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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 6h

✨Special preorder offer!✨ Preorder Katherine Quinn's new book,THE GOLDEN HUNTRESS, with us to receive a signed, personalized copy! Katherine will also include a beautiful art print while supplies last. 😍 Order by 11/24 to guarantee personalization! buff.ly/UvfDim3

The cover of THE GOLDEN HUNTRESS by Katherine Quinn. The cover features a golden bow and arrow partially submerged in glittering sand. The dark gold title treatment sparkles. The cover image bleeds over into sprayed edges, which also feature a vertical arrow.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 8h

We're thrilled to welcome Ron Rindo to discuss his book LIFE, DEATH, AND GIANTS. He'll appear in conversation with Valerie Koehler during our Tough Broads book club. We love this book—Valerie calls it "the most unique novel you will read this year." Join us! buff.ly/zMlonmf

A graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with Ron Rindo, discussing his book LIFE, DEATH, AND GIANTS. The event will be held on October 27, 2026 at 7:00pm CT at Blue Willow Bookshop. This event will be held as part of the Tough Broads Out at Night Book Club, and Valerie Koehler will lead the conversation.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 9h

You're invited to the next meeting of our banned books club, I'm With the Banned. 🔥 We will discuss MEXICAN WHITEBOY by Matt de la Peña. All are welcome to attend. We'd love to see you there! buff.ly/GUyY30R

A graphic promoting the next meeting of I'm With the Banned, Blue Willow Bookshop's new banned books club. On the right is the cover image of the book the group will be reading, MEXICAN WHITEBOY by Matt de la Peña. The graphic reads: "I'm With the Banned. Next meeting: October 13th at 11:00am CT Blue Willow Bookshop All are welcome. Don't forget: Get 15% off the book club pick when you buy it at Blue Willow!"

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 11h

Lords and ladies, the queens of Blue Willow are welcoming a special guest to the bookshop: Caldecott Honoree Shawn Harris! 👑 Join us next Tuesday to celebrate his beauteous new picture book, DUEL. ⚔️ Prithee, honor us with your presence! buff.ly/YxEpBwi

A graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with Shawn Harris, discussing his new picture book, DUEL. The event will be held on October 6, 2026 at 5:00pm CT at Blue Willow Bookshop.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 12h

The next time you're in, swing by our staff picks corner. ✨ There are some true gems!

A photo taken inside an indie bookshop. In the foreground, a small shelf displays recent releases, faced out. In the background, there is a wall of wooden bookshelves that are full of books.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Friends, did you know that we host seven free-to-attend book clubs here at Blue Willow? 😍 We'd love to see you at one or more of our clubs! Visit our website for the details, including when each club meets and what we're reading next. All are welcome! buff.ly/1mIWQPt

A blue graphic reads, "Blue Willow Book Clubs, All are welcome." Above and below the title, there are the six covers of the books each club will be reading for upcoming meetings. To learn more about our book clubs and to see our monthly picks, visit our website: bluewillowbookshop.com/book-clubs

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

We're delighted to welcome National Book Award finalist @yesimhotinthis.bsky.social to the bookshop to celebrate HUDA F WOULD LOVE YOU?, her new graphic novel! 💜 We're so excited for this event. Join us, Houston! buff.ly/VjuaTIE

A graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with Huda Fahmy, celebrating her new graphic novel, HUDA F WOULD LOVE YOU?. The event will be held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 7:00pm CT at Blue Willow Bookshop.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Our front display is always full of beautiful new releases. 💙

A photo of a display in a bookshop, in front of the wooden checkout desk. The wooden shelves are full of new releases, placed face out. On top of the checkout desk, there are displays of bookish stickers.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We're SO excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author @theallycarter.bsky.social to Houston to celebrate her new book, IT'S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE MURDER! 🎄 Join us, friends! 😍 You can see all the details and get your tickets here: buff.ly/JkRFwHE

A graphic promoting a ticketed event with Ally Carter, celebrating her new book, It's Beginning to Look a Lot Like Murder. The event will take place on Saturday, October 17 at 4:00pm Blue Willow Bookshop. Each ticket includes entry to the event for one person plus one copy of the book.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Let's have a Scrabble Afternoon at the bookshop! 😍 Join us for afternoon of wordy fun. 🙌 We'll be joined by a representative from Merriam Webster, who will facilitate an afternoon of Scrabble games. We'd love to see you there, friends! buff.ly/HFj1MNB

A graphic highlighting a Scrabble Afternoon at Blue Willow Bookshop. It reads, "Join us for an afternoon of wordy fun with Merriam Webster!" The event will take place October 17 at 1:00pm at Blue Willow Bookshop.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Dear friends, you're invited to our nonfiction book club, Just the Facts, Ma'am! We will discuss BRAIDING SWEETGRASS: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. We'd love to see you there! buff.ly/ZPu9DYH

A graphic promoting the next meeting of Just the Facts, Ma'am, Blue Willow Bookshop's nonfiction book club. On the left is the cover image of the book the group will be reading, BRAIDING SWEETGRASS: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants by Robin Wall Kimmerer. The graphic reads: "Next meeting: October 23rd at 11:00am CT at Blue Willow Bookshop. All are welcome. Don't forget: Get 15% off the book club pick when you buy it at Blue Willow."

