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If you are planning on attending an event & getting a book signed you must pre-purchase a book.
Options: You can purchase a book online, you can stop in to purchase a book and ticket or you can give us a call Naperville (630) 355-2665 | Downers Grove (630) 963-2665
* Tickets for events will only be held for purchased books, tickets or event books will
not be held for books that have not been purchased or that have been put on hold.
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Meet Adam Rex, the author of The True Meaning of Smekday, when he visits with Cold Cereal. It’s the first in a magically delicious illustrated new trilogy, and is a hilarious modern-day retelling of King Arthur perfect for reluctant readers. Cold Cereal is part action-adventure, part fantasy, and completely fun for middle readers.
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Our first public program for Naperville READS 2012 is with internationally touring writer, storyteller, and performance artist Antonio Sacre. Born in Boston to a Cuban father and an Irish-American mother, Sacre is now Los Angeles-based. He will be discussing his children’s books, including The Barking Mouse, A Mango in the Hand: A Story Sold Through Proverbs, La Noche Buena: A Christmas Story. Free tickets for this special event are available at Anderson’s in Naperville or at Naperville Public Library locations.
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Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys is this month’s selections for Our Not for Kids Only Book Club, for adults who like to read books for children and teens. Read the book, then come ready to share your thoughts. |
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How blissful to welcome Kathryn Littlewood, with her new book, Bliss. Twelve-year-old Rose Bliss wants to work magic in her family’s bakery as her parents do, but when they are called away and Rose and her siblings are left in charge, the magic goes awry and a beautiful stranger tries to talk Rose into giving her the Bliss Cookery Booke.
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Come to our bewitching hour to celebrate Bewitching with #1 New York Times author Alex Flinn. This teen twist on fairy tale favorites is a modern mash-up of classics. Complete fantasy fun. Join us! |
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Another exciting visit by a group of talented authors for young adults. We’re thrilled to roll out the red carpet for Marie Lu (Legend), Beth Revis (A Million Suns), Andrea Cremer (Wolfsbane and Bloodrose-both Nightshade Novels), and Jessica Spotswood (Born Wicked). Their books will leave you breathless!
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The sequel to Marianne Malone’s The Sixty-Eight Rooms is now available, and young fans of magic, mystery and adventure will be thrilled. It’s another escapade in Chicago’s famous Thorne Rooms in Stealing Magic. Meet the author! |
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Meet 1/2 of the fanciest duo-the creators of Fancy Nancy world-when Jane O’Connor visits with the latest title in their glittery glam collection. Bran new is Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet, a fancy, frilly ballet story with a lot of heart. Swim in and join us!
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For all who care about Children’s Literature. We’re delighted to feature our special guest authors: Gordon Korman, Jane O’Connor and David Small. The morning includes a full breakfast (breakfast service begins at 7:30), book talks, many Illinois authors and illustrators, door prizes and book sales. CPDU credits will be available. Tickets are $55. Reservations are required. Call (630) 820-2802 for details.
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Silly class clown George Brown is back in Attack of the Tighty Whities!, book #7 in the popular series for young readers. Come to Anderson’s and clown around with the author Nancy Krulik. A fun and funny evening! |
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We’re delighted to host a special event for our friend and neighbor, Luis Urrea, who celebrates the tenth NapervilleREADS season with his new book, Queen of America. It’s an epic novel of love, loss, and miracles in a restless America starring the remarkable heroine of Urrea’s The Hummingbird’s Daughter. We’re thrilled to congratulate our 2012 Adult Naperville Reads author! Free tickets for this special public event are available at Anderson’s in Naperville or at Naperville Public Library locations.
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Spend a Super Strawberry Shortcake Saturday at Anderson’s! Join us for free silly activities and storytime fun. Both stores are participating. Please come play with us and celebrate Strawberry Shortcake. It’ll be sweet! |
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- Ticketed Offsite Event: Purchase required to attend. |
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- In-Store Event: Purchase the new book at Anderson's to receive a number for the signing line. |
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- RSVP: No fee to attend, please call to make a reservation. |
