Explore Tennessee's beauty through books set in the state, from Pulitzer Prize-winning novels to captivating stories of grief, nature, and relationships.

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15.04.2024

Best Quotes from Ursula K. Le Guin

Explore the remarkable life and legacy of Ursula K. Le Guin, a pioneer in speculative fiction, through her best quotes and award-winning works.

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07.04.2024

Top Books by State: New York

Explore the literary landscape of New York through books like The Great Gatsby and The City We Became. Dive into the rich stories of the Empire State.

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18.03.2024

Top Books by State: Vermont

Explore the literary landscape of Vermont with top rare books and captivating stories featuring Donna Tartt and Robert Frost.

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25.02.2024

Newbery Medal Winning Authors Series: Charles Boardman Hawes

Explore the world of rare books focusing on Newbery Award-winning author Charles Boardman Hawes. Learn about his works and legacy in children's literature.

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18.02.2024

History of the Fine Press Movement

Discover the history of the fine press movement, from William Morris to modern-day organizations dedicated to preserving the art of fine book printing.

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11.02.2024

Best Quotes from Douglas Adams

Discover the fascinating life and works of Douglas Adams, the renowned English writer explore the best quotes that showcase Adams' voice and perspective.

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04.02.2024

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Chris Raschka

Discover the world of illustrator Chris Raschka. Learn about his career, artistic style, and notable works, including Caldecott Medal winners.

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28.01.2024

Adam Worth: The Man Behind Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Professor Moriarty

Discover the fascinating story behind Professor Moriarty. Learn about the real-life criminal, Adam Worth, who inspired Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's creation.

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22.01.2024

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Kevin Henkes

From Caldecott winner to author of captivating novels, discover the art and collectible works of Kevin Henkes, illustrator, and author of children's books

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08.01.2024

Speculative Fiction Writer Octavia Butler: A Reading Guide

Discover the powerful and influential works of Octavia Butler. Her novels tackle slavery, climate change, and power structures, leaving a lasting impact.

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18.12.2023

Gertrude Chandler Warner and The Boxcar Children

Discover the beloved Gertrude Chandler Warner and her children's series, The Boxcar Children. Dive into the world of mystery, suspense, and adventure.

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11.12.2023

Collecting Nancy Drew

Discover the enduring appeal of Nancy Drew, the teen girl detective. Explore her origins, character traits, and the series she has appeared.

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04.12.2023

Best Books Set in Magic Schools

Discover the enchanting world of magic schools in fantasy novels. From iconic classics to thrilling new releases, these books will captivate readers.

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27.11.2023

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Chris Van Allsburg

Discover the captivating world of Chris Van Allsburg. From his award-winning books to their film adaptations, delve into the career of a beloved artist.

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13.11.2023

Best Quotes from Ernest Hemingway

Discover the brilliance of Ernest Hemingway and his impact on American literature. Explore some of his best quotes and learn about his writing style.

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06.11.2023

Rare Books in American College Towns

No matter when you’re visiting a college or university town, chances are good that you'll find opportunities for adding to your rare book collection.

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29.10.2023

Nostradamus' Transition from Physician to Psychic

Discover the fascinating life of Nostradamus, from his beginnings as a scholar and apothecary to his rise as a one of the most renowned psychics in history.

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23.10.2023

Remembering Anne Rice

Remembering the life and work of horror writer Anne Rice, whose influential novels introduced sympathetic vampires and featured queer relationships.

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16.10.2023

Quotes from the Best of Horror Literature

Discover the history of horror literature, from its religious and folklore origins to its popularization in movies with quotes from iconic horror books.

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13.10.2023

Best Quotes from The Chronicles of Narnia

Discover the timeless and beloved fantasy series, The Chronicles of Narnia, through quotes from the books. Dive into the magical world by C.S. Lewis.

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13.10.2023

Collectible Halloween Books for the Whole Family

Discover the perfect spooky books for the Halloween season with stories that will immerse readers of all ages in the Halloween spirit.

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17.09.2023

Best Quotes from the Dragon Riders of Pern series by Anne McCaffrey

Discover the world of Anne McCaffrey's Dragon Riders of Pern series. Explore her extraordinary life and delve into some of the best quotes from the saga.

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06.09.2023

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 4

Explore the fascinating world of rare books that inspired Disney. From classic stories to folk tales, uncover the literary influences behind the movies.

