The Wanderer of New Hope

Local Author, Kelly Starling Lyons, on The Book Beat Blog

The Book Beat blog is hosted by Carborro Radio Host, Audrey Layden.  The link to Kelly Starling Lyon's interview with Audrey is posted on the blog.  Listen in as the author talks of her experience in writing "One Million Men and Me."

The Rusty Bucket Kids - Nominated for 3 Emmys

Peak City Publishing and RBKC, Inc entered into an agreement to publish “A Behind the Scenes Look at The Rusty Bucket Kids, Lincoln, Journey to 16.” On Friday, November 19th, Peak City Publishing, LLC released the proof copy of the new book to the company. At the same time, RBKC, Inc were also waiting for news of a very special event, taking place in Nashville, TN. The Nashville/Midsouth Chapter of The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS) announced the nominations for the 25th Annual Midsouth Regional Emmy® Awards at a reception November 19 at BMI headquarters on Music Row.

“The Rusty Bucket Kids, Lincoln, Journey to 16” was nominated for three Emmys Friday night in Nashville, TN. The show, produced and filmed locally in New Hill, Apex and Bonsal, NC, was nominated for:

Music/Composer/Arranger: Craig Brandywynne
Set Design: Denise Schumaker
Writer/Program: Kevin Robert McDermott

The winners will be announced on January 19th, 2011 at a Gala Event in Nashville, TN.

The First Line

Kidsville & All Booked Up Partner for Kids Bookclub

The Kidsville News and All Booked Up are partnering to bring local authors, children and Truman together to encourage reading. Truman, a 6 foot dragon who loves to read, will be traveling to All Booked Up, his new home away from home, to support the Author Meet & Greet with children of all ages.



The June Book will be "Wild Things" by Chapel Hill author Clay Carmichael. The book has been awarded honors in the following:

Wild Things has been nominated and awarded with many honors. A few of which include:

North Carolina Juvenile Literature Award
2010-11 NC Children's Book Award nominee
A Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book of the Year
2010 Bank Street College Book of the Year/starred
A 2010 ALA Notable Children's Book
An NCTE Notable Children's Book
NAPPA Gold Award
Capitol Choices 2010 Noteworthy Book
A Chapel Hill Public Library Best Book
A Scholastic Instructor Best Kids' Book
ALAN Pick


Learn more about Clay Carmichael at:
Books are currently available at 20% off for Truman Book Club Members at All Booked Up!

All Booked Up Events, New Merchandise & Free Stuff

All Booked Up is pleased to announce an exciting list of events, new merchandise and Free Stuff at All Booked Up.

NEW MERCHANDISE
The Rusty Kids Club debut TV show aired on WRAL at 12:00 on Saturday, April 17th. If you missed it, we have the DVDs for sale at ALL BOOKED UP. We also have the music CDs and movie posters. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive a piece of “new” Apex History.

ALL BOOKED UP has searched across the county for new and unique pieces of home décor. The new pieces, pictures and statues are now for sale in ALL BOOKED UP. Older pieces have been marked down by 20-30%. If you see something you like, make us an offer!

FREE STUFF
Kidsville Newspaper is a publication dedicated to enriching the child’s learning experience through exciting events, book club programs and more. It is more than a newspaper for young readers. Kidsville News! is a valued learning resource that promotes and encourages young people to read and have fun in school and it’s FREE. ALL BOOKED UP has the Kidsville News! Available in the store.

EVENTS
Saturday, April 24th, from 2:00 – 3:30, we are hosting local author, Carolynn Woods, for a book signing and discussion. “The Aardvark’s Wife” is a candid look at marriage to a partner with Aspergers Syndrome. Light Refreshments will be served, including the delectable White Chocolate Raspberry cheesecake by Imagine Cheesecakes.

Monday, April 26th, from 3:00-7:30 we will be showing our appreciation for teachers by offering special discounts on children’s books and teacher resources. Carol Crane, author and historian, will join us for a discussion with teachers at 6:30PM. In addition to the already low priced books we offer, we will also be providing special pricing on “The Handkerchief Quilt” by Ms. Crane and a free poster with the purchase of any of her titles.

Saturday, May 1st, we will be participating in the annual Peak Festival. We will be offering special pricing and discounts on estate pieces. We will also have a special appearance by Miles and William Rabun, children authors of “My Grandmas Backyard.” You will not want to miss this children’s event which includes music, reading and dancing.

Saturday, May 8th at 2:00, we will be hosting a launch party for Young Adult/Fantasy Author Lisa Shearin. Join us to celebrate the fourth book by this best selling author. The first three books in the series are available at ALL BOOKED UP now!

Saturday, May 22nd, at 2:30, we are pleased to host author and WRAL investigator, Amanda Lamb, to talk about her fourth release: “The Evil Next Door.” After the rape and murder of Raleigh, North Carolina, resident Stephanie Bennett, police had ample DNA evidence. They also had a suspect: the man next door. But for more than three years, he eluded them by refusing to hand over a DNA sample, wiping down anything he touched and even planting decoy samples. This is the gripping story of how a team of detectives finally tripped him up-and brought closure to an innocent young woman's family.

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