LAP DESKS

I have searched high and low for 2 years looking for lap desks and finally found them. I use mine everyday for all sorts of things, writing either in bed or on my lap in front of the TV, breakfast in bed, reading etc.. Maybe it is just me but I think everyone should have one. The best is that they aren't terribly expensive. A great graduation, mother's day or birthday present!!

NEW FROM MELISSA & DOUG

Very cool build-your-own Mighty Jet Plane...ages 6 and up.

For the little ones, Sound and Shape Puzzle and Chunky Puzzle Shapes...ages 2 and up.

New floor puzzle called "Going Places." It's 4 separate puzzles in one box for ages 3 and up.

PILLARS OF THE EARTH

It's Mimi here...........Just finished possibly one of the best books I have read this year. "Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett. It's the story of the building of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge, England. Sounds like it could be boring but it's NOT, actually it's a true page turner, the kind of book that all you want to do is read it!! The best part is he has just published another story placed in the same town "World Without End". I can't wait to start that one! For those of you who not enjoy long books you can forget this one because it's a tome, 900 plus pages!!!

I have just started reading "Shantaram" and will let you know about this one when I am a little farther into it. So far though it has definately caught my attention.

INPUT REQUESTED FROM OUR PATRONS

As some of you know from emails and this blog and visits to the store, we do a monthly Wine, Cheese and a Book, Please event the third Thursday of each month. We would like to liven things up a bit and are requesting your input either here by adding a comment, calling us at 508-748-1041 or stopping by the store as to your ideas of what you might like to see happen at these events. Poetry reading, special book discussions, theme night have all been suggested. Any takers on those or any other ideas? This is your local bookstore and we would like to have your input to make this event more meaningful for you.

In addition, if you have any suggestions for any other events that we could hold, please let us know as well.

Thank you for taking the time to respond.

and remember, so many books.... so little time....

Mimi