Spoken word artist and publisher David A. Romero releases his debut novel, The Enemy Sleeps, a supernatural thriller. Readings followed by Q&A with a Special Guest. Who killed Eliza Vazquez? As a Mexican-American family moves from Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, into the sleepy suburban town of Harper, they are met with suspicion. Who is the so-called […]
From the award-winning author of Hula, a dazzling saga that moves from Hawaii to California and back, about the generations of women tasked with protecting the history and place that made them. A young woman lies in a hospital bed in a coma, watched over by her estranged grandmother. Some say she jumped off the […]
The Pasadena Conservatory of Music will be putting on a special musical storytime with featured book: The Bourbon Street Band Is Back by Edward Shankman. Caregivers and children aged 3-9 will enjoy story, craft activities, creative movement, and a mini-concert!
This limited deluxe edition is printed with one-of-a-kind etched, gold foil edges, stunning foil on the case, and a striking printed endpaper map! "The ruthless, remarkable world you've been waiting for." --Chloe Gong, #1 New York Times-bestselling author of These Violent Delights "A twisty, dark academia fantasy . . . I was hooked from the […]
In Five Years meets a millennial The Joy Luck Club in the adult debut from the author of YA Reese Pick Throwback-- a funny and fresh love story of a woman thrown a curveball by fate, and the family secret that will make her question everything. She knows what her happily ever after looks like. […]
From lifestyle trailblazer and author of The Afrominimalist's Guide To Living with Less, a practical guide to move beyond decluttering your space and, instead, declutter your life. Less Is Liberation welcomes those who are tired and weary to embark upon a journey of self-discovery. This is an invitation to understand the interconnectedness of overwhelm and […]
Join Mr. Steve and Ms. Marie on February 11th at 11 am for a special Valentine' s-themed storytime. We will be doing Valentine's crafts and celebrating all types of love with some fun reads and lovely songs!
Playhouse Village Foundation looks forward to welcoming you to A Night Out in Playhouse Village at the legendary Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena – an evening for the community to come together and enjoy comedy, food, silent and live auctions. This event is made possible through the generosity of our host, Johnny Buss and the […]
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • In this riveting dark fantasy debut, a woman with missing memories fights to survive a war-torn world of necromancy and alchemy—and the man tasked with unearthing the deepest secrets of her past. A SHE READS BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR “What is it you think you’re protecting in that […]
Morocco is a country known for the intricacy and breadth of its craftsmanship. While men produce many of the country's artisanal goods, rug weaving has, for centuries, been the domain of women. Across Morocco’s tribal regions, distinct weaving styles reflect local histories, outside influences, and the aesthetics of the Amaizgh, indigenous weavers. As stewards of cultural […]
A "gripping, unshakeable firsthand account" (San Francisco Chronicle) of the firestorm that consumed Los Angeles, from the MS NOW reporter and New York Times bestselling author of Separated, who covered the fires on the ground as an LA native. "Read like a sci-fi thriller." --Los Angeles Times On the morning of January 7, 2025, a […]
She can handle the press...but can she handle the Palace? With the British monarchy reeling from a wave of scandals, young American politico Lauren Morgan is plucked from the White House press office to breathe new life into the Buckingham Palace communications team and improve the royal family’s streak of bad headlines. But the Palace […]
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