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We love our newest subscription, the Children's Holiday Box! One of our favorite ways to celebrate the holidays is with a good book. 💙 This subscription includes six board books to help you and your youngest readers enjoy these special days together. Learn more: buff.ly/gKrp6Cf

A graphic promoting Blue Willow's "Children's Holiday Box" subscription for newborns to two-year-olds. The graphic features holiday images, including Valentine's Day cards and Halloween baskets. It reads, "Blue Willow Holiday Boxes for young readers. Celebrate these special days with hand-picked holiday board books! bluewillowbookshop.com/HolidayBox"

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

We're so excited for our event with debut author Juniper Klein, celebrating her richly imagined YA fantasy, WHERE THE BONES TOOK ROOT! 🗡️ If you love captivating magic, high stakes plot, and romantic tension, this book is for you. Join us, friends! buff.ly/FePleJF

A graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with Juniper Klein, discussing her debut book WHERE THE BONES TOOK ROOT. The event will be held on October 10, 2026 at 4:00pm CT at Blue Willow Bookshop.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

On October 24, join us for one of our favorite events of the year, the Tweens Read Book Festival! This FREE festival connects tween readers with amazing middle grade authors. Attend panels, ask questions, & get your books signed! 🥳 Register FREE now to attend, #Houston! buff.ly/zpOjZrZ

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

✨Silent Reading Party at the Bookshop!✨ Join us October 10 in the bookshop for a special Banned Books edition of our Silent Reading Party. There will be time to shop, and the annex will be open for reading. We'd love to see you there, friends! buff.ly/RyoE8mV

A graphic promoting a Silent Reading Party with a Banned Books theme at Blue Willow Bookshop on Saturday, October 10, 2026 from 11:00am-1:00pm CT. All are welcome.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We're delighted to welcome owner and chef of the Lost Kitchen, Erin French, to Houston to celebrate the stunning third volume in The Lost Kitchen cookbook series, Seize the Supper! Get your tickets now to join us, friends. See all the details here: buff.ly/AOLKEE7

A graphic promoting a ticketed event with Erin French, celebrating her new cookbook, he Lost Kitchen Volume 3: Seize the Supper. The event will take place on Friday, October 16 at 7:00pm Memorial Drive Presbyterian, 11612 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77024. Each ticket includes entry to the event for one person plus one pre-signed copy of the book.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

It’s a beautiful day in the bookshop! 😍 Welcome, y'all.

A picture of an indie bookshop, through the open door. Display tables and bookshelves are visible through the door. A small white and brown spotted dog peers out from inside.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

We're starting a club for middle grade readers! 😍 Join us next Saturday at 10:00am as we kick off our monthly middle grade meetup, a fun gathering of readers in the 8-12 range. We'll chat about books and more—we can't wait! buff.ly/HbuQ4MI

A graphic promoting a new book club at Blue Willow Bookshop for 4th-6th graders. It reads, "You're invited to our first MIDDLE GRADE MEETUP! Saturday, October 3 • 10:00am at Blue Willow Bookshop."

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Preorder campaign!✨ Preorder HUDA F WOULD LOVE YOU?, the new graphic novel by National Book Award finalist Huda Fahmy @yesimhotinthis.bsky.social to receive... 💜 A custom paper fan 💜 A signed + personalized (if you want!) copy of the book Preorder by 10/16! buff.ly/a8D23Bk

The cover of the graphic novel HUDA F WOULD LOVE YOU? by National Book Award Finalist Huda Fahmy. It features a young woman wearing a blue sparkly hijab and a green dress, clasping her hands. A speech bubble reads, "What's not to love?" The background is a purple event space, with a stage and tables and chairs decorated with floral centerpieces.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Love books and crafting? You're invited to our book club, ✨A Good Yarn!✨ We meet monthly to work on our yarn/needle projects and chat about books. 🧶 Our October book pick is DEATH AND OTHER OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS by Veronika Dapunt. See you there! buff.ly/o0Q1s6b

