2016; Recommended Age: 5-9
I knew the name Ansel Adams but really not much about him. In this picture book biography we learn that Ansel was a restless student whose father observed his child with insight, took him out of school, tutored him at home, and encouraged his natural love of the outdoors. At age 14, his aunt gave him a book about Yosemite and the rest is history. Wonderful illustrations with some drawings of his photographs. There is a biographical essay at the end featuring actual photos. -- Susan (RBB Staff)
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Published: Katherine Tegen, Sept 13, 2016; Recommended Age: 6-10
This new book by award-winning author Patricia MacLachlan is a sweet, wonderful story told from Teddy's, the poet's dog, point of view. Two children become lost in a snowstorm, and Teddy saves them. His story is sad and uplifting at the same time. Although recommended for younger children, this is also a great book for kids who don't read well but are older and need something with more substance. Lovely. -- Julie (RBB Staff)
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Published: HarperCollins, Sept 27, 2016; Recommended Age: 8-12
Abbie Wu thinks nothing good happens in the "Middles." And she should know, since she's the middle child. Her older brother is super smart, her younger sister is super cute, and Abbie is super....worried about everything. Join Abbie as she tries to defeat the evil lunch ladies, deal with her siblings, and find her "Thing." A hilarious, absurd, and delightful story. -- Lillian (RBB Staff)
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Published: Graphix, Sept 13, 2016; Recommended Age: 8-12
Ghosts is about so much more than ghosts! Family traditions, new friends, new places, sisters, cystic fibrosis, great food, and Dia de los Muertos are all part of this rich and engaging graphic novel. The story deals with themes of sadness and loss but is ultimately full of love. -- Holly (RBB Staff)
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Published: Razorbill, Oct 18, 2016; Recommended Age: 12+
Get your warm beverage and knit blanket to cozy up for this wintery read! Sierra's family owns a tree farm. As they pack up to spend the holiday season in California selling trees, Sierra does not anticipating having a winter romance. When she meets Caleb, Sierra reconsiders. Caleb is by no means a perfect guy, and unforgivable pieces from his past still affect him today. What Light is light-hearted with dashes of drama that make for a perfect getaway read! -- Stacy (RBB Staff)
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Published: Putnam BYR, Oct 4, 2016; Recommended Age: 14+
This YA novel of the joys and pains of first love has captured MY heart! Henry Page has a lot to learn on the love front, and it's his bad luck(?) to be head over heels with the enigmatic, self-destructive Grace Town. I love the characters, I love the dialogue (realistic and sharp, without being pretentious)--I even love the less-than-perfect ending. Some mature language and casual sex makes this a choice for 14+. You don't need to be a love-struck teen to enjoy this book, however. -- Barb (RBB Staff)
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Published: Alfred A. Knopf BYR, October 18; Recommended Age: 14+
Illuminae told an intense and exciting tale of refugees fleeing through space from a bombed planet. In Gemina, it turns out the greatness of Illuminae was just the beginning. Gemina is not only a great sequel but also an effortless continuation of the story that Illuminae started. The new characters and setting are just as intriguing, the plot has all new twists and turns, and the entire first two books culminate to an ending that is both astounding and made me want the third book like crazy. If you loved Illuminae you can be assured that Gemina will not disappoint.. -- Tamara (Teens Read Book Club)
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Published: HarperCollins, Oct 4, 2016; Recommended Age: 14+
Maggie Stevens lives in a world where microchips have the ability to determine your place in society, from your perfect match to your relationships with the people around you. Her scientist father has disappeared, and she is desperate to beat the system and bring her father back. But when Maggie blackmails the heir to the corporation that develops the microchips, she discovers that some dangers are closer to home than she ever could have imagined. Disruption is the sort of action-packed, clever read that would be perfect for sci-fi and thriller fans alike. Maggie's quick-thinking and moral conflict both make for an incredibly true and intriguing heroine, and her relationships with the other characters were artfully crafted and believable. Disruption is near impossible to put down, and will be a surefire favorite for its originality and smart writing. -- Amanda W. (Teens Read Book Club)
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Book Clubs
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