Vroman’s: Kemi Ashing-Giwa discusses The Splinter in the Sky

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

A diverse, exciting debut space opera about a young tea expert who is taken as a political prisoner and recruited to spy on government officials-a role that may empower her to win back her nation's independence-perfect for fans of N.K. Jemisin and Nnedi Okorafor. The dust may have just settled in the failed war of […]

Vroman’s Special Story Time: Jazmyn Simon & Dule Hill read Repeat After Me: Big Things to Say Every Day

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

From parents and actors Jazmyn Simon and Dulé Hill comes a picture book filled with beautiful, inspiring affirmations reminding kiddos of their infinite wonder. Perfect for children of any age! I am worthy. I am loved. I am enough. Every child, no matter their age, needs to know how loved they are and, more importantly, […]

Vroman’s: Jeri Westerson Discusses The Isolated Sèance

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Sherlock Holmes's protégés Tim Badger and Benjamin Watson are catapulted into a tricky first case when a man is brutally murdered during a séance. London, 1895. Former Baker Street Irregular Tim Badger is determined to follow in the footsteps of his great mentor, Sherlock Holmes, by opening his own consulting detective agency with his partner, Benjamin […]

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Vroman’s: Melani Sie discuss Milk & Mocha Comics Collection

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Cozy up with a warm cup of tea and follow the sweet scenes of Milk and Mocha, from the popular webcomic @milkmochabear. Milk and Mocha share their sweet slice-of-life moments in this new collection, including never-before-seen comics! Milk and Mocha are charming bears with opposite personalities. These uplifting comics remind us of the sweet moments […]

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Vroman’s: Special Storytime Brigette Barrager reading from Harmony & Echo

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

In a magical underwater world, a mermaid learns to overcome shyness and stage fright as she prepares for the Mermaid Ballet. A picture book that dazzles readers with the debut of two irresistible mermaids--Harmony and Echo--from the co-creator of the bestselling Uni the Unicorn! Harmony is chill. She is carefree and fun and loves to stop […]

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Vroman’s: Ottessa Moshfegh discusses Lapvona

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Little Marek, the abused and delusional son of the village shepherd, believes his mother died giving birth to him. One of Marek's few consolations is his enduring bond with the blind village midwife, Ina, who suckled him when he was a baby. For some people, Ina's ability to receive transmissions of sacred knowledge from the […]

Vroman’s: Thea Glassman discusses Freaks, Gleeks, and Dawson’s Creek

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

The modern television landscape is defined by influential and ambitious shows for and about teenagers. Groundbreaking series like Euphoria, Sex Education, and Pen15 dominate awards season and lead the way when it comes to progressive, diverse, and creative storytelling. So how did we get here from Beverly Hills, 90210? In Freaks, Gleeks, and Dawson's Creek, entertainment journalist Thea Glassman takes readers […]

Vroman’s Local Author Day

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Robbin Kay Beohourou presents Self-Love: Keys to Solving Your Problems from the Inside Out Life is happening; you can't stop it nor control it completely. Through genuine self-love, you can get through the various problems in life. Self-love gives you the opportunity to be accountable and responsible for your life. Do you want to learn to not […]

Vroman’s Local Author Day – Young Readers Edition

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

Paul LeDoux presents The Magical Soccer Ball The Magical Soccer Ball is an inspiring story for anyone, not just young soccer enthusiasts, with positive lessons about childhood fears and difficulties. This book uses straightforward, humorous writing and simple illustrations to entertain while teaching the value of treating even throw-away objects with care. Ultimately, the book's big lesson is […]

Vroman’s: Callie C. Miller discusses The Hunt for the Hollower

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

The great wizard Merlyn prophesized that his seventh descendant would do wonderful, miraculous things--baffling everyone when his great-great-many-times-great grandchild turns out to be twins. Soon enough, however, it becomes clear which sibling is the Septimum Genus: Percy is a natural with magic. Merlynda (to put it simply) is not. But Merlynda doesn't mind. Percy has […]

Vroman’s: Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett present Hattie Harmony: Opening Night

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

**SOLD OUT** In this sequel to the #1 New York Times bestselling Hattie Harmony: Worry Detective by Elizabeth Olsen and Robbie Arnett, Hattie shares new tools for managing anxiety, just in time for opening night of the school play. It's opening night of the school play and there are plenty of nerves to go around! There are lines to […]

Vroman’s: Amy Spalding and Courtney Kae discuss For Her Consideration and In the Event of Love

Vroman's Bookstore 695 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA, United States

For Her Consideration: Since a crushing breakup three years ago, Nina Rice has written romance, friends, her dreams of scriptwriting for TV, and even LA proper out of her life. Instead, she's safely out in the suburbs in her aunt's condo working her talent agency job from home, managing celebrity email accounts, and certain that's plenty […]

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