Tag Archives: Watchung Booksellers

Indies Inspire!

Posted on August 27, 2020 by karinwritesdangerously

“I love indie bookstores because I love the safe and inclusive spaces that they create for the people in their communities. They’re more than just places to shop. They are community centers that promote and host important events about issues … Continue reading →

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“White Bird”

Posted on October 3, 2019 by karinwritesdangerously

What a thrill to attend the launch of White Bird, a visionary children’s graphic novel! Hosted by Watchung Booksellers, my fabulous local indie, the event was packed with kids, parents, and other admirers of White Bird’s author, R. J Palacio. … Continue reading →

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Indies Inspire!

Posted on April 27, 2018 by karinwritesdangerously

“Let my temptation be a book, which I shall purchase, hold, and keep.”   Eugene Field This Saturday, April 28, is Independent Bookstore Day. So put on your dancing shoes and get thee to thy nearest independent bookstore and celebrate by … Continue reading →

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Indies First!

Posted on November 22, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

“For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth.”  Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird Indies First, held on Small Business Saturday, brings together authors, readers, and publishers in support of independent bookstores. Authors and local … Continue reading →

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Stepping Out

Posted on June 6, 2017 by karinwritesdangerously

As writers, we spend a lot of time in our heads and staring at a blank page, and we’re often working on long-term projects that take time to complete. So every once in a while, it can be fun, instructive … Continue reading →

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Author Advocate

Posted on October 5, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“We’re all looking for that magic. We want to feel a story powerfully again.” Margot Sage-El, Watchung Booksellers Indie bookstore owners can be an author’ best friend — and one of the best authors’ friends around is Margot Sage-EL of … Continue reading →

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Indies Unite!

Posted on May 1, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“For some of us, books are as important as almost anything else on earth.” Anne Lamott, Bird by Bird This Saturday, May 2, is Independent Bookstore Day. So put on your dancing shoes and get thee to thy nearest independent … Continue reading →

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Misty Motivates

Posted on April 3, 2015 by karinwritesdangerously

“Dancers have to keep studying, practicing, and striving until the day they retire.” Misty Copeland, Life in Motion What a delight! To my right, a teenage girl clutching a shiny new book and to my left, an adorable little bundle … Continue reading →

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Indies Rebounding

Posted on July 11, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

One of the most heartening messages to emerge from the 2014 Book Expo America (BEA): Indie bookstores are enjoying a renaissance. While digital books are still going strong, for the first time since 2005, there are more than 2,000 independent … Continue reading →

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Entertaining Evening

Posted on June 4, 2014 by karinwritesdangerously

Writing is wonderful — solitary and soul-satisfying. And yet, sharing the fruits of our labor with an encouraging audience can be equally enjoyable and rewarding. That’s why it was so much fun for my critique group, Working Title 7, to … Continue reading →

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