A graphic promoting the meeting of Blue Willow Bookshop's books and yarn crafts club, A Good Yarn. The event will be held on October 8, 2026 at 7:00pm CT at Blue Willow. All are welcome. There is a photo of the cover of the book which will be discussed at the meeting, DEATH AND OTHER OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS by Veronika Dapunt.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Happy Friday, y'all. It's time to discover your great weekend read! 📚✨

Out of focus in the foreground is a display of new paperback book releases, arranged face-out on a wooden table inside an indie bookshop. In the background, there are wooden bookshelves full of books.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today at 11:00am, please join us for our nonfiction book club, Just the Facts, Ma'am! We will discuss THE CHECKLIST MANIFESTO: How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande. See you soon, friends! buff.ly/Yhu1t2Y

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Next Thursday, join us for our mystery book club, Blue Herring! 🔎 We look forward to discussing FIVE by Ilona Bannister with you. All are welcome. See you there! buff.ly/PlAQnkt

A graphic promoting the next meeting of Blue Herring, Blue Willow Bookshop's mystery book club. On the right is the cover image of the book the group will be reading, FIVE by Ilona Bannister. The graphic reads: "You're invited to Blue Herring, Blue Willow's Mystery Book Club! Next meeting: October 1st at 11:00am CT at Blue Willow Bookshop. Don't forget: Get 15% off the book club pick when you buy it at Blue Willow! All are welcome. Please join us!"

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Friends, we're THRILLED to invite you to our event with #1 New York Times bestselling author Veronica Roth! ✨ We'll celebrate THE SIXTH FACTION, the first book in a bold new Divergent series. 😍 Get your tickets now to join us & get a signed deluxe hardback! buff.ly/M5cU6Gm

A graphic promoting a ticketed event with Veronica Roth, celebrating her new book, THE SIXTH FACTION. The event will take place on Wednesday, October 14 at 7:00pm at the British International School of Houston, 2203 North Westgreen Boulevard, Katy, TX 77449. Each ticket includes entry to the event for one person OR one adult and one teen, plus ONE pre-signed deluxe hardback copy of the book.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

TOMORROW! Please join us for our nonfiction book club, Just the Facts, Ma'am. We will discuss THE CHECKLIST MANIFESTO: How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande. See you there, friends! buff.ly/Yhu1t2Y

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It's a beary special preorder campaign! ❄️ Preorder BEAR WAKES UP by Houston-based creator Lisa Chow with us to receive... 🐻 A paper doll bear 🐻 A signed, personalized copy of the picture book This is a delightful read-aloud, friends. Preorder by 11/4! buff.ly/Q7aDyuw

A graphic highlighting the preorder campaign for BEAR WAKES UP, the new picture book by Lisa Chow. At the top, text reads: "PREORDER BEAR WAKES UP from Blue Willow Bookshop and receive a signed copy and a paper bear doll." Beneath the text is the book cover, which features a brown bear with a red and white striped sleep mask pushed above his eyes. The bear looks nervous. On the right, a paper doll bear has a red speech bubble above it that reads, "Out November 10."

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Meet The Princess in Black! 😍 Don your costumes and come celebrate the newest book, THE PRINCESS IN BLACK AND THE TRICK OR TREATING TROUBLE! There will be a meet & greet with the Princess in Black costume character, and storytime at 5:00 PM. We're so excited! buff.ly/bcx9YT0

A graphic promoting an event celebrating the new book in The Princess in Black series. It reads, "Meet the Princess in Black! Storytime, costume contest, prizes, plus a meet and greet with the Princess in Black! Thursday, October 22nd from 4:30-5:30." The event takes place at Blue Willow Bookshop in Houston, 14532 Memorial Drive.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Dear storytime friends, Tomorrow's storytime theme is... Mushrooms! 🍄✨ We hope you can join Miss Lynette and Miss Kim tomorrow at 9:30am in the bookshop. Can't make it? We host toddler storytime each Thursday at 9:30am. We'd love to see you sometime!

