Simple Times: Crafts for Poor People by Amy Sedaris 11/2/10
Amy Sedaris, actress, sister of David Sedaris and author of the bestselling I Like You, gives us the how-to craft book only she could write. While it does contain a wizard duck costume, it’s more about being funny than being crafty.
Full Dark, No Stars by Stephen King 11/9/10
This collection of four novellas look at the limits of greed, revenge, & self-deception. “Fair Extension" follows the relationship between a man & the best friend on whom he preternaturally shifts all his bad luck & misfortune.
Cross Fire by James Patterson 11/15/10
Cross's wedding plans are put on hold as he is called to D.C. where two of Washington's dirtiest politicians have been killed. As more bodies start piling up, one wonders whether the shooter is a hero or vigilante. Cross’ deadliest adversary shows up in the 17th in the Alex Cross series.
An Object of Beauty by Steve Martin 11/23/10
Lacey Yeager is an ambitious young art dealer ready to do anything to advance in the high-end art world of New York City. Starting at the bottom, she manipulates her way up through a couple of different galleries, sleeping with patrons, & making questionable deals until she opens her own gallery in Chelsea. Includes photos & details of artworks.
Of Love and Evil by Anne Rice 11/30/10
Former assassin Toby O’Dare continues his quest for salvation when he is transported to 15th c. Rome to respond to the prayer of a Jewish physician named Vitale whose best friend has been poisoned & whose house is haunted by an angry spirit. Book 2 in Songs of the Seraphim.
From the Bookshelves of the Booksellers
So, what are you reading right now?
“Robinson Crusoe by Daniel Defoe. It was written almost 300 years ago so the language is very different from what I’m used to, but it’s really been a joy to read.” Blake, Bookseller
“The Walking Dead by Robert Kirkman. It’s really interesting to see a take on the zombie outbreak that’s less about being scary and more about what happens psychologically to the people who are trying to survive. The new show is pretty good too.” - Angela, Bookseller
NOVEMBER MOVIES (based on books!)
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Pt 1 (Rated PG-13)
Dumbledore is dead. Voldemort is getting stronger. The Boy Who Lived is about to face the most important battle of his life. One of the most highly anticipated movies of the year finally hits theaters Nov 19th.
Fair Game (Rated R)
When her husband discloses some unpopular information about the war in Iraq, a CIA agent’s identity is revealed by her own government, jeopardizing her mission and destroying her career. Based on real life events described in Valerie Wilson’s memoir, this film is due out Nov 19th.
Tangled (Rated PG)
In this spirited retelling of the Grimm fairy tale, a sassy Rapunzel with some dangerous hair leaves her tower to join a bandit named Flynn and go on the biggest adventure of her life. The first CGI Disney princess will be coming to theaters in 3D Nov 24th.
Love and Other Drugs (Rated R)
Jake Gyllenhaal plays Jamie, a pharmaceutical salesman who’s just landed the biggest account of the year. Co-starring Anne Hathaway and based on the bestselling memoir Hard Sell: The Evolution of a Viara Salesman by Jamie Reidy, in theaters Nov 24th.
The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest (Rated R)
Salander survived a bullet in the head, but that’s just the beginning of her troubles in the final installment of Stieg Larsson’s trilogy. This movie saw limited release in the US in October but is finally playing in Tulsa at the Circle Cinema beginning Nov 19th.
[Editor's note: I knew they wouldn't let us down.]
KIDS CORNER!
Happy Birthday to some legends in the world of children’s literature.
Nov 14th—Astrid Lindgren, Pippy Longstocking
Nov 21st - Elizabeth George Speare, The Witch of Blackbird Pond
Nov 24th - Frances Hodgson Burnett, The Secret Garden, Carlo Collodi, Pinocchio
Nov 25th—Charles Schulz, "Peanuts," PD Eastman, Are You My Mother?
Nov 29th—CS Lewis, The Chronicles of Narnia, Louisa May Alcott, Little Women, Madeleine L’Engle, A Wrinkle In Time
Nov 30th - L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables
Don't forget, Gardner's has the best deals on kids' books, with some as low as 25 cents and hundreds at buy one get one free!
