Store Hours
Monday - Saturday: 10 am - 6 pm
Sunday: 11 am - 4 pm
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Celebrate and cherish the connections we share with a special story time featuring All the Beating Hearts illustrated by Cátia Chien. For the event, Cátia will read her book, draw, and answer any questions before singing books. Best for ages 4+.
Masks are required for attendance.
Join New York Times bestselling author and illustrator team Suzanne and Max Lang for a special holiday story time for Grumpy Monkey Valentine Gross-Out. The two will read their book and host a themed craft activity for kids. Best for ages 4+.
Please RSVP so we know how many monkeys to plan for!
Celebrate diverse voices in reading at the Book Festival with author talks, local book vendors (one of them is Once Upon A Time!), food trucks, DJ, and activities for all ages.
Vahe Berberian
Joe Cepeda
Naz Kutub
Andrea J. Loney
Ajuan Mance
Luis J. Rodriguez
Benson Shum
And special guest: John Cho
Imagination can take you on an adventure with our Something Wild story time. Author-illustrator Molly Ruttan will read her book and do a little demo on a viola for kids before signing books. Best for ages 3+.
Masks are required for attendance.
Local author Charlotte Maya will be sharing her personal and powerful story of grief and resilience as well as writing advice for those interested in sharing their own stories. After the presentation she will be available for questions and a book signing. Join our event and grab a signed copy to pass along to someone in need.
Masks are required for attendance.
New York Times bestselling author and Caldecott Medal winner Dan Santat will be launching his brand new graphic novel memoir A First Time for Everything with Once Upon A Time Bookstore! We are delighted to be the host as Dan - with the help of special guests from the book - shares his life-changing experience with attendees. Because of high-interest we are hosting this event simultaneously in-person and virtually via Facebook Live.
De Leon’s propulsive, authentic contemporary YA story centers on Maya, a Guatemalan teen whose unique fashion designs just might win her the coveted prize money and a line of her designs in stores. However, her protective mother fears that the escalating gang violence in their colonia (neighborhood) is out of control. With a Romeo & Juliet romance in play, Maya must make some life-or-death decisions that throw the story into a race-to-the end thriller. Absolutely first rate.
(YA Contemporary Fiction, ages 14+) - Reviewed by Maureen
