Visible Voice News
MAY 17, 2023 VOL 5. ISSUE 48
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Happy Birthday Bob Dylan!
Take 15% off all books by and about Dylan. Now through 5/24, in-store only.
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Born May 24th, 1941, Bob Dylan is not only one of the most highly regarded songwriters of all time but also an author admired for his distinct, witty, and complex prose. In fact, Dylan was the first musician to win the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2016.
We like Dylan so much that he's got his very own shelf in our shop, featuring books for Dylan die-hards and new fans alike. Come check it out and celebrate Dylan's 82nd birthday with 15% off.
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Featured Book: The Philosophy of Modern Song
In his first book of new writing since 2004, Dylan offers his extraordinary insight into the nature of popular music. The book includes over sixty essays focusing on songs by other artists spanning from Stephen Foster to Elvis Costello. Using his unique prose, Dylan analyzes what he calls the trap of easy rhymes, breaks down how the addition of a single syllable can diminish a song, and even explains how bluegrass relates to heavy metal.
Hardcover, $45.00
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Staff Picks
These books have earned the VVB Stamp of Approval
find even more recommendations on our new Staff Picks shelf
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Recommended by: Andy
"I haven't stopped thinking about this since I read it last summer. Stripped of proper nouns, place names, or even an explanation of why the apocalypse is happening, this doesn't read like a novel so much as being trapped in someone else's nightmare, an almost formless world of snowdrifts, dream logic, and obsessive desire.
Read under several blankets, or wait for warm weather."
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Katherine Dunn - Geek Love | |
Recommended by: Zena
"I can recommend this book to fans of both The Dud Avocado and A Clockwork Orange, which really speaks to the quality of the writing. Katherine Dunn, at the ripe age of 64, rocked a purse-snatcher in the face in a Trader Joe's parking lot, which makes sense in a roundabout way. Geek Love sounds like it was written by a woman who could beat your ass."
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Words and Wine: A Fundraiser for Writers in Residence
Friday, May 19th @ 6:00 pm
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An evening of wine tasting featuring readings from the new Writers in Residence chapbook.
A $30 ticket includes a four-wine flight and a copy of the new chapbook. Or, opt for the $15 N/A option, including one non-alcoholic beverage and a copy of the new chapbook.
Writers in Residence teaches creative writing to youth who are incarcerated to empower their voices and assist in their re-entry into society.
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Book Signing: Anna Kloots - My Own Magic
Tuesday, May 23rd @ 7:00 pm
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VENUE UPDATE: This event will take place at The Rosehip Room at The Elliot
1415 Kenilworth Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Following Anna’s extensive travels from the bustling streets of Jaipur to the canals of Venice to the desert of Dubai, My Own Magic is a true, coming-of-age story about a woman rediscovering the magic that was always inside her.
Please RSVP if you plan to attend, and please note that the bar will be cashless.
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Sat., May 20th @ 4:00 pm
Come hear these 5 incredible authors from the Firelands talk about their work and sign books:
- Wendy Fedan
- Patrick Lawrence O'Keeffe
- Emilia Rosa
- Tonya Sullivan
- Jim Bollenbacher
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Sun., May 21st @ 1:30 pm
Christine Howey is a performance poet from Cleveland. Her play of poetry about her transgender journey, Exact Change, was selected by the New York International Fringe Festival.
Jason Baldinger is a poet from Pittsburgh, PA. He’s penned fifteen books of poetry, the newest of which include: The Afterlife is a Hangover (Stubborn Mule Press) and This Still Life (Kung Fu Treachery).
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Sat., May 27th @ 4:30 pm
32-time author and Tremont resident, Jack Ricchiuto, will talk about his latest book, specifically on how to make writing in any genre a flow experience.
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More Upcoming In-Person Events | |
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Spring cleaning? Turn your old books into cash or store credit.
WE BUY USED BOOKS
No appointment necessary
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Create-Your-Own Night includes a large 2-topping Crust pizza, bottle of wine (21+), merchandise credit, and 100 minutes in your very own private bookstore with your very own private book concierge (one of our fabulous Visible Voice staff).
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If you're more of a morning person, try the weekend Brunch & Browse reservation featuring pastry from Leavened Bakery. Coffee, tea, mimosas (21+), and a merchandise credit are all included.
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Or place an order via email: info@visiblevoicebooks.com
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Visible Voice Books Hours of Operation:
Tue-Thu 4-8pm
Fri-Sat 12-8pm
Sun 12-5pm
Closed Monday
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