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02.09.2023

Fantasy Author Patricia McKillip: A Reading Guide

Discover the enchanting world of Patricia McKillip, an award-winning fantasy author known for her lyrical prose and feminist takes on folk and fairy tales.

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27.08.2023

The Best Quotes From Winnie-the-Pooh

Discover the enchanting world of Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends. Explore the timeless quotes that have captivated readers of all ages for decades.

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20.08.2023

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Beth Krommes

Discover the captivating world of Caldecott Medal recipient Beth Krommes, known for her unique style of wood engraving and mixed media illustrations.

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11.08.2023

Best Children's Books with Animal Protagonists

If you are looking to acquire some timeless children's books, we've compiled a list of some of the best novels featuring animal protagonists.

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27.07.2023

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 3

Disney is a company that for decades has transformed our favorite stories into our favorite movies, allowing us to experience beloved tales in a new way.

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18.06.2023

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 2

While Disney's animated features are sometimes original stories, more often than not, the studio turns to the world of literature for inspiration.

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11.06.2023

Top Quotes from L.M. Montgomery

Introduced in L.M. Montgomery’s 1908 novel, Anne of Green Gables, precocious Anne Shirley, don't forget the "e," made a place on children's bookshelves.

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04.06.2023

Book-to-Film: The Books That Inspired Disney - Part 1

Book-to-Film: In 1938, Walt Disney Productions released the first feature-length animated movie, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, based on Grimm's tale.

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28.05.2023

Collectible Academic Press Books

We want to take a closer look at some books from academic presses that just might have a higher market value than you’d expect.

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21.05.2023

Judy Blume's Most Banned Books

With a career spanning over fifty years, Judy Blume is a force in children's fiction. Her earnest portrayals of life for teens and pre-teens have made her one of the most beloved authors writing today.

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11.05.2023

Best Quotes from Philip Roth

Philip Roth was born in New Jersey in 1933 to second-generation Jewish parents from Austria and Ukraine respectively.

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05.05.2023

Collecting Charles van Sandwyk

Vancouver-based illustrator Charles van Sandwyk is best known for his whimsical illustrated books. Charles is a good friend of the firm for many years.

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25.04.2023

Top Books by State: Montana

We look at two books set in Montana. The Horse Whisperer and A River Runs Through It; both have been made into stunning movies and make great collectibles.

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20.04.2023

Top Books by State: South Carolina

We continue our literary trip across the United States by taking a closer look at some of the best books set in South Carolina.

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12.04.2023

Newbery Winning Authors Series: Charles J. Finger

The Newbery Medal awards the best children's book. In 1925, Finger won with stories inspired by his travels, promoting literature to kids and adults.

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Top Books by State: Tennessee

Best Quotes from Ursula K. Le Guin

Top Books by State: New York

Top Books by State: Vermont

Newbery Medal Winning Authors Series: Charles Boardman Hawes

History of the Fine Press Movement

Best Quotes from Douglas Adams

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Chris Raschka

Adam Worth: The Man Behind Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Professor Moriarty

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Kevin Henkes

Speculative Fiction Writer Octavia Butler: A Reading Guide

Gertrude Chandler Warner and The Boxcar Children

Collecting Nancy Drew

Best Books Set in Magic Schools

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Chris Van Allsburg

Best Quotes from Ernest Hemingway

Rare Books in American College Towns

Nostradamus' Transition from Physician to Psychic

Remembering Anne Rice

Quotes from the Best of Horror Literature

Top Horror Classics to Read in the Fall

Best Quotes from The Chronicles of Narnia

Collectible Halloween Books for the Whole Family

Best Quotes from the Dragon Riders of Pern series by Anne McCaffrey

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 4

Fantasy Author Patricia McKillip: A Reading Guide

The Best Quotes From Winnie-the-Pooh

Caldecott Winning Illustrators Series: Beth Krommes

Best Children's Books with Animal Protagonists

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 3

The Books That Inspired Disney: Part 2

Top Quotes from L.M. Montgomery

Book-to-Film: The Books That Inspired Disney - Part 1

Collectible Academic Press Books

Judy Blume's Most Banned Books

Best Quotes from Philip Roth

Collecting Charles van Sandwyk

Top Books by State: Montana

Top Books by State: South Carolina

Newbery Winning Authors Series: Charles J. Finger

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