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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 23m

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 1h

We're delighted to offer ✨signed and personalized✨ copies of THE OLD SLEIGH, a gorgeous new picture book by Caldecott Honorees and Blue Willow staff favorites Jarrett and Jerome Pumphrey!

We love this instant holiday classic and know you will too. Preorder: buff.ly/iiTHwzI

Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 2h

Register free now for our virtual event with USA Today bestselling author @sarinabowen.bsky.social! We'll celebrate her new novel, THROWN FOR A LOOP: A New York Legends Hockey Romance. 🏒💙

Sarina will be joined by @theallycarter.bsky.social! 😍 Register now: buff.ly/x97a9P4

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4h

Tomorrow! Don't miss our event with NYT bestselling author @authorjelle.bsky.social, celebrating the explosive finale of the dark, romantic fantasy House of Marionne series, FORTRESS OF AMBROSE. 🔥

J. Elle will appear in conversation with E.B. Golden. Join us! buff.ly/KAxU313

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 6h

Halloween reading vibes! 🎃 We are loving these spooky season picks.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 1d

Preorder campaign! ❤️🔥

Preorder your copy of NYT bestselling author @authorjelle.bsky.social's new YA romantasy, FORTRESS OF AMBROSE, with us to receive a signed, personalized copy and gorgeous character overlay!

Orders must be placed by tomorrow, 10/15! buff.ly/htwqs4X

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 1d

Dear local book clubs,

Did you know that you can register your book club with us? Your members will receive 15% off your book club picks when they buy them from us! ✨

Stop by or give us a call to register your group!

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 1d

We're excited to welcome James Beard Award–nominated chef Arnold Myint to the bookshop to celebrate his cookbook, FAMILY THAI: Bringing the Flavors of Thailand Home!

He'll be joined in conversation by Vanarin Kuch, pastry chef & owner of Koffeteria in Houston! buff.ly/gBjxZyl

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 1d

Do you have a favorite classic? 💫

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 2d

✨Join us for Blue Willow's Romance Book Club!✨

Next month, we can't wait to discuss GOOD SPIRITS by B.K. Borison.

All are welcome. We hope you'll join us, friends! 😍 buff.ly/5WXxQkj

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 2d

We're excited to welcome Caroline Shankle and her mom, Melanie Shankle, to Houston to celebrate their new devotional, THE LION AND THE BEAR: A 100-Day Guide for Facing Your Giants.

This is going to be a wonderful event! ✨ Get your tickets now to join us: buff.ly/5N2wd7n

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 2d

Hey, #Houston! The Tweens Read Festival is Saturday, October 25. 🤩

This year's keynote speaker is Newbery Medalist and New York Times bestselling author Meg Medina. ⭐️

Check out the full lineup of ✨22 amazing authors,✨ and register FREE now to attend! www.tweensread.com

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 2d

It’s giving Stars Hollow Books. 😍

Happy Gilmore girls, cozy sweaters, tea and a book, reading late by the fire, falling in love with fictional characters, buying more pumpkins than is strictly responsible season to all who celebrate. 🍂📖☕️

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 3d

Preorder campaign! 👑

Preorder A QUEEN'S MATCH, the breathtaking sequel to A QUEEN'S GAME by New York Times bestselling author Katharine McGee, with us to receive a ✨signed and personalized copy!✨

Order by October 20 to receive personalization! Details: buff.ly/1zY0Czj

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 3d

Did you know that we have a Teen Advisory Board?

This group of thoughtful, local teen readers selects the books for our YA subscription program, "Another Shade of Blue"— chosen by teens for all YA readers. 🔥

You can learn more here! buff.ly/8XG2MeZ

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 3d

✨Audiobook sale!✨

Friends, we know many of you are looking for an alternative to Am@zon's Audible.

We encourage you to check out @libro.fm, which supports indie bookshops like us. 😍 Today is the last day to shop their amazing Indie Bookshop Appreciation Sale!

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 3d

Register free now for ✨today's✨ virtual event with @charlottestein.bsky.social, celebrating her new novel DEALING WITH A DESPERATE DEMON! 🧡 Charlotte will appear in conversation with @oliviawaite.com.

We hope you'll join us, friends! Register free here: buff.ly/kaYasQN

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4d

Hey, YA readers! ⭐

Join us in the bookshop to meet New York Times bestselling author @mjgwrite.bsky.social! We'll be celebrating the new book in his Above the Black trilogy for teens, AMONG SERPENTS. 🐍

See event details and RSVP here! buff.ly/KCa3RVh

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4d

Next Saturday! Join us for an event with USA Today bestselling author @lynnekelly.bsky.social (Song for a Whale), celebrating her new #mglit novel, THREE BLUE HEARTS. 🐙

We can't wait to see you there! buff.ly/BFlAVCW

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4d

On October 25, join us for one of our favorite events... the ✨Tweens Read Book Festival!✨

This FREE festival connects tween readers with amazing middle grade authors. Attend panels, ask questions, & get your books signed! 🥳

Register FREE now to attend! buff.ly/N6XwAxz

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4d

Happy Saturday, dear friends!

It's a beautiful day in the bookshop. Come shop seasonal reads, great picks for Halloween storytime, and buzzy fall releases. 🍂

We can't wait to see you!

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 4d

Looking forward to it!!

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Marc J Gregson @mjgwrite.bsky.social · 4d

I'm coming to Houston and will be doing an event with @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 5d

Register free now for this Sunday's virtual event with @charlottestein.bsky.social, celebrating her new novel DEALING WITH A DESPERATE DEMON! 🧡 Charlotte will appear in conversation with @oliviawaite.com.

We hope you'll join us, friends! Register free here: buff.ly/TAIar1B

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 5d

Preorder campaign! ❤️🔥

Preorder your copy of NYT bestselling author @authorjelle.bsky.social's new YA romantasy, FORTRESS OF AMBROSE, with us to receive a signed, personalized copy and gorgeous character overlay!

Orders must be placed by next Wednesday, 10/15. buff.ly/dp4Xfaw

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