
April 26 is Independent Bookstore Day!
This will be the 12th annual Independent Bookstore Day: Fifty States. 1600 Bookstores. And lots and lots of FUN!

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The Serviceberry: Abundance and Reciprocity in the Natural World
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The Wedding People: A Novel
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(10/07/25 PREORDER) Mate
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(10/28/25 PREORDER) The Black Wolf: A Novel (Chief Inspector Gamache Novel, 20)
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(5/06/25 PREORDER) My Friends: A Novel
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Bookstores in Eastern Kansas You Need to Visit
After a recent trip to Salina, we took the long way home to see a few bookstores we had never visited. If you're ever out in southeastern Kansas, add these...
Bookstores in Eastern Kansas You Need to Visit
After a recent trip to Salina, we took the long way home to see a few bookstores we had never visited. If you're ever out in southeastern Kansas, add these...
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We love these local authors from Kansas City
One of the best things about working in an independent bookstore is being able to meet (and support!) so many incredible local authors. Here are some of our faves.
We love these local authors from Kansas City
One of the best things about working in an independent bookstore is being able to meet (and support!) so many incredible local authors. Here are some of our faves.
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4 Exciting Children's Books Coming in 2025
Dinosaurs, talking plants, and more! Upcoming titles for young kids and middle grade readers.
4 Exciting Children's Books Coming in 2025
Dinosaurs, talking plants, and more! Upcoming titles for young kids and middle grade readers.

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