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What’s New at Linden Tree

Flo,

You might think there’s nothing we booksellers love more than reading books, but the truth is we may love talking about books even more. I’m always curious to hear what people are reading (or listening to–nobody looks down on audiobooks around here), what they loved, what was just ok, what they couldn't put down, what they couldn’t finish... Hang around our cash register for just a few minutes and you’ll hear plenty of strong opinions!

Last week, both our in-store book clubs had lively meetings and I'm excited they’ve each picked one of my recent favorites as their next read. Lorilee’s middle grade club is awesome for kids ages 9+ who want to talk about books in a relaxed, low-stakes group setting and their next book is Daniel Nayeri’s Silk Road epic (and Newbery honor winner), The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams. Their next meeting is Sunday, February 25 at 4pm.

Andi and Sierra’s adult fiction club has been drawing a crowd and their next book is Gabrielle Zevin’s Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow. This has been one of our biggest adult bestsellers over the past two years and once you start reading, you’ll see why. Their next meeting is Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30pm.

If you already have a book club and are looking for a place to meet or need recommendations, send me an email. As I said, I’m always curious to hear what you’re reading!

📚 Books I’m looking forward to this week: I’m a sucker for anything the Pumphrey brothers illustrate and Antwan Eady’s The Last Stand is another winner. It’s the tender story of a boy and his grandfather who now have the last stand at a farmers’ market in a community that can’t afford to lose it. (I am clearly also a sucker for sweet picture books about small businesses!) Meanwhile, I was a big fan of Benjamin Stevenson’s meta-mystery debut, Everyone In My Family Has Killed Someone and I think his latest, Everyone On This Train Is a Suspect, is even better. Set on a train full of mystery writers, agents, editors, and fans, this is a fun one for fans of Richard Osman or Anthony Horowitz.

See you at the store,

Chris

📅 Upcoming Events

Tim McCanna

Saturday, February 3 at 11am

Join us for a pre-Valentine’s Day reading and signing on Saturday, February 3 at 11am with local author, Tim McCanna, as he shares his new leveled reader, Stitch’s Valentine. Afterwards, learn how to make your very own origami heart with Tim!

It’s Valentine’s Day, and everyone has a Valentine except Stitch! He heads out to find his alien friend Angel to celebrate with, but can he find her before the day ends? Kids will love this sweet and silly Step into Reading leveled reader based on Disney’s Lilo & Stitch, perfect for Valentine’s Day!

Silicon Valley Reads: Read-Aloud

Saturday, February 3 at 3pm

Silicon Valley Reads 2024 is focused on sustainability with the theme: A Greener Tomorrow Starts Today. This year's recommended books for children and teens focus on the importance of caring for our planet... and the fact that one person can make a difference. Join us on Saturday, February 3rd at 3pm for a special read-aloud of some of these books. Then visit other shops in downtown Los Altos that day for discounts and specials to celebrate a greener tomorrow!

Stephanie Wildman

In conversation with Christine Evans

Sunday, February 4 at 11am

Linden Tree welcomes local author Stephanie Wildman on Sunday, February 4 at 11am to celebrate the launch of her new picture book, Breath by Breath. She’ll be in conversation with Christine Evans, author of The Wish Library series, Dear Mr. G, and Evelyn the Adventurous Entymologist.

In Breath by Breath, twins Flor and Roberto wonder how they can possibly go on an adventure at the same as they go to sleep. Big brother Luis, guides them in an exercise through their bodies, from the top of their heads to the tips of their toes. Following the gentle inhale and exhale of their breath, Flor and Roberto find love and calm inside and all around them as they drift off to sleep. Bonus content provides direction for mapping your own body scan.

🎉 Lunar New Year Party with

Gene Luen Yang & LeUyen Pham

In Conversation with Abigail Hing Wen

At All Saints Episcopal Church in Palo Alto

Friday, February 9 at 6pm

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We’re excited to welcome award-winning authors Gene Luen Yang and LeUyen Pham on Friday, February 9 at 6pm at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in Palo Alto for a Lunar New Year party to celebrate their fantastic new graphic novel, Lunar New Year Love Story, a heartwarming rom-com about fate, family, forgiveness, and lion dancing! Gene and LeUyen will be in conversation with New York Times bestselling author Abigail Hing Wen.

This event will be held at All Saints’ Episcopal Church in downtown Palo Alto, not at our store. It will include a book signing and time for audience Q&A, as well as food from local restaurant, Tai Pan. Each ticket includes one copy of Lunar New Year Love Story, as well as food and drink. Come party with us and these graphic novel superstars!

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📅 Mark Your Calendar

Thursday, February 15 at 6pm: Book Launch with Stephanie V.W. Lucianovic, in Conversation with Joanna Ho
Sunday, February 25 at 2:30pm: Story Writing Workshops for Kids
Sunday, February 25 at 4pm: Middle Grade Book Club: The Many Assassinations of Samir, the Seller of Dreams
Friday, March 1 at 6pm: Book Launch with Traci Chee RSVP Now »
Saturday, March 2 at 11am: Book Launch with Misa Sugiura
Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30pm: Adult Fiction Book Club: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow