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A photo of Sam, the owner of BHB, holding up "The Amalfi Curse" and "The Lost Apothecary" by Sarah Penner in front of a bookshelf. --- We are so excited to welcome New York Times and internationally bestselling author Sarah Penner to Kenosha for not one, but two special events on Thursday, April 9! Known for “The Lost Apothecary” and “The London Séance Society”, Sarah will be celebrating the paperback release of her newest novel, “The Amalfi Curse” — a sweeping adventure of history, mystery, and the high seas. Start the day with our VIP Luncheon in partnership with the Kenosha Women’s Network, featuring a delicious catered meal, a chance to hear Sarah speak up close about the book, and a special gift along with your beautiful paperback edition (gold foil + sprayed edges!). Also, join us that evening at historic Kemper Center for Sarah’s main event presentation, where she’ll discuss the inspiration behind “The Amalfi Curse”, answer audience questions, and sign books! Two opportunities to meet an incredible bestselling author right here in Kenosha. We can’t wait to celebrate this amazing release together! Get your tickets to the luncheon here: https://withfriends.co/event/27617265/vip_luncheon_with_sarah_penner Evening event here: https://withfriends.co/event/27617214/sarah_penner_in_kenosha

We are so excited to welcome NYT & internationally bestselling author Sarah Penner to Kenosha for not one, but two special events on April 9th!

Known for “The Lost Apothecary” and “The London Séance Society”, Sarah will be celebrating the paperback release of her newest novel, “The Amalfi Curse”

A graphic with a cream colored background and it says- BLUE HOUSE BOOKS PRESENTS: INDEPENDENT BOOKSTORE DAY! Saturday, April 25th, 10 am to 5 pm at Blue House Books. SAVE THE DATE! Shopping | Deals | Giveaways | Author Appearances. --- 📚 SAVE THE DATE 📚 Our favorite day of the year is almost here! Join us Saturday, April 25 from 10AM–5PM as we celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Blue House Books. This national celebration is all about honoring locally owned bookstores, and we’re throwing a full-day book party to mark the occasion. Expect exclusive and limited items, amazing deals, tons of giveaways, raffles, and more throughout the day! We’ll also have a Breakfast Book Exchange in the morning at The Stella Hotel & Ballroom, plus a special Author Meet & Greet from 2–4PM featuring Molly Harper, Alka Joshi, and M.L. Rio!

📚 SAVE THE DATE 📚

Our favorite day of the year is almost here! Join us Saturday, April 25 from 10AM–5PM as we celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Blue House Books.

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A graphic of the indie-exclusive preorder campaign for "Sometimes I Scare Myself" by Jeneva Rose. It includes a deluxe hardcover, tarot card stickers, and a planchette bookmark. --- https://blue-house-books.com/preorders-exclusives/sometimes-i-scare-myself-preorder-campaign

If you didn’t get the memo, Jeneva Rose’s new book has been announced, and we’re taking orders for the indie-exclusive preorder campaign!

So why is there an image of me clutching caffeine like a life line? Bc I just got done processing 200+ orders!
There’s still plenty of time to preorder from us!

A picture of Skyler holding up the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse in the front of the bookstore.

A picture of Skyler holding up the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse and a fun, yellow branded keychain in the front of the bookstore.

A close-up photo of the keychain that has the book title on it and the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse. --- 💛 How cute is this?! Join us Thursday, March 12 at 6PM for “That’s What Friends Are For” with bestselling author Wade Rouse! Inspired by the iconic Golden Girls, Wade will be chatting about his hilarious and heartfelt new book, answering audience questions, and signing copies. And yes, everyone who attends gets this adorable keychain. Because if you’re coming to celebrate friendship, you might as well leave with a tiny reminder of it! Tickets are $34 for General Admission + a copy of “That’s What Friends Are For”, or $5 General Admission (event entry only) Grab your ticket before they disappear and come spend an evening talking books, friendship, and perfectly timed one-liners with us here: https://withfriends.co/event/27586764/thats_what_friends_are_for_wade_rouse_in_kenosha

💛 How cute is this?!

Join us Thursday, March 12 at 6PM for “That’s What Friends Are For” with Wade Rouse!

And yes, everyone who attends gets this adorable keychain. Because if you’re coming to celebrate friendship, you might as well leave with a tiny reminder of it!

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A graphic with a pink top and blue bottom. It also has the book, "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" by Darci Hannah and the author photos of Darci Hannah and Holy Danvers. It also says- BHB PRESENTS: DARCI HANNAH IN CONVERSATION WITH HOLLY DANVERS. Wednesday, April 15th at 6:30 p.m. Blue House Books. RSVP Required. --- Join us Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30PM for "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" with Darci Hannah in conversation with Holly Danvers! From the author of The Beacon Bakeshop Mysteries comes the next Food & Spirits adventure, set in a haunted Scottish castle and inspired by the real-life legend of the ghostly bagpiper of Duntrune Castle. If you love paranormal cozies or culinary mysteries, this one’s for you. Darci will be chatting about the new book, answering your questions, and signing copies afterward. It’s going to be a spirited evening in every sense! It will be a $5 deposit to reserve your seat (and that $5 can be used as store credit the night of the event)! Save your seat here:https://withfriends.co/event/27587509/a_spirited_supper_at_dundoon_castle_darci_hannah_in_conversation_with_holly_danvers

Join us Wednesday, April 15 at 6:30PM for "A Spirited Supper at Dundoon Castle" with Darci Hannah in conversation with Holly Danvers!

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Missing Sister" by Joshilyn Jackson in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/09yF5s2Zfu6iJf2Iw1yNLQ Revenge...It's all relative. Born three minutes apart, Penny and Nix Albright grew up doing everything together, close as only twins can be. But when Nix dies in a tragic accident soon after college, she leaves behind a cryptic voicemail that has Penny guilt-ridden and desperate for justice. Five Years Later Penny has found new purpose as a rookie cop. She’s working to fulfill Nix’s dream of making the world a safer place, but following that dream becomes a nightmare when she’s called to her first murder scene. When she sees the victim, she knows him instantly. It’s Danny Bowery—one of three men she’s long blamed for Nix’s death—splayed in a pool of blood outside a posh Atlanta shopping center, almost as if she’d wished it so. Stunned, Penny steps away to catch her breath and discovers a blonde in blood-drenched clothes gripping a box cutter. Before Penny can arrest her, the woman reveals that Bowery’s murder is part of a larger story that is far from over. A story about sisters. And with that, the killer disappears. Now, Penny will stop at nothing to pursue this dangerous woman and learn why she’s avenging Nix’s death. The deeper she dives into the mystery, the less clear it becomes who is hunting whom in this captivating page-turner of hidden motives and deadly consequences.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Wings of Fire: The Hybrid Prince" by Tui T. Sutherland in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/sHLPL3DeHtX6jZwxG8LRvQ The #1 New York Times bestselling series is back with a brand new tale! Discover what happens next in this thrilling addition to the Wings of Fire saga. Umber was never supposed to be a hero . . . . As the youngest sibling of his MudWing hatching, Umber doesn't have the responsibilities of his bigwings, Reed, nor the heroic destiny prophesied for his brother, Clay. He's always been content with his role as the cheerful, goofy, little brother. But when his sister, Sora, causes a tragedy at Jade Mountain Academy, Umber finds himself on the run and thrown into a whole new role--that of protector. Umber and Sora fly south in search of a place where they can live far away from other dragons . . . until a kind, hybrid dragon named Mulberry saves him from a kraken attack, and Umber realizes they don't have to survive alone after all. In fact, there's an entire community living on a forgotten island, full of dragons hiding from their own dark pasts. As the two MudWings settle into the Court of Refuge, they start to realize that nothing in this place is quite what it seems, and the protection it offers comes with a price. Even as Umber falls for Prince Mulberry, he learns he must find a way to unlock the past of this mysterious island to ensure he and Sora have a future. And when the dragons in power try to stop him, he'll have to decide what he cares about most . . . and whether he can be the hero these dragons need after all.

A photo of the book, "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak sitting on the floor of the bookstore with one copy facing you so you can see the sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/WLhu9GQ-hlMwSgNT9yTmVQ When Death has a story to tell, you listen. It is 1939. Nazi Germany. The country is holding its breath. Death has never been busier, and will become busier still. Liesel Meminger is a foster girl living outside of Munich, who scratches out a meager existence for herself by stealing when she encounters something she can’t resist–books. With the help of her accordion-playing foster father, she learns to read and shares her stolen books with her neighbors during bombing raids as well as with the Jewish man hidden in her basement. In superbly crafted writing that burns with intensity, award-winning author Markus Zusak, author of I Am the Messenger, has given us one of the most enduring stories of our time. “Deserves a place on the same shelf with The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank.” —USA Today DON’T MISS BRIDGE OF CLAY, MARKUS ZUSAK’S FIRST NOVEL SINCE THE BOOK THIEF.

A photo of the book, "A Thousand Perfect Lies" by Monica Murphy sitting on the floor of the bookstore with two copies facing you so you can see the sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/mqz1tIp0zJufNnfoLRoiDg Don't miss out on the stunning DELUXE LIMITED EDITION while supplies last. This breathtaking collectible is only available on a limited first print run in the U.S. and Canada only, a must-have for any book lover. Secrets don’t die. They just transfer schools. New York native Billie Vale arrives at Wickham Academy, England’s most elite boarding school, with a forged identity as Belinda Winters and one mission: clear her sister’s name. Isla lies in a coma, accused of killing her best friend. Billie has one shot to uncover the truth in a school built on privilege and deception. Succeed, and her estranged father will finally help her mother. Fail, and it will tear what’s left of her family apart. But Wickham’s secrets run deep, and not everyone wants them exposed. The school’s golden prince and its brooding outcast both seem to know more than they’ll admit—and both have reasons to keep Billie close. As she digs into the lies that built Wickham’s empire, she discovers that loyalty is just another currency, every hallway hides a motive, and everyone here protects their own at any cost. But someone at Wickham knows what really happened… And they’ll bury Billie before they let her find out. Perfect for readers who loved the dark social hierarchies of Gossip Girl and the twisty, secret-laden tension of One of Us Is Lying, A Thousand Perfect Lies delivers prep-school glamour, sisterly redemption, and a mystery that turns privilege into peril.

Part two of #NewReleaseTuesday on a Wednesday continues with these great picks-

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "I Did Not Kill My Husband" by Linda Keir in front of a bookshelf. --- MEET THE AUTHORS: This Friday! https://withfriends.co/event/27585667/i_did_not_kill_my_husband_linda_keir_in_kenosha --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MzsFd2u2rcP9NTgingWgig LA lifestyle influencer Cara Campbell is living the rags-to-riches dream with her plastic surgeon husband, Karl, and posting all about it on social media. But her happily ever after evaporates when she’s given a life sentence for murdering Karl during a romantic getaway. All evidence points to her, and her platform—as an unabashed gold digger—makes her look guilty as hell. Karl’s struggling business and million-dollar life insurance policy add plenty of motive. But the one thing Cara knows for sure is she didn’t do it. En route to the maximum-security prison where she’ll begin serving her sentence, the armored transport vehicle is torn apart in a horrific collision that sparks a wildfire at the scene. Desperately seizing this unexpected chance at freedom, Cara flees into the Sierra Nevada Mountains armed only with a cracked phone she found on the highway. Local sheriff Jordan Burke is first to respond and follows in hot pursuit. His desire to apprehend Cara is personal: he’s vulnerable in the next election, and a quick capture will help his chances. But as the sensational case explodes in the headlines, he finds himself second-guessed at every turn by a noisy chorus of murderinos, internet sleuths, and podcasters—as well as his blowhard political opponent. In the woods, Cara’s flight for survival becomes a journey of discovery. Who killed Karl, and why? Was her marriage built on lies? And who is she, really, without her millions of followers? As Jordan draws relentlessly closer, he, too, begins to question the truth. But to find the answers, he has to catch a fugitive …

A photo of a hand holding the book, "That's What Friends Are For" by Wade Rouse in front of a bookshelf. --- MEET THE AUTHOR: More information here: https://withfriends.co/event/27586764/thats_what_friends_are_for_wade_rouse_in_kenosha --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/smJ8IUQprOQcPBrXDqRkMA In this poignant and hilarious story inspired by TV’s beloved The Golden Girls, bestselling author Wade Rouse celebrates love, aging, finding your people, and the art of impeccably timed one-liners. Theodore Copeland has created a fabulous life in the desert oasis of Palm Springs, where he shares a fabulous pink mid-century home with three fabulous friends: Barry, a former actor still clinging to his youth, his hair, and the memory of the dream role that killed his career; Ron, an uprooted Christian from the Midwest with a big heart but no one to give it to; Sid, who, after coming out late in life, has never found love. Teddy is the caustic, unspoken leader of “The Golden Gays”—the foursome’s monthly drag tribute to The Golden Girls. Despite their foibles and bickering, they have turned their golden years into a golden era. But the harmony of their desert enclave becomes a carousel of emotional baggage when Teddy’s estranged sister, Trudy, shows up on their doorstep, her dramatic teenage granddaughter in tow. While Teddy keeps Trudy at arm’s length, she manages to wheedle her way into the lives of the Golden Gays, until the real reason for her visit is revealed and the secrets they’ve all been keeping from each other unravel faster than a hastily stitched hemline. A novel that gives thanks to “old” friends, That's What Friends Are For proves that while family may be the tie that binds, it’s the chosen family that truly keeps us together.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Lady Tremaine" by Rachel Hochhauser in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1wFO0bDSlPjXg Twice-widowed, Lady Etheldreda Verity Isolde Tremaine Bramley is solely responsible for her two children, a priggish stepdaughter, a razor-taloned peregrine falcon, and a crumbling manor. Fierce and determined, Ethel clings to the respectability her deceased husband’s title affords her, hoping it will secure her daughters’ future through marriage. When a royal ball offers the chance to change everything, Ethel risks her pride in pursuit of an invitation for all three of her daughters—only to see her hopes fulfilled by the wrong one. As an engagement to the future king unfolds, Ethel discovers a sordid secret hidden in the depths of the royal family, forcing her to choose between the security she craves and the wellbeing of the stepdaughter who has rebuffed her at every turn. As if Bridgerton met Circe, and exhilarating to its core, Lady Tremaine reimagines the myth of the evil stepmother at the heart of the world’s most famous fairy tale. It is a battle cry for a mother’s love for her daughters, and a celebration of women everywhere who make their own fortunes.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Unlikely Tale of Chase & Finnegan" by Jasmine Warga in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1yE9orPuh4hkA From the Newbery Honor-winning and #1 New York Times bestselling author of "A Rover's Story" comes the deeply moving story of a cheetah who forms a friendship with a rescue dog—a bond that will change their lives forever. Perfect for fans of Katherine Applegate and Rosanne Parry. Finnegan is a rescue dog with a broken heart. Chase is a newly orphaned cheetah cub. The two animals couldn't be more different. But one day, they are brought together for the unlikeliest of reasons: Finnegan must help Chase gain the confidence she needs to perform as part of an educational program for children at a zoo. Finnegan and Chase have each suffered losses and have trouble trusting. Yet somehow, they are just what the other needs. But if Finnegan isn’t able to help Chase overcome her fears, he won’t just be letting Chase down—he could be risking his new home as well. Inspired by true stories from zoos across the country, award-winning author Jasmine Warga creates a heartwarming tale about how the power of friendship can transcend anything—even species.

Part two of #NewReleaseTuesday is here! There are many amazing new books this week, and we couldn’t be more excited about it.
Check out the new titles in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

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We’ve got a new events page! 🎉

To make things smoother (for you and for us), we’ve moved our event registrations to a new system called Withfriends. It’s easy to use and will help us manage all the fun things we have coming up!

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A photo of the book, "The Bookstore Diaries" by Susan Mallery sitting on the floor of the bookstore with two copies facing you so you can see the colorful, sprayed edges. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/dAfsJxDazYfkdWbiOTQVxQ This summer, the town’s juiciest secrets are revealed in New York Times bestselling author Susan Mallery’s joyful and sparkling new novel Jax has a slight issue with control—as in, she needs it. Always. Too bad she has power only over the Painted Lady Bookstore, the Victorian mansion turned bookshop she inherited. No one else listens to a word she says. Her ex gets engaged for questionable reasons. Her beloved sister, Ryleigh, wants to move away to find a husband. And the handsome contractor Jax has chosen to convince Ryleigh to stay is only interested in Jax. Still, she’s living the bookworm dream—until an unhappy accident erases the names from the bookshop lockboxes where the town keeps their diaries. Which means the only way to find a diary’s owner is…to read it. As secrets spill and scandals surface, life at the Painted Lady Bookstore gets a lot more colorful and chaotic. But for a woman who’s always had to take charge, Jax will see that losing control—especially with the right wrong guy—can set you free.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives" by Elizabeth Arnott in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/BQmk5nUNoKGhSIZcTC70tw A remarkable trio whose lives have been cracked wide open by their husbands’ crimes unite to catch a serial killer in this dazzlingly captivating novel. Beverley, Elsie, and Margot are not your average housewives. They are all wives of convicted killers. During the sun-drenched summer of 1966, the three women form an unlikely friendship after the discoveries of their husbands’ brutal crimes. With their exes—some of California’s most infamous murderers—dead or behind bars, they are attempting to forge a new future for themselves. Headstrong Beverley tries compulsively to maintain control of everything around her, all while raising two children. Bookish Elsie fights to make a name for herself in the newsroom, working among men who sneer at her career goals. Glamorous Margot prefers partying to homemaking and devotes all her energy to upholding the appearance that everything is fine—anything to quell the shame from her husband’s deceit. They know people look at them and think only one thing: How could they not have known what their husbands were doing? How much are they to blame? And yet when a string of local killings hits the news, the three women—underestimated, overlooked, shrewd—decide to get to work. After all, who better to catch a killer than those who have shared their lives and homes with one? At once a riveting portrayal of shattered trust and a story of gripping suspense, The Secret Lives of Murderers' Wives is a testament to the intricacies of women’s lives and how the deep bonds of female friendship can empower, uplift, and lead us to endure.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "River of Bones and Other Stories" by Rebecca Roanhorse in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/rPCoGQ_-yAVOCjyTx8EbXw A stunning collection of award-winning fantasy and science fiction short stories from the New York Times bestselling author of the Between Earth and Sky trilogy—including a new novella set in the world of Trail of Lightning. Rebecca Roanhorse’s first publication, “Welcome to Your Authentic Indian Experience™”, was awarded both the Nebula and Hugo award for best short story, and on its strength, Roanhorse was awarded the Astounding Award for Best New Writer. Although Roanhorse began to publish novels including Trail of Lightning and Black Sun, she has continued to write piercing stories that examine the American experience through marginalized perspectives. “River of Bones” returns to the Sixth World series with a novella, this time from Kai’s perspective, as he and Maggie travel back to where he grew up to save his ex from the people who almost beat him to death—his ex’s family. Based on the Tewa fable of Deer Hunter and White Corn Maiden, “A Brief Lesson in Native American Astronomy”—winner of the 2019 Ignyte award—explores the tradition of celestial-based storytelling, set in a future where virtual reality is nearly indistinguishable from the real world and celebrities can project their images into space as literal stars. “Falling Bodies” follows a young student at a space station university caught between two disparate worlds—the one he currently inhabits and the one he has desperately tried to escape—as he searches for his place in the universe. First published in Jordan Peele’s Out There Screaming, “Eye and Tooth” is a story of black horror about the hunters who hunt the monsters and the monstrous among us. Through a range of contemporary to outright fantasy and science fiction, these stories will immediately capture your attention from one of our premiere writers of speculat…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "A Far-Flung Life" by M. L. Stedman in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/DFe05H_njq7eOGWeSj3QZQ When we do something that can’t be undone or mended, how do we go on living? How do we find our North Star when there is no right answer? These are the questions at the center of M. L. Stedman’s unforgettable and magisterial new novel, A Far-flung Life. From the author of the beloved and bestselling The Light Between Oceans, this is a sweeping and epic story of a family, a tragedy, and the aftermath that reverberates for decades. Remote Western Australia, 1958: here, for generations, the MacBrides have lived on a vast sheep station, Meredith Downs. It is a million acres, an ocean of arid land. On an ordinary day, on a lonely road, under the unending blue sky, patriarch Phil MacBride swerves to avoid a kangaroo. In seconds the lives of the entire MacBride family are shattered. And then, tragedy revisits when a twist of consequences claims the life of one sibling, and leads another to give up everything for the sake of an innocent child. Matt, the youngest MacBride, is plunged into a moral and emotional journey for which there is no map, no guide. The secrets at the heart of this gutting and beautiful story force him to choose between love and duty, sacrifice and happiness. A Far-flung Life is a tale about family and belonging, fate and time. It is about people trying to do their best, and each, for private reasons, seeking shelter from the storm of life. Can a fleeting moment unravel a whole life, mar it indelibly and irrevocably? Can compassion, resilience and forgiveness allow us to come to terms with our human imperfections? These are the questions Stedman asks in A Far-flung Life, her profoundly moving, uplifting, and luminous new novel about what the heart can endure for the sake of love.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Lake Effect" by Cynthia D'Aprix Sweeney in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/UhelvOrckPmazXFB1o600A From the New York Times bestselling author of The Nest and Good Company comes a wry and tender portrait of two families forever changed by one lovestruck decision that will reverberate for decades. It’s 1977 and an air of restlessness has settled on the residents of Cambridge Road in Rochester, New York, a place long fueled by the booming fortunes of Kodak and Xerox and, for some, the mores of the Catholic church. When Nina Larkin is given a copy of The Joy of Sex by her newly divorced friend, she can no longer dismiss the nearly nonexistent intimacy of her marriage. Just as her oldest child, Clara, is falling in love for the first time, Nina finds herself longing for the forbidden: a midlife awakening. An intoxicating fling with a prominent neighbor brings Nina a freedom she never thought possible—but also risks the reputations of both families and unravels Clara’s world, just as she stands on the threshold of adulthood. Years later, Clara, now a successful food stylist in New York City, has never been able to move past the long-ago scandal. Drawn back home by the pull of a family wedding and wrestling with her own demons, she makes a pivotal decision that turns her life upside down. Written with Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney’s signature humor and insight, Lake Effect is a wise and probing look at love and desire, mothers and daughters, loss and grief, and what we owe the people we love most.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Supreme Gift" by Paulo Coelho in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQfwV_QIg1Efxg Love is humankind's supreme gift, our spiritual center and our guiding light. This inspiring essay by Paulo Coelho, the internationally bestselling author of The Alchemist, teaches us how to embrace it. The Supreme Gift is an invitation for reflection, a clear and concise response to life's biggest questions. Inspired by a 19th century sermon by Henry Drummond offering a deeper understanding of love, here Coelho explains love as the culmination of nine elements, which we can incorporate into our everyday lives for an instant connection to life's most important gift: patience, kindness, generosity, humility, gentleness, dedication, tolerance, sincerity, and innocence. In The Supreme Gift, Paulo Coelho, author of The Alchemist, a fable of following your dream and one of Oprah’s “Best Self-Help Books of a Generation,” offers a real and powerful message that will help us incorporate love into our daily life and experience all its transformational power.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "When I Was Death" by Alexis Henderson in front of a bookshelf. --- Meet the author (and 3 more) for FREE: https://www.withfriends.co/.../witches_magic_and_wonder... https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/p5lAnqxqGBQEyzy_85fwXQ A teenage girl must do Death’s bidding to uncover the secrets of her sister’s disappearance in this haunting young adult novel by the author of The Year of the Witching. Roslyn isn’t herself anymore. It’s been a year since her sister, Adeline, died under mysterious circumstances, and Roslyn is still tormented by her absence. So when the elusive caravan of girls that Adeline spent her last summer with rolls back into town, Roslyn joins them to finally figure out what happened to her sister. Strange, beautiful, and intriguing, the girls are closed off from the world. And as it turns out, they’re brought together by a force more sinister than Roslyn’s nightmares could’ve conjured up: Death himself. Death has spared the girls from untimely endings, and to pay for their lives, the girls travel the country reaping souls on his behalf. Now Roslyn must decide if finding closure is worth the price of striking the same deal.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Want to Know a Secret?" by Freida McFadden in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-Az7-_ID4T-kbJVbLj8quQ From #1 internationally bestselling author Freida McFadden! Everyone has secrets. Some are worse than others. Influencer and baking sensation April Masterson knows the secret to the perfect gooey brownies. Or how to make key lime squares that will melt in your mouth. But if you keep watching her offline, you may find out some other secrets about April. Secrets she'd rather you didn't know. Like… Where did her son go when he snuck out late at night? What was she doing with the local soccer coach behind fogged windows? And what's buried in her backyard? April's secrets are enough to destroy her. I'll make sure of that. #1 New York Times bestselling author Freida McFadden peels back the layers of a seemingly flawless life to expose a picture of obsession, deception, and the quiet menace that waits just beyond the frame.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Star Shipped" by Cat Sebastian in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQcokwJE4utOEA Cat Sebastian’s long-awaited foray into contemporary romance! A witty, emotional, and deliciously slow burn enemies-to-lovers romance between two costars on a popular sci-fi television series. Simon and Charlie, actors on a long-running sci-fi show, can’t stand one another. Charlie is impetuous, outgoing, and basically feral, and Simon thinks he should have stayed in reality television where he belongs. They’ve spent the better part of a decade quarreling over the spotlight and pretty much everything else, and everybody in the industry knows it. Now that Simon’s contract is finally done, he can move to New York, start fresh with work he actually likes, and get away from Charlie. Simon’s only problem is that people might assume he’s been pushed off the show due to being impossible to work with. And he is kind of difficult to work with. He doesn’t get along with people—unlike Charlie, who somehow tricked everyone on the show into adoring him despite some outrageously bad on-set behavior during the show’s first season. Simon would rather never have to see Charlie again, but reluctantly agrees to stage a very public friendship during the short time before he moves. When Charlie has to leave town to deal with a family emergency, this means Simon comes along. Their road trip brings Simon to places he would never have willingly chosen to visit—and he finds he’s actually not having a terrible time. The more he gets to know Charlie, the more Simon suspects he’s underestimated his former coworker. Simon also realizes that after seven years, Charlie might know him better than anyone ever has. Even stranger, Charlie seems to be starting to actually like him, despite knowing him so well. Still, Simon is about to move three thousand miles away, so whatever’s starting between him and Charlie can’t really amount to anythin…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "A Wisconsin Harvest of Horror" by an anthology of Wisconsin authors in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/DGcrgJ08z-GL3zKbpWTRyw Continuing the Wisconsin Harvest theme, WWA brings you the next installment of finely crafted Wisconsin-themed scary stories. Whether you're a Badger State native or simply love eerie stories set against Wisconsin's haunted forests, misty lakes, or shadowy small towns, this is your chance to tremble. A Wisconsin Harvest of Horror has fifteen original horror stories that will grip your soul and linger like a fog over Lake Michigan. From ghostly whispers in Door County to horrors lurking in the Northwoods, let Wisconsin's eerie essence inspire your darkest creations-make us afraid to turn off the light!

Happy first #NewReleaseTuesday of the week!
We have some great new titles in this week, so be sure to get yours in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

A photo of the staff of Blue House Books standing in front of the store, all wearing our BHB merchandise. From the left is Dani, marketing manager; Sarah, events coordinator; Sam, owner; Melissa, bookseller; Skyler, bookseller; and Casey, general manager. At the top it says, BECOME A MEMBER TO JOIN OUR SQUAD. --- Our Keychain Club Program had a good run… but it’s time for the next chapter. 💙 We’re officially introducing Blue House Books Memberships! If you’re already a regular here, your membership will pretty much pay for itself — and then some. And if you’re not in frequently but love what we do and want to support local literacy, stories, and community, you can make a one-time donation! By becoming a member, you’re directly supporting independent bookselling, author events, and the space we’ve built together! We offer flexible monthly plans and annual options, and you can cancel renewal at any time. Perks vary by tier, but they start with: • Early access to RSVP for special events • $10 store credit to use during your birthday month • A Blue House Books member sticker (available for pickup or delivery starting March 15, 2026) • Optional recognition on our website • Access to our holiday Sip & Shop with 20% off + free gift wrapping • Entry into BHB’s members-only online conversation • Seasonal member gatherings And there's so much more where that came from! If you were part of Keychain Club, you currently have a free trial of our “Fan” package through March 15th! Ready to join? Head to ShopAtBHB.com and tap the “Become a Member” tab at the bottom of your screen, or click the “Memberships” tab in the menu! Support literacy. Support local. Support community. Become a Blue House Books member. 💙

We’re officially introducing Blue House Books Memberships!

If you’re already a regular here, your membership will pretty much pay for itself — then some. And if you’re not in frequently but love what we do and want to support local literacy, stories, and community, you can make a one-time donation!

A graphic with red roses as the background and it says- YOU KNOW THIS BOOK... has the book, "An Academy for Liars" by Alexis Henderson in the middle, then says, (OR AT LEAST YOU SHOULD) at the bottom.

A graphic with red roses as the background, then it says- YOU KNOW THIS BOOK, TOO... then it has the book, "The Year of the Witching" by Alexis Henderson in the middle, and then says, (OR AT LEAST YOU'LL WANT TO) at the bottom.

A graphic with a purple background. It says- NOW, LET'S INTRODUCE YOU TO THIS BOOK BY THE SAME FANTASTIC AUTHOR! It then has the book, "When I Was Death" by Alexis Henderson in the middle. An arrow coming off it that says, A group of teen girls does death incarnate's bidding in this haunting speculative young adult novel. At the bottom it says, AND YOU CAN MEET THE AUTHOR AT THIS FREE EVENT, THAT INCLUDES A MOCKTAIL HOUR, YA FANTASY PANEL (WITH 4 AUTHORS), AND COSPLAY CONTEST! DETAILS BELOW. It also has the author photo of Alexis Henderson. --- Author of "When I Was Death", Henderson spins a haunting YA tale of Roslyn Volk, a girl desperate to uncover the truth about her sister’s mysterious death… only to get drawn into a caravan of teens bound to Death himself. Join us Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM for our "Witches, Magic, and Wonder" event, hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. Alexis will be in conversation alongside: Akana Phenix ("The Empire Wars"), David Ferraro ("A Vile Season"), and D. L. Taylor ("The Beasts We Bury"). Mocktail hour kicks off at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, plus audience Q&A and book signing! Cosplay contest included! Come dressed up, and receive a coupon! (And maybe even a prize!) This is a free event, but RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "When I Was Death", Henderson spins a haunting YA tale of Roslyn Volk, a girl desperate to uncover the truth about her sister’s mysterious death… only to get drawn into a caravan of teens bound to Death himself.

#YAFantasy #booksky💙📚

I Did Not Kill My Husband by Linda Keir

Pub day for I DID NOT KILL MY HUSBAND! Come see us:

3/3 - Tattered Cover (Denver, CO)
3/5 - Book Cellar (Chicago, IL)
3/6 - @bluehousebooks.bsky.social (Kenosha, WI)
3/7 - @bookieschicago.bsky.social (Chicago, IL)
3/8 - @leftbankbooks.bsky.social (St. Louis, MO)

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A photo of four authors (from the left, Brighton Walsh, Flynn Novak, Nickolas Butler, and Lena Hendrix) sitting in front of the bookshelves, facing an audience, and chatting all things romance.

A photo of the authors holding up their books, from the left, Nickolas Butler, Flynn Novak, Lena Hendrix, and Brighton Walsh. --- All Things Romance was a packed yet cozy night of tropes, tea, and seriously good conversation. Huge thanks to Brighton Walsh, Nickolas Butler, Lena Hendrix, and Flynn Novak for bringing the insight! The Q&A was lively, the signing line was long, and the love for love stories was very real. If you missed it, check out our upcoming events here: https://www.withfriends.co/blue_house_books/events

A photo of a group of women who joined the Romance Panel event, all holding up their mocktails by the Sipster!

A photo of people waiting in line to get their books signed, after the panel portion.

Romance readers, you understood the assignment😎

All Things Romance was a packed yet cozy night of tropes, tea, and seriously good conversation. Huge thanks to Brighton Walsh, Nickolas Butler, Lena Hendrix, and Flynn Novak for bringing the insight!

A photo of the authors, Kate Alice Marshall (right hand side, cream colored blouse) and Charlie Donlea (right hand side, dark grey button down), holding their books with the audience facing the camera.

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A photo of the authors, Kate Alice Marshall and Charlie Donlea, chatting with the audience about Kate's newest release, "The Girls Before".

A photo of the author, Kate Alice Marshall, signing books.

We are so grateful for the amazing turnout at our event with Kate Alice Marshall celebrating “The Girls Before”! It was such a special evening filled with thoughtful conversation, great questions, and a shared love of suspense!

@flatironbooks.bsky.social #booksky💙📚

A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- The 5-Star Review... "One of the most unique and underrated YA Fantasy books I've ever read... I don't want to spoil too much, so I'll just say to pick this book up!".

A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- "The Hook... Deceit and betrayal abound in the dark YA Romantasy about an heir to the throne who can summon an army of animals and a thief who plans to manipulate her to pull off a once-in-a-lifetime heist."

A graphic with purple lilacs as the background, and it says- The Book! And you can meet the author at this free event, that includes a mocktail hour, YA fantasy panel (with 4 authors), and cosplay contest! Details below. It also has the cover of the book, "The Beasts We Bury" and "The Beasts We Raise", plus the author photo of D. L. Taylor. --- Author of "The Beasts We Bury", D.L. Taylor delivers a dark YA romantasy about a throne-bound heir who can summon animals… but only after killing them herself, and a charming thief sent to manipulate her for a castle heist that could change everything. Join us Thursday, March 5th at 5 PM for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event, hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. D. L. Taylor will be in conversation alongside Akana Phenix (The Empire Wars), Alexis Henderson (An Academy for Liars), and David Ferraro (A Vile Season). Mocktail hour starts at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, followed by audience Q&A and book signing! There’s also a cosplay contest. Royals, rogues, summoned beasts... Choose your get-up wisely. This is a free event, but RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "The Beasts We Bury", D.L. Taylor delivers a dark YA romantasy about a throne-bound heir who can summon animals… but only after killing them herself, and a charming thief sent to manipulate her for a castle heist that could change everything.

#YAFantasy #booksky💙📚

Meet the author!

@davidferraroauthor.bsky.social 🙌

A graphic with a dark red background and it says- The 5-Star Review... "I expected to enjoy this because I'm a fan of (this author's) writing- but it exceeded my expectations."

A graphic with a dark red background that says- Bridgerton meets the Bachelor in this queer regency romance of vampire competing for the heart of a duke.

A graphic with a dark red background. It also has the book, "A Vile Season", the author photo of David Ferraro, and other books by Ferraro, "The Alchemy of Moonlight" and "Soul of a Gentleman Witch". It says- And you can meet the author at this free event, that includes a mocktail hour, YA Fantasy panel (with 4 authors), and cosplay contest! Details below. --- Author of "A Vile Season", Ferraro brings us a queer regency romance where Bridgerton meets The Bachelor… except one of the suitors is a disgraced vampire stripped of his immortality and forced to compete for a duke’s hand. Join us Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library. David will be in conversation alongside Akana Phenix (The Empire Wars), Alexis Henderson (An Academy for Liars), and D. L. Taylor (The Beasts We Bury). Mocktail hour starts at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), panel at 6 PM, followed by audience Q&A and book signing! There’s also a cosplay contest. Regency gowns, capes, and vampire vibes are very welcome! This is a free event and RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "A Vile Season", Ferraro brings us a queer regency romance where Bridgerton meets The Bachelor… except one of the suitors is a disgraced vampire stripped of his immortality and forced to compete for a duke’s hand.

#YAFantasy #booksky💙📚

A graphic with a bronze background, some gold flecks, and it says- BLUE HOUSE BOOKS PRESENTS: SARAH PENNER IN KENOSHA! THURSDAY, APRIL 9th. VIP Luncheon at 11 a.m. Event at 6:30 p.m. Tickets Required. It also has the book, "The Amalfi Curse" and the author photo of Sarah Penner. --- One bestselling author of "The Lost Apothecary". Two chances to meet her. Zero excuses not to! Sarah Penner is coming to Kenosha on Thursday, April 9 to celebrate the paperback release of "The Amalfi Curse", and we’re doing it in style! ✨ 11 AM – VIP Luncheon Hosted with the Kenosha Women's Network at the Kenosha Woman's Club, this special luncheon includes a delicious meal from Portside Catering, a gorgeous paperback edition of "The Amalfi Curse" with gold foil and sprayed edges, a special gift, and the chance to hear Sarah speak and chat with her directly! VIP tickets are $60 (book included). 🌊 6:30 PM – Evening Event Join us at the historic Kemper Center for a presentation, audience Q&A, and book signing! General Admission with book: $25 (required) add on additional General Admission (no book) for only $5 If you loved "The Lost Apothecary" or "The London Séance Society", you already know she delivers mystery, history, and just enough danger to keep you up at night! Pick your vibe: elegant luncheon or evening literary adventure. Or both, if you're extra awesome! Tickets for VIP luncheon: https://withfriends.co/event/27617265/vip_luncheon_with_sarah_penner Tickets for the evening event: https://withfriends.co/event/27617214/sarah_penner_in_kenosha

One bestselling author of "The Lost Apothecary". Two chances to meet her. Zero excuses not to!

Sarah Penner is coming to Kenosha on April 9 to celebrate the paperback release of "The Amalfi Curse", and we’re doing it in style!

Pick your vibe: elegant luncheon or evening literary adventure.

A graphic with a dark blue background and flowers. It also says, The 5-star review... "I legitimately sat and stared into space for a good hour after I finished this. It has so many twists and turns and turns it blew my mind."

A graphic with a dark blue background and flowers. It also says, The hook... This novel is an award-winning, exciting feminist hunger games- inspired novel where survival and magic are a deadly mix.

A graphic with a dark blue background and flowers. It has the book, "The Empire Wars", the author photo of Akana Phenix, and the book "War Hunt". It also says- The Book! And you can meet the author at this free event, that includes a mocktail hour, YA fantasy panel (with 4 authors), and a cosplay contest! Details below". --- Author of "The Empire Wars", Akana joins us for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event on Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM. If you love high-stakes fantasy, powerful worlds, and characters who refuse to back down, this is your night! Hosted by Megan Nigh of the Kenosha Public Library, Akana will be in conversation alongside fellow YA fantasy authors: Alexis Henderson (An Academy for Liars), David Ferraro (A Vile Season), and D. L. Taylor (The Beasts We Bury). Mocktail hour will kick off at 5 PM (drinks by The Sipster, cash bar), followed by the panel at 6 PM, audience Q&A, and book signing! Bonus: there’s a cosplay contest. If you’ve been waiting for a socially acceptable reason to dress like a morally complex sorceress, this is it. This is a free event, but RSVP is required here: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors

Author of "The Empire Wars", Akana joins us for our Witches, Magic, and Wonder event on Thursday, March 5 at 5 PM. If you love high-stakes fantasy, powerful worlds, and characters who refuse to back down, this is your night!

#YAFantasy #Booksky💙📚 @akanaphenix.bsky.social

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Finders Keepers" by Natalie Barelli in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-Az7-_ID4T-_X0hARJz5dg "Dear Diary. Today I'm going to kill her. Love, Rose." When Rose discovers her troubled past splashed across the pages of a bestselling book, she knows her carefully constructed life is about to unravel. The author, Emily Harper, claims the story is fiction, but Rose knows better. Desperate to find out how Emily discovered her deepest secrets, Rose ingratiates herself into the author's life, posing as an eager assistant and adoring fan. But as Rose gets closer to the truth, long-buried memories resurface. Slowly, the horrifying events of her teenage years come into focus, revealing that sometimes, the people you trust the most are the ones you should be most afraid of.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Violin Maker's Secret" by Evie Woods in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-N6gmzyBxehKpnfykSj9Cg On any given day, there are thousands of items slowly gathering dust in the Lost and Found of Heathrow Airport. Unknown to anyone, hidden among the clutter, is a very special object that can change the fortunes of those who possess it – a violin of rare beauty and power. Now, as if by chance, it has fallen into the hands of three strangers… Baggage claim agent Devlin, retired teacher Walter, and appraiser Gabrielle have nothing in common, but can these three unlikely guardians unlock the secrets of the violin? With heartfelt moments, unexpected connections, and a mystery that lingers long after the final page, this is Evie Woods at her very best.

We wrap up our second round of new releases with these two 🦋🎻

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Stuff Every BIRD LOVER Should Know" by Alice Sun in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/SbFnEzAaxwcqoRjUCrYNOg This pocket-sized guide is the perfect gift for bird-watchers, bird owners, and anyone fascinated by our feathered friends. This illustrated, accessible guide covers it all—from bird anatomy and behavior to migration patterns and bird-watching tips. Experts and bird beginners alike will learn about: How Birds Navigate Bird Lingo to Know Common Backyard Birds Making Bird-Friendly Habitats What to Do If You Find an Injured Bird Plus fascinating history, handy diagrams, helpful tips, fun avian trivia, and much more!

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Night of the Mannequins" by Stephen Graham Jones in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/f9p-FNF8SlrZvqcLn-bO9Q From the New York Times bestselling author of The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, Stephen Graham Jones, comes a slasher story where a teen prank goes very wrong and all hell breaks loose in a small town. Winner of both the 2020 Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson Awards! We thought we'd play a fun prank on her, and now most of us are dead. One last laugh for the summer as it winds down. One last prank just to scare a friend. Bringing a mannequin into a theater is just some harmless fun, right? Until it wakes up. Until it starts killing. Luckily, Sawyer has a plan. He’ll be a hero. He'll save everyone to the best of his ability. He'll do whatever he needs to so he can save the day. That's the thing about heroes—sometimes you have to become a monster first.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Resurrectionist" by A. Rae Dunlap in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/N72jacmRMGBoO6G7zKBUMA Edinburgh, Scotland, 1828. James Willoughby has abandoned his posh, sheltered life at Oxford to pursue a lifelong dream of studying surgery in Edinburgh. The university offers everything James desires—except the chance to work on a human cadaver. For that, he must join one of the private schools in Surgeon’s Square, at a cost he cannot afford. In desperation, he strikes a deal with Aneurin “Nye” MacKinnon, a dashing young dissectionist with an artist’s eye for anatomy and a reckless passion for knowledge. But James soon realizes he’s made a devil’s bargain . . . Nye is a body snatcher. And James has unwittingly become his accomplice, rapidly descending into the underground ranks of the Resurrectionists—the body snatchers infamous for stealing fresh corpses from churchyards to be used as anatomical specimens. Before long, James is caught up in a life-or-death scheme as rival snatchers compete in a morbid race for power. James and Nye soon find themselves in the crosshairs of a pair of opportunists known as Burke and Hare. These unsavory characters will do anything to beat the competition for bodies. Even if it’s cold-blooded murder . . . Exquisitely macabre and delightfully entertaining, The Resurrectionist combines fact and fiction in a tale of the risks and rewards of scientific pursuit, the passions of its boldest pioneers, and the anatomy of human desire.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Jack's Boys" by John Katzenbach in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/NXyADdsHPsuaM7hlskmtVQ From #1 internationally bestselling author John Katzenbach Five serial killers … Known only to each other as: Alpha. Bravo. Charlie. Delta. Easy. Connected through a secure internet location, encrypted and concealed, a unique chat room they have named Jack’s Special Place in homage to their ultimate model—the one killer they hold in the highest esteem: Whitechapel, London. 1888. The infamous murderer remembered in dark history as Jack the Ripper. And so, they are Jack’s Boys. They delight in each other’s crimes. They relish in taunting police around the world with odd clues and deep confusion—the modern version of the Victorian-era killer they emulate. While the original Jack sent letters to Fleet Street papers, they send pictures and online boasts and insults. In this fashion, they feed on each other’s killings, a private community of death. Arrogant. Conceited. Untouchable. Or so they thought. Until one day they are hacked. Two teenagers, lying on their bed at home. Boyfriend and girlfriend. Slightly disaffected, each with their own issues—but deeply in young love and equally fascinated by the world of the dark web, where they accidentally stumble upon Jack’s Boys in their private space … Whom they immediately mock. This triggers a landslide of anger and revenge as the killers decide to teach the two teenagers a lesson in humility and respect for their betters. And caught up in this web of death are the teenage boy’s grandmother and grandfather—an ICU nurse and a former college admissions counselor with his own hidden, murderous history, an ex-Marine, Viet vet, still haunted by his time in that conflict. When the five killers emerge from their shadows, this odd band of young and old will have to find a way to expose them. Or defeat them. Or save their own lives.

#NewReleaseTuesday part 2 continues with these great reads 📚

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Saoirse" by Charleen Hurtubise in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/f9p-FNF8SlputAJNxXaEgQ For readers of Colm Tóibín and Claire Keegan, Saoirse is a powerful novel set between the United States and Ireland about a woman who runs from her traumatic past and the secrets she carries to survive. In Michigan, Sarah’s childhood was defined by fear and silence. As a teenager, she saw a chance to escape and took it. Now, in 1999, she is an artist living on the rugged coast of Donegal, Ireland, where she is known as Saoirse (pronounced Sear-sha)—a name that sounds like the sea and means freedom in the language of her adopted country. And free is precisely how she is finally beginning to feel. Her partner and two beloved daughters are regular subjects of her paintings, and together they have made the safe home she always longed for. But Saoirse's secrets haunt her. No one must learn of the identity she has stolen in order to survive; they cannot know of the dangers that she crossed an ocean to escape. When her artwork wins unexpected acclaim at a Dublin exhibition, the spotlight of fame threatens to unravel the careful lies that hold her world together. Journalists and admirers begin to ask questions about the mysterious artist from Donegal, and she fears the unwanted publicity will expose all that she has done. Saoirse is an evocative, suspenseful exploration of the intimate relationship between art and life and the lies we tell ourselves in the name of reinvention.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Six Little Words" by Sally Page in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/nHPXZQrvmwQT07IB6zfilg Can one small note give her the courage to find a new path? Kate gave up her dreams of being a painter years ago. But six little words pinned to the bulletin board of her local café could change her path forever. “To be, or not to be”—printed on an orange card with no explanation—appears one morning. Each day, a new line from a different Shakespeare play is added, sparking curiosity throughout the café. Among the regulars is Bardy, a retired English teacher grappling with writer’s block. As Kate and Bardy follow this breadcrumb trail, they discover a local community group encouraging people to rediscover their own creative spark—and the long-lost courage to chase it. For Kate, their new group might just offer a second chance at happiness, if only Bardy can find the strength to share his story too …

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Silver Elite" by Dani Francis in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/p5lAnqxqGBQLf9FvB5mlcw In the first book of a sizzling dystopian romance series, psychic gifts are a death sentence and there are rules to survival: Trust no one. Lie to everyone. And whatever you do, don’t fall for your greatest enemy. This first edition trade paperback includes designed sprayed edges, a cover with foil and a new white colorway, and an exclusive bonus chapter from Cross’s point of view—get the designed sprayed edges while supplies last! TRUST NO ONE. Wren Darlington has spent her whole life in hiding, honing her psychic abilities and aiding the rebel Uprising in small ways. On the Continent, being Modified means certain death—and Wren is one of the most powerful Mods in existence. When one careless mistake places her in the hands of the enemy and she’s forced to join their most elite training program, she’s finally handed the perfect opportunity to strike a devastating blow from inside their ranks. LIE TO EVERYONE. But training for Silver Block can be deadly, especially when you’re harboring dangerous secrets and living in close quarters with everyone who wants you dead. AND WHATEVER YOU DO, DON’T FALL FOR YOUR GREATEST ENEMY. As the stakes grow ever higher, Wren must prove herself to Silver Block. But that’s easier said than done when your commanding officer is the ruthless and infuriatingly irresistible Cross Redden, who doesn’t miss anything when it comes to her. And as war rages between Mods like her and those who aim to destroy them, Wren must decide just how far she’s willing to go to protect herself . . . and how much of the Continent is worth saving.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "And Now, Back To You" by B.K. Borison in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/BQmk5nUNoKH-Q4aAGT749w Two competing meteorologists are forced to find common ground in this opposites attract, When Harry Met Sally inspired romance, from #1 New York Times bestselling author B.K. Borison. Jackson Clark and Delilah Stewart have had their fair share of run-ins over the years, often ending in disaster. While Jackson thrives on routine and organization from the comfort of his radio booth, Delilah loves the spontaneity and adventure out in the field. When they’re partnered against their will to cover a historic snowstorm, they find themselves scrambling to figure out how to work together. Eager to be taken seriously as a journalist, Delilah offers Jackson a deal: If he can help her ace this assignment, she’ll help him rediscover his long-lost fun side. With unexplored chemistry burning beneath their clashes, the unlikely partnership quickly tumbles into an easy and surprising friendship. But when other feelings start to enter the equation, can Jackson and Delilah withstand the storm? Or does what happens in the mountains stay in the mountains?

