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Dear Friends of
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ovel
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xperience,
We are just coming off one of the most delightful events of the year--the annual Trick or Treat on the Square. On
Saturday, October 27th, downtown merchants were treated to hundreds of wonderfully polite, excited superheros, ghosts and goblins. And, now we're looking forward to one of our all-time favorite holidays--Thanksgiving. Every year at this time, we enjoy seeing many of our ANE friends and visiting family. Stop on by! We'll be closed on Thanksgiving, but up-and-going throughout the holiday weekend--especially on Small Business Saturday, November 24th. We'll feature local authors and a storeful of great books, along with fabulous giveaways!
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Thanks, Keela for helping with Halloween!
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In addition to unpacking some really great titles for the holiday gift-giving season, we are celebrating the arts this month, beginning with Carson Barnes' collection of must-see prints. The story of his work is fascinating (we'll post a video of his process soon). He'll be on hand for his Opening Reception this Friday evening to discuss the work. Join us for refreshments and good company from 5 to 8. And, on Friday the 16th we're going to kick back and enjoy our favorite guitar player, Ryan Cummings who will be jamming with his Nashville uncle (an accomplished musician in his own right). It promises to be a fun evening! This is a writer's month--our twice-a-year Authors Showcase will feature folks who have published their work--the how-to's and the work is inspiring. (If you know of an author who would like to join us, have them call us at 770-567-1103 to sign up!). Next week, Mercer Press author Holly Sullivan McClure will visit and sign "Conjuror". Her book weaves Cherokee myths with mystery and adventure in an exploration of the power of good and evil--she'll be here Wednesday, November 7th from 5-7.
Thank you all for your support these past 11 years! We're reminded that reading can be a wonderful respite from the bustle of the holidays. Stop by and let us know what you are reading! And, welcome back Brenda Fayard, one of our favorite booksellers--she'll be here on Tuesdays! Our cup runneth over!
The Staff of A Novel Experience
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November 2018 Calendar
WE ARE OPEN MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY 10 TILL 7 P.M.
...and, we'll be closed on Thanksgiving Day
NOVEMBER at the
GALLERY:
"Muses of Stone: Women from the Sands of Time" by Carson Barnes.
Opening Reception: Friday, November 5th, 5-8 p.m.
Carson has been making photographs and hand-pulling photo silkscreen prints for 45 years--now, he presents his latest work, Muses of Stone. He travels the world, photographing marble statues--and then, the magic begins...Carson works from the raw images in Photoshop, using layers much as he did in screen printing. Come see the results! (And, we'll post a link to his process on FB).
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Three Women, Two Dryads, and a Salamandress by Carson Barnes
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THURSDAY, Nov 1: Our DROP-IN, GUILT-FREE BOOK CLUB
This month we're reading "Two Years Eight Months and Twenty-eight Nights" by Salman Rushdie. 7:00--Everyone welcome!
THE NOVEL POETS AND PROSE WRITERS GROUP: CHANGE OF DATE!
It happens this coming Friday, Nov 9 at 7 p.m.
For writers and poets--keep writing!
TUESDAY, Nov. 6: Our
SPIRITUALITY BOOK GROUP is a treasure! We meet at 1 p.m.
TUESDAY EVENINGS: THE KNITTERS
The knitters are here on Tuesday evenings from 5 to 7 to do the knitting thing! We welcome fiber crafters, needlepointers and crocheters, macramers, quilters, loomers, beaders/jewelry makers! Come on out!
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| What I'm Reading Now for November: Bryne Gibson "Too many to name!" |
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WEDNESDAY, Nov 7th: AUTHOR BOOKSIGNING 5-7 p.m. Holly Sullivan McClure signs her novel "Conjuror". A Cherokee prophecy, a monster serpent, amulets of power, and secret societies. Don't miss it!
THURSDAY, Nov. 8th: THE NERD HERD
meets at 6:00 p.m. We're reading
Renegades. And, check out our Nerd Herd FB page!
WEDNESDAY, Nov 21 at Noon:
BROWN BAG BOOK GROUP: This month's book: The Last Ballad by Wiley Cash. Everyone welcome. High noon.
FRIDAY, Nov. 16th, 7 PM:
Welcome Ryan Cummings AND Doug,his multi-talented musician uncle from Nashville! They are going to treat us to a freewheeling guitar jam! They promise everything from bluegrass to the Eagles. Join us at 7 for an informal, fun evening.
SATURDAY, Nov 24th: It's SHOP SMALL SATURDAY across the country and, we're all in with lots to do AND great deals!
* WE
welcome
our semi-annual AUTHORS SHOWCASE
from 4-6. Meet local authors and discuss their work and the "how-to's" of publishing!
*The CLASSICS BOOK GROUP
reads The Illustrated Man by Ray Bradbury at 7 p.m.
SUNDAY, Nov. 25th: LIVING ROOM CONVERSATIONS: 3-5 pm
We're meeting to continue our discussions of topics ranging from gun control to the First Amendment. It's a great occasion for folks who want to be a part of a balanced, robust discussion in the hopes of discovering common ground and learning from each other (and we do!). It's inspiring--and fun. Topic: Fake News. We'll explore what makes it "fake"...Is it a problem?...How do you decide what news sources to trust?...Have you ever discovered a story you had talked about was "fake news"?...What does a healthy news and social media landscape look like?"
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