Thanks to Bella Flor for this beautiful card design.
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Greetings!
May is here, and most of us are adjusting to the new ways of doing things. We hope you are all coping under the added stresses of living in isolation, and are finding some solace in reading, as we are.
Thank you so much for all of your ongoing support! Without you, we wouldn't be here. It's such a pleasure for us to continue connecting our customers with books during these challenging times.
We have some excellent new books to share with you this month. See below to find out what we have been reading, as well as the latest releases, now in our stores.
Mother's Day
is Sunday, May 10th and we have included some gift suggestions below. Books make wonderful gifts!
With grateful hearts for all your support,
Be safe and happy reading.
Barb & Tom
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To all the Mothers, Grandmothers, and women raising children, we celebrate you and wish you a very
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
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In Praise of Difficult Women: Life Lessons from 29 Heroines Who Dared to Break the Rules
by Karen Karbo
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Design Your Next Chapter
by Debbie Travis
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The Magic of Moms:
101 Stories of Gratitude, Wisdom, and Miracles
by Amy Newmark
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Women Rowing North: Navigating Life's Currents and Flourishing As We Age
by Mary Phipher
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The Language of Flowers:
A Fully Illustrated Compendium of Meaning, Literature, and Lore for the Modern Romantic
by Odessa Begay
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Tea & Cake:
Perfect Pairing from Brews and Bakes
by Liz Franklin
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The Secret Hours
by Santa
Montefiore
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Joy at Work
by Marie Kondo
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Nanaimo Girl
by Prudence Emery
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JAN'S PICK
A Match Made for Murder
Lane Winslow Mystery #7
by Iona Whishaw
Lane and Darling are on their honeymoon in Arizona but there is a murder...
This one has glamorous couples (some with very dark secrets), the mob, and Sergeant Ames solving a murder back in King’s Cove along with an intriguing new character. The author manages to bring contemporary issues alive in a series about people in the ‘40’s. I love this series!
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TOM'S PICK
Soap and Water &
Common Sense
by Dr. Bonnie Henry
In these demanding times Dr. Henry has emerged as a rock star in her daily updates regarding COVID-19. She communicates with awareness, kindness, and compassion. This comprehensive book covers microbes & bugs in our world, detailed but not difficult to understand, in Dr. Henry's down to earth style.
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ANTONIA'S PICK
Talking with Bears:
Conversations with Charlie Russell
by G.A. Bradshaw
One of the most touching and empathic books I have read in a long time. G.A. Bradshaw presents some of the most beautiful thought processes about bears, and wild life in general, from the mind of Charlie Russell. Wise, respectful and pragmatic, Russel politely denounces the path of anthropocentrism, humbling himself to these sensitive, sentient, and misunderstood giants of the woods. I cannot wait to read more about Charlie Russell and his philosophies about, and experiences with, bears.
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MITZI'S PICK
Two for the Road
by Roddy Doyle
A treat for Roddy Doyle fans and a fun introduction to his work for those not yet familiar, this slim, well designed little gem had me both chuckling and laughing out loud throughout!
Reading Two For The Road is like eavesdropping on a couple of old gents talking current events over a pint, or two, in the local pub, and it is hilarious.
The only complaint I have about this book is that it is too short! It was a great escape, while it lasted.
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BARB'S PICK
The Scientist and the Spy
by Mara
Hvistendahl
In this riveting true story, the author gives a gripping account of a far-reaching investigation that pitted a veteran FBI special agent against Florida resident Robert Mo, who became a pawn in Chinese industrial espionage aimed at stealing the trade secrets of corporate giants Monsant and DuPont Pioneer.
A fascinating read!
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MARIANNE'S PICK
Things in Jars
by Jess Kidd
If you love a good mystery, this unusual Victorian tale does not disappoint. Jess Kidd is a wonderful story teller, whose writing intertwines mysterious Victorian elements with humour, folklore, and a marvelously crafted female detective, Birdie Devine. Birdie smokes a pipe, is befriended by the ghost of a man who claims to know her, and has a 7 foot tall housemaid whom she rescued from a carnival act.
Vastly entertaining, featuring incredibly likable characters, I hope Birdie gets her own series!
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We are pleased to have partnered with
libro.fm
to offer our customers access to thousands of the latest audiobooks, downloadable to the devise of your choice.
Start by downloading the Libro.fm app onto your phone, tablet, iPad or other devise. Then, visit our
online store and search for books. Order directly through our website, which then transfers you to the
Libro.fm
site to complete your purchase. Then, follow the instructions to download your books and start listening!
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Click on book covers for details
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21 Lessons for the 21st Century
by Yuval Noah Harari
Non-fiction
Now in Paperback
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If It Bleeds
by Stephen King
Fiction - short stories
Hardcover
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The Gilded Cage
by Camilla Lackberg
Mystery/Thriller
Paperback
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Chair Yoga for Seniors
by Lynn Lehmkuhl
Health
Paperback
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Popular Wildflowers of Coast British Columbia and Vancouver Island
by Neil L. Jennings
Nature
Paperback
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Heaven and Hell
by Bart D. Ehrman
Religion
Hardcover
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The Body in the Castle Well
by Martian Walker
Mystery
Paperback
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The Florios of Sicily
by Stefania Auci
Literary fiction
Paperback
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To Have and to Hoax
by Martha Waters
Fiction
Paperback
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While our
stores are closed to in-store browsing, you can still see what we have in-stock, by browsing our online store.
You can search by title, author, keyword, or subject. You can call or email us with your order, or order online and pick-up at our stores.
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Leave your wallet at home and pre-pay for your order using an e-transfer. Quick and easy, e-transfers allow you to pay straight out of your bank account, avoiding using your credit card. Pre-paying using an e-transfer also allows you to pick-up your books without having to have any contact with staff.
Ask us about it next time you place an order!
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We are in our stores to answer phone calls, emails, and assist customers with pick-up of their orders.
Monday to Saturday, 10am - 4pm.
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Parksville Store
#102- 280 East Island Hwy
Parksville, BC V9P 2H6
Phone
: (250) 248-1193
Email:
mulberrypv@shawbiz.ca
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Qualicum Store
130 2nd Avenue,
Qualicum Beach, BC V9K 1S8
Phone
: (250) 752-9722
Email:
mulberryqb@shawbiz.ca
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Each month we give a book away to one of our wonderful customers.
This month's book is
Gardening Your Front Yard
by Tara Nolan, a $39.00 value.
If you see your name below, you are this months winner!
Please call our Parksville store to arrange pick-up.
CONGRATULATIONS...
LEE KALNIN
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