It’s part 2 of #NewReleaseTuesday (on a Wednesday)!

Scroll through these amazing titles and come get your new favorite book in person until 6 today, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Red Winter" by Cameron Sullivan in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1xyiwbNtw5qag A LibraryReads pick! An Indie next pick! DELUXE EDITION—the hardcover edition of "The Red Winter" features beautiful red sprayed edges! A devastating love story. A bewitching twist on history. A blood-drenched hunt for purpose, power, and redemption. In 1785, Professor Sebastian Grave receives the news he fears most: the terrible Beast of Gévaudan has returned, and the French countryside runs red in its wake. Sebastian knows the Beast. A monster-slayer with centuries of experience, he joined the hunt for the creature twenty years ago and watched it slaughter its way through a long and bloody winter. Even with the help of his indwelling demon, Sarmodel – who takes payment in living hearts – it nearly cost him his life to bring the monster down. Now, two decades later, Sebastian has been recalled to the hunt by Antoine Avenel d’Ocerne, an estranged lover who shares a dark history with the Beast and a terrible secret with Sebastian. Drawn by both the chance to finish the Beast for good and the promise of a reconciliation with Antoine, Sebastian cannot refuse. But Gévaudan is not as he remembers it, and Sebastian’s unfinished business is everywhere he looks. Years of misery have driven the people to desperation, and France teeters on the edge of revolution. Sebastian’s arcane activities – not to mention his demonic counterpart – have also attracted the inquisitorial eye of the French clergy. And the Beast is poised to close his jaws around them all and plunge the continent into war. Debut author Cameron Sullivan tears the heart out of history with this darkly entertaining retelling of the hunt for the Beast of Gévaudan. Lifting the veil on the hidden world behind our own, it reimagines the story of Europe, from Imperial Rome to Saint Jehanne d’Arc, the madness of Gilles de Rais and the first flickers o…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Is It Spring?" by Kevin Henkes in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQeDOj-komKdyA If one day buds bloom and birds chirp, and the next day a late snow falls from the sky, is it spring? Will it ever be spring? An evergreen, child-friendly picture book that explores themes of patience, hope, the seasons, and nature by the New York Times bestseller and Caldecott Medalist Kevin Henkes. A flower in the garden down the street. Birds in the sky. Buds on the branches in the park. It must be spring. But wait! What is this icy gust of wind? Why are snowflakes falling from heavy gray clouds? Will it ever be spring? Yes, says the sun. Just be patient. Kevin Henkes, the #1 New York Times bestseller who has been awarded the Caldecott Medal, two Caldecott Honors, two Newbery Honors, two Geisel Honors, the Children’s Literature Lecture Award, and Children’s Literature Legacy Award, among numerous other honors, has created a masterful and classic picture book that combines an evocative call-and-response text with delicate and lovely illustrations. Readers will be left assured that the sun—and spring—will always come again.

We are finishing up this #NewReleaseTuesday post with these two picks. Stay tuned later this week as we will have to post another set of new releases!

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "Braving the Truth" by Rachel Held Evans in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/YHsfyCIcKaXB8z3i4u56NA New York Times bestselling author Rachel Held Evans inspired a generation of questioning and evolving believers. This book offers a collection of her most impactful essays—in print for the first time. For a generation finding their footing in life after evangelicalism, Rachel Held Evans was one of the most trusted and beloved voices of our time. Stubborn in her hope, courageous in her questions, and devoted to inclusivity, her online writing was a sanctuary to the millions who read her words daily. Her death to a sudden illness in 2019 invoked a global outpouring of stories of her legacy and influence. Today, her words still speak, and now for the first time, fans old and new can experience her most viral and enduring essays in print—from those tackling patriarchy, white supremacy, and religious nationalism to those offering new interpretations of Scripture, freeing perspectives on doubt, and a better way forward. Braving the Truth is an anthology and keepsake collection letting readers borrow the bravery Rachel was best known for. Edited by New York Times bestselling author and Rachel’s dear friend Sarah Bessey, this special volume is interspersed with reflections from: Shauna Niequist on the practice of bravery Glennon Doyle on the decision to "stay and complicate" Jen Hatmaker on LGBTQ+ allyship and affirming theology Lisa Sharon Harper on fighting white patriarchy in the church Matthew Paul Turner on the freedom of the "slippery slope" of asking questions Kaitlin B. Curtice on solidarity, kinship, and "tending the spiritual fire" And more from Candice Marie Benbow, Micha Boyett, Cindy Wang Brandt, Alise Chaffins, Shane Claiborne, Monica A. Coleman, Shannon Dingle, Peter Enns, Kathy Escobar, Kathleen Gleason, Austen Hartke, Peter Held, Carol Howard, Kristen Howerton, Zack Hunt, Emmy Kegler, Kathy …

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Nowhere Burning" by Catriona Ward in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/3Czr8TaWU9-EdxhX1lswSQ Secrets in the flames. Answers in the ashes. Riley and her brother Oliver set off in the pitch-black night, fleeing their troubled home. They are heading for Nowhere—an abandoned ranch, once the playground of its former eccentric movie-star owner, now a haven for runaways. What awaits could be the freedom they crave. But this mysterious clan guards dark secrets, and the scorched grounds hold the ghosts of the past. Riley quickly realizes that while she and Oliver may have escaped the devil they knew, something darker lurks in the burnt shell of Nowhere. Something which asks a terrible price for sanctuary…

A photo of a hand holding the book, "How to Get Away with Murder" by Rebecca Philipson in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/f9p-FNF8SlrMv0AQ41maCA "If you picked up this book because you truly want to get away with murder, you will not be disappointed. Simply turn the page and we'll get started." This fresh debut thriller finds a Scotland Yard detective trying to find the author of a self-help book that promises quite literally to teach readers how to get away with murder, which seems to have inspired London's newest murderer. Detective Inspector Samantha Hansen has been on leave for six months, recovering from a breakdown she suffered at work, but when a fourteen-year-old girl is murdered in a local park, Sam jumps at the chance to return to the job and prove that she's still got what it takes to be the Yard's most successful homicide detective. One of the case's only leads is a copy of a self-help book found in the victim's backpack called How To Get Away With Murder by a man named Denver Brady. Brady claims to be the most successful serial killer of our time, which is why no one's ever heard of him. Chapter by chapter, he details his methodology and his past victims, and as Sam's investigation progresses and the details of the book go viral, Sam begins to suspect that there’s more to the author than what he’s revealed. But in order to find a killer and get justice for young Charlotte, Sam must learn to trust her instincts once again, before Denver Brady--or someone else--really does get away with murder.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Weavingshaw" by Heba Al-Wasity in front of a bookshelf. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/BQmk5nUNoKENN0T-C_Acdg In this debut gothic fantasy, a young woman who can see the dead strikes a deal with the magnetic and dangerous Saint of Silence, a purveyor of dark secrets, to save her brother’s life—the first book of a trilogy. This gorgeous hardcover edition features an illustrated book case designed to simulate a leatherbound tome, as well as designed full-color endpapers and a deluxe jacket with foil. Three years ago, Leena Al-Sayer awoke with a terrible power. She can see the dead. Since then, she has hidden herself away from the world, knowing that if she ever reveals her curse she will be locked up in an asylum. When her beloved brother, Rami, falls fatally ill, Leena is faced with a terrible choice: Let him die or buy the expensive medicine that will save his life by bartering the only valuable thing she has—her secret. The Saint of Silence, a ruthless merchant who trades in confessions and is shrouded in unearthly rumors of cruelty and power, accepts her bargain, for a deadly price. Leena must find the ghost of Percival Avon, the last lord of Weavingshaw—or lose her freedom to the Saint forever. As Leena’s search takes her and the Saint to Weavingshaw, she finds the estate and the surrounding moors to be living things—hungry for blood and sacrifice. Fighting against Weavingshaw’s might, Leena must also fight her growing pull toward the enigmatic Saint himself, whose connection to Percival Avon remains a mystery. As the house begins to entomb them, time is running out on their desperate hunt for answers. For Leena has come to see that here in Weavingshaw, the dead are not hushed—and some secrets are better left buried with them.

