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Nov

18

2021

Bestseller Spotlight: Guitars (and a Trumpet)

It’s time for a Thursday Theme, when we shine a spotlight on some of the titles featured in this week’s Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association regional bestseller list. Hark, is that a guitar I hear? Well, I certainly see a few guitars when I look at covers of the bestsellers this week. Why not throw in a shiny …

Oct

17

2019

Northwest Trees

Northwest Trees written by Stephen Arno, illustrated by Ramona Hammerly

From Mountaineers, this book is an intimate work of art elegantly inventorying the peaceful giants that give the Northwest its serene beauty. From mighty cedars to dainty scrub oaks this guide gives you everything you need to both celebrate and understand the tree species covered within. Steven Arno imparts his wealth of knowledge and Ramona …

Jun

20

2018

Curious Kids Nature Guide

Curious Kids Nature Guide by Fiona Cohen, illustrated by Marni Fylling

Did you know there are three kinds of orcas living in the Pacific Northwest waters? (Resident, transient, and offshore!) I had no idea until I read this book! It’s a perfect introduction to the flora and fauna of the Pacific Northwest for kids and adults alike, with realistic illustrations and mini lessons on how to …

Mar

13

2018

3

remarks

James Crossley

Birds, Books, and Botany

In much of the country, the month began with roaring winter storms, but that wasn’t the case here. Our early March was a lamb, so gentle and solicitous that it brought mint jelly with it and invited Northwesterners to tie on a bib. I accepted the offer and bit into the fair weather with gusto, …

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