American Indian Heritage Month
As Thanksgiving approaches we can also take pride in celebrating National American Indian Heritage Month this November. In addition to our regular history section, Gardner’s has shelves of books on Native Americans, both for children and adults, and well as special sections for books on the city of Tulsa and the state of Oklahoma. It’s a great time of year to learn more about our history as we remember the origins of one of our most celebrated national holidays.
PROFILE: Michael Connelly
Michael Connelly is an Edgar award-winning mystery writer and one of our Special Authors at Gardner’s. His books are located near our checkout area along with an array of other great mystery writers. He has written 22 novels & edited several mystery anthologies. He decided to become a writer when he discovered the works of Raymond Chandler in his college days. With a major in journalism and a minor in creative writing he worked with a couple of Florida newspapers, before moving onto a job as a crime reporter for the LA Times.
After working the crime beat for three years, Connelly penned his first novel entitled The Black Echo, featuring his most famous character, Harry Bosch. It won the Edgar award for best first novel.
Several books later, Connelly released what has now become one of his better known titles, Blood Work. An FBI agent receives a heart transplant but feels terrible realizing someone had to die so that he could live. He then pursues his donor’s murderer. The book was adapted into a 2002 film directed by & starring Clint Eastwood.
Connelly has multiple series but characters all live in the same universe. Harry Bosch has shown up twice in the Mickey Haller series, & Jack McEvoy has shown up in once in both the Haller series & the Bosch series.
Connelly's newest book, The Fifth Witness, will be released April 5, 2011 . It is the fourth book in the ever growing Mickey Haller series. (Click here for a full bibliography)
Gardner’s Tax Service
Gardner’s Tax Service has been providing quality service with a personal touch since 1976. Family-owned, we’re here to help your family, whether that be with your personal tax returns or your own small business. We’re open all year long from 9am—4pm, with extended hours of 8am—8pm during the tax season. We accept both appointments and walk-ins, so give us a call or come down and see us, just about a mile south of the bookstore.
Gatsby’s Grill - Feeling Special?
Whether you feel like having some comfort food or trying something new, Gatsby’s Grill has a special for you, from classic, “home-cooked” fare like chicken fried steak, pork chops, and red dirt roast beef to seafood like crab and fish cakes with American sauce, fried shrimp, and coconut sole. Their Little Rascal burger is a great addition to their kids menu, so bring the family and treat yourselves 7am – 8pm Monday thru Friday or 8am – 8pm on Saturday, inside the bookstore. (Closed for Thanksgiving)
NANOWRIMO
November is also National Novel Writing Month, or Nanowrimo, as it's known to some. Every year thousands of both professional & amateur authors alike take up the challenge of writing a 300-page novel in one month, the idea being to hit the ground running & get as much on the page as quickly as possible. After all, you can always edit later. So go ahead—write it!
SPOTLIGHT ON: A. Lee Martinez
If you like sci-fi/fantasy/horror with a twist of humor, then A. Lee Martinez might be the author for you. Martinez is the author of seven novels & a few short stories. In his first novel, Gil's All Fright Diner, a southern vampire and werewolf stop at a diner in the middle of nowhere that just happens to be targeted by zombies, hauntings and occult activity. In another work, The Automatic Detective, a robot taxi driver in a futuristic world turns private detective when his neighbors go missing. And for you fantasy readers out there, In the Company of Ogres is right up your alley. Dead Ned is chosen to lead a group of Ogres who have been deemed unleadable. Ned's inability to die makes him perfect for the job and hilarity ensues. Any of Martinez's works are good for a laugh so pick one up today.
JUST FOR FUN…
...who’s your favorite villain?
“Tony Soprano or Hannibal Lecter. Soprano is the psychopath we sometimes wish we could be. Lechter is pure evil--but witty/erudite.” Sandy, Legal asst.
“The Joker - he’s all over the place. Psycho, sadistic, & cold-hearted but oddly funny.” Bobbie Adair, Singer/songwriter
“Dr. Klaw. Because who needs any part of the body other than a hand to pet your cat.” Laura, Insurance Salesperson
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