Three picture books about mushrooms or fungi are displayed on a wooden table inside a bookshop. A plush toy of a rabbit and mushroom from the Richard Scarry book, I AM A BUNNY, sits beside the book by which it was inspired.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

TONIGHT, join us in welcoming two powerhouse cookbook creators to the bookshop! 💚 We're so excited to host Timothy Pakron, the Mississippi Vegan, to celebrate his new cookbook, GARDEN VARIETY. He'll be joined by Joy Wilson, AKA Joy the Baker! Don't miss it! buff.ly/eOwaOTG

A graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with Timothy Pakron, AKA The Mississippi Vegan, discussing his new cookbook, GARDEN VARIETY: Plant-Focused Recipes Inspired by My Garden. The event will be held on September 23, 2026 at 7:00pm CT at Blue Willow Bookshop.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Lords and ladies, the queens of Blue Willow are welcoming a special guest to the bookshop: Caldecott Honoree Shawn Harris! 👑 Join us to celebrate his beauteous new picture book, DUEL. ⚔️ Prithee, let nothing duel with your time—honor us with your presence! buff.ly/7emJbSv

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Tomorrow, two powerhouse cookbook creators are coming to the bookshop! 💚 Don't miss our event with Timothy Pakron, the Mississippi Vegan, as we celebrate his new cookbook, GARDEN VARIETY. He'll be joined by Joy Wilson, AKA Joy the Baker! We can't wait! buff.ly/eOwaOTG

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Bookshop anecdote: We’ve noticed the love for Halloween growing over the years! 🎃 Are you putting the “boo” in your bedtime books yet, friends? We have some delightful recommendations to share.

A wooden display table inside a bookshop, featuring Halloween themed books for young readers. In the background, there are wooden bookshelves full of books.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

📣 Houston, don't miss our event with winners of The Amazing Race and New York Times bestselling authors, Penn and Kim Holderness! We'll be celebrating their new book, GET IT DONE & HAVE FUN! The event will conclude with a meet & greet. Get your tickets now! buff.ly/InAcCN2

A graphic promoting a ticketed event with Penn and Kim Holderness, celebrating their new book, GET IT DONE & HAVE FUN!. The event will take place on Monday, October 5 at 5:00pm at St Thomas Presbyterian, 14100 Memorial Drive, Houston, TX 77079. Each ticket includes venue entry for up to FOUR family members and a signed copy of the book.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Did you know that we have a Teen Advisory Board? This group of thoughtful, local teen readers selects the books for our YA subscription program, "Another Shade of Blue"— chosen by teens for all YA readers. 🔥 You can learn more here! buff.ly/X72d6eb

A graphic introducing Blue Willow Bookshop's Teen Advisory Board. It reads, "Meet Blue Willow Bookshop's Teen Advisory Board." Beneath this header is a Polaroid photo of the new Board members, captioned "The 2026-2027 Teen Advisory Board." A text box beneath the image reads, "These Houston-area students read, review, and select the books for our quarterly YA subscription, Another Shade of Blue. bluewillowbookshop.com/TeenAdvisoryBoard

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Good morning, dear friends. We're wishing you a wonderful week!

The exterior of an indie bookshop. The façade is brick, with blue and white painted wood detailing and windows with white trim. The front door is wooden and flanked by two flower pots.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Looking for a special gift for the newest reader in your life? We offer subscriptions of hand-selected books for newborns to four year-olds! Learn more here, and don't hesitate to give us a call with any questions. buff.ly/di3W5fS

A graphic with a purple watercolor background, promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's gift subscriptions for babies and toddlers. It reads, "Celebrate your youngest readers with hand-selected books!" The subscriptions are called Baby's First Year, Now We Are One, Two Much Fun, Three and Me, and More for Four. Learn more at bluewillowbookshop.com/BabySubscriptions.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

Friends, we know many of you are looking for an alternative to Am@zon's Audible. Check out @libro.fm—your purchases support our bookshop! 😍 Use code SWITCH to get two bonus audiobook credits when you sign up for a new one-credit per month membership. buff.ly/Hras4D4

A graphic reads, "Divest from big tech, and reinvest in community." Beneath this header, there are two photos of a bookshop—one of bookshelves, one of the outside of the shop—with a filter that slightly washes them out. Arrows point to the photos beside text that reads "Blue Willow Bookshop, est. 1996."

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Mark your calendars for one of our favorite events of the year, the Tweens Read Book Festival! This FREE festival connects tween readers with amazing middle grade authors. Attend panels, ask questions, & get your books signed! 🥳 Register FREE now to attend, #Houston! buff.ly/jb3CoBi

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

It's beginning to feel like fall inside the bookshop! 📚🍂

A wooden display table inside a bookshop, featuring Halloween themed books for young readers. The front of the table is decorated with a garland of jack-o'-lanterns.

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

We are starting a club for middle grade readers! 😍 Join us October 3 at 10:00am as we kick off our monthly middle grade meetup, a fun gathering of readers in the 8-12 range. We'll chat about books and more—we can't wait! buff.ly/bNCf7n3

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Next Friday, join us for our nonfiction book club, Just the Facts, Ma'am! We will discuss THE CHECKLIST MANIFESTO: How to Get Things Right by Atul Gawande. See you there, friends! buff.ly/Yhu1t2Y

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