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 June 9, 2009 was indeed a festive night at the bookstore. The charming and delightful 94-year-old Micky Moore talked about his decades in film, and signed copies of his memoir, My Magic Carpet of Films, for over 150 people who came to see him. Delicious cookies, ripe strawberries and ice-cold lemonade were laden on the table outside the bookstore, beautifully set up by Micky's two lovely daughters. Everyone was filled with joy and love for this amazing mentor and teacher to many. Micky told numerous wonderful stories from his decades of experience in front of, and behind, the camera. Anyone with any interest at all in the film industry will enjoy this memoir, filled with incredible photos from throughout the ages. Get your signed copy while they last, at Village Books! Call 310-454-4063 or email us at
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(Micky, shown here with Village Books' Connie Goetz and Jessica Lamden on the left, and Judi Devin the right. Judi helped Micky write, organize and get the book published.) |
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 Once again there is a bumper crop of new books in the store to take you through the summer months. From the latest thrillers to the newest "chick lit," we have something for everyone. Come in and stock up on the best new fiction and non-fiction, in hardcover or paperback, before you head out of town. Or if you're taking a "stay-cation" right here at home, let us recommend a few books that will make you feel like you've gotten away. And don't miss the big new releases expected in August from Pat Conroy and Richard Russo!! Click on "Read More" below for a complete list of suggestions. Summer is here and the reading is easy! |
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 Once again, Village Books is happy to sponsor a book club discussion, open to the public and facilitated by Kathy Jackson, Ph.D. On Sunday, July 26 at 6:00 PM, Kathy will lead a discussion of The Clothes on Their Backs by Linda Grant. Short-listed for the Man Booker Prize in 2008, The Clothes on Their Backs is an enchanting portrait of a woman who, having endured unbearable loss, finds solace in the family secrets her estranged uncle reveals. In vivid and supple prose, Grant subtly constructs a powerful story of family, love, and the hold the past has on the present. Come in, call or email Village Books to reserve your spot! As always, we offer a 15% off the price of the book. There is a $10 facilitator fee to attend the discussion. |
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 Anyone who has ever wondered what they can do to support Village Books, and to ensure its continued survival - in addition, of course, to buying books!! - will be happy to know about a new charitable organization called Palisades Village Book Friends. You can make a donation to Palisades Village Book Friends (PVBF) that will help underwrite community literary events including, but not limited to, the weekly author readings and book signings we host here at Village Books. PVBF has applied for tax-exempt status as a public charity and donations made at this time will be retroactively tax-deductible to the date of filing, February 5. According to Katie O'Laughlin, owner of Village Books, "This ongoing financial support will provide vital cash flow for my store." Donations can be sent to Palisades Village Book Friends, P.O. Box 1553, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272.
Suggested donor levels are: $100 - $499 Caldecott Friends $500 - $999 Newbery Friends $1,000 - $1,499 Booker Friends $1,500 - $1,999 Pulitzer Friends $2,000 and above Nobel Friends To read more about Palisades Village Book Friends, and this exciting new opportunity to support Village Books, see the article in the April 2 edition of the Palisadian-Post. |
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