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A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Beasts We Raise" by D.L. Taylor in front of a bookshelf. --- D.L. Taylor will be here for our YA Fantasy event, come meet the author on Thursday, March 5th: https://withfriends.co/event/27579115/witches_magic_and_wonder_an_interview_with_young_adult_fantasy_authors --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1wrtlT9njPW2w Marry her enemy. Save her realm. Forsake her heart. The heart-shattering conclusion to this dark fantasy duology is perfect for fans of Adrienne Young, Tricia Levenseller, and Brigid Kemmerer. Newly-appointed Prime Mancella is desperate to keep the peace within her realm and within herself. Having recently acquired the power to physically split into separate versions of herself, her identity is beginning to fracture—along with her land, which is on the brink of war. The only semblance of normalcy in her life is her budding romance with thief-turned-confidant, Silver. . . at least until the mysterious Prime Reltas arrives at her doorstep asking, or rather demanding, her hand in marriage. If Mance wants to avoid a fight that will devastate her realm, she’ll have to consider the proposal. Even if it destroys Silver. But Mance isn't ready to give up just yet. Desperate to free herself from the betrothal, Mance must seek allyship from other Primes and learn to control her new magic. If she fails, her decision to refuse Reltas's proposal will implode the delicate state of affairs across the realms, setting off a catastrophic war—and shatter two hearts in the process.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Amari and the Metalwork Menace" by B.B. Alston in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/UhelvOrckPlw7WAcsuU4gw The gripping fourth book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Supernatural Investigations series that began with "Amari and the Night Brothers"! Perfect for fans of "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky", "Percy Jackson and the Olympians", and "Nevermoor". In the wake of the extreme losses to the Bureau during the war with Dylan Van Helsing and the magicians, Amari has stepped back from being a Junior Agent to spend the school year as a normal kid. But as she prepares to graduate eighth grade, she's faced with a decision: Return to the Bureau and join the elite new Junior Special Agent Program, or retire for good—which would mean safety, but also losing her memories of the supernatural world. But soon she finds that she may not have a choice. A deadly new curse is threatening both the supernatural and mortal worlds as, beneath their skin, people are slowly becoming machines—and losing their very humanity. And it's somehow related to the First Magician. Hundreds of cases have been cropping up, with no cure in sight. And when the curse hits someone close to Amari, it's up to her to get to the bottom of this deadly mystery—even if it means trusting an old enemy.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Fox Hunt" by Caitlin Breeze in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/2-gUryvjjJ8cMYMpM-t4dQ Dive into the dark underbelly of England’s most ancient university, where behind closed doors a circle of privileged students enter into a dark pagan ritual—one that holds tantalizing power and comes at a terrible price.​ "An absorbing novel that weaves an unforgettable tale of magic and subversion." —Kirkus Reviews (starred review) When practical, unassuming second-year student Emma Curran wins an exciting research fellowship, she is ushered into the glittering debauchery of the University elite. There, she falls for the devastating, aristocratic Jasper Balfour, leader of the all-male Turnbull Club: a shadowy secret society that has created centuries of Britain’s leaders, power brokers and history-makers. One night, the Turnbulls propose a sinister little game: a fox hunt. The women run. The men chase. And Emma finds herself fleeing for her life through the streets, hunted by the boy she loves. Torn from her ordinary life and trapped in a dangerous, otherworldly realm, Emma awakens transformed. No longer mortal, she's become something beastly. And now she must summon every ounce of cunning and ferocity to save herself.

A photo of a hand holding the book, "Behind Closed Doors" by Shain Rose in front of a bookshelf. --- The first 6 people who purchase the book in store will receive a signed bookplate, a sticker sheet, and an art print! https://blue-house-books.com/item/N72jacmRMGDmOHlwtWMxhw *DELUXE LIMITED EDITION PAPERBACK featuring stenciled edges that go across the whole series, glitter cover effects, designed interiors, and full color character art!* With the scandalous intrigue of Desperate Housewives and the decadent spice of 365 Days, this first in a sizzling new series from USA Today bestselling Booktok sensation Shain Rose welcomes you to Paradise Grove, a luxurious, ultra-private billionaire enclave—where the stakes are high, and the secrets are buried deep. Perfect for fans of Ana Huang, Rina Kent, Marni Mann, LJ Shen, and JT Geissinger. He’s the forbidden enigma I wanted to ignore . . . but instead I’ll be forced to share a home with him. Jameson Knight arrives at precisely the same time every day to pick up his young daughter from school, smiling as she runs into his open arms. It’s the only time I see him smile. I don’t ask questions because it’s not my place. I’m just his daughter’s favorite teacher, nothing more. . . . Until the first bullet flies by us at recess. Suddenly, I’m risking my life to protect her. And then Jameson drags me back to his estate, claiming it’s a matter of life-or-death. Now I’m in the most beautiful home I’ve ever seen, faced with an offer from a man who’s just as gorgeous: Be the temporary live-in nanny until he can ensure my safety and find a more permanent solution. It’ll be easy, he promises. Yet, the arrangement is anything but simple. Not when Jameson’s hungry stare is all consuming and his touch pulse racing. And definitely not when I find that nothing in this neighborhood is as it seems, including Jameson. He may be powerful, possessive, and protective. But he’s also dangerous, demanding, and calculating. As more of…

Happy #NewReleaseTuesday everybody! We’ve got some great ones this week, including a compelling dark fantasy by one of the four authors participating in our upcoming YA fantasy panel event! (Check it out here: www.withfriends.co/.../witches_...)

A graphic with a light yellow background, the book cover of "Final Girl", a collection of poem by Haley Valenta and her author photo. It also says- SELF-HARM AWARENESS MONTH. MEET & GREET WITH HALEY VALENTA. Saturday, March 21st. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blue House Books. --- Observed each March, Self-Harm Awareness Month is dedicated to educating the public about the prevalence, warning signs, prevention strategies, and support resources related to self-harm. Haley’s collections center on healing and growth, and during the event, she will be chatting with readers and signing books! A portion of Haley’s sales will be donated to To Write Love On Her Arms, a nonprofit movement focused on presenting hope and connecting people to help for depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. In addition, Blue House Books will donate 10% of all sales during the event to the same organization. Come support a talented local artist and an important cause! Registration is not required, but RSVP to receive event updates and reminders here: https://withfriends.co/.../meet_and_greet_with_haley_valenta

Each March, Self-Harm Awareness Month is dedicated to educating the public about the prevalence, warning signs, prevention strategies, &support resources related to self-harm. Haley’s collections center on healing and growth, and during the event, she will be chatting with readers and signing books!

A graphic with a light blue background. It also has the book, "Good Night, Escargot" and the author photo of Dashka Slater. It says- STUFFIE SLEEPOVER WITH DASHKA SLATER. Wednesday, April 15th at 6 p.m. Kenosha Public Library. RSVP Required. --- You know the snail. You love the snail. IT'S ESCARGOT! We are beyond excited to welcome Dashka Slater, author of the Escargot series, for a Stuffie Sleepover featuring her newest book, "Good Night, Escargot" 🐌 Join us on Wednesday, April 15 at 6 PM at the Kenosha Public Library Northside Branch for a pajama party storytime, and an after-hours adventure. Kiddos will hear the story, make a cozy little bed for their stuffed friend, and tuck them in for a library sleepover. Then the grown-ups take the kids home… and the stuffies stay behind for mysterious overnight shenanigans! Stuffies can be picked up the next day between 9 AM and 8 PM, along with the full report of their adventures. This event is FREE, but RSVP is required for crafting supplies here: https://withfriends.co/.../stuffie_sleepover_with_good... Also, maybe leave the absolute favorite stuffie at home unless you’re ready for dramatic goodbyes at bedtime!

You know the snail. You love the snail. IT'S ESCARGOT!

We are beyond excited to welcome Dashka Slater, author of the Escargot series, for a Stuffie Sleepover featuring her newest book, "Good Night, Escargot" 🐌

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