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Libby Manthey

Jan

10

2022

2

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Honoring a Bookselling Legend,
Libby Manthey of Riverwalk Books

Dear Friends of Riverwalk Books, As many of you know Libby has been battling cancer and on January 7th, Libby passed away at home peacefully surrounded by family. We know that Libby has impacted many lives in the Lake Chelan Valley, and she felt so supported by the community during her health struggles. She passed …

Aug

23

2019

Riverwalk Books Celebrates 25 Years

Riverwalk Books of Chelan, WA celebrated its 25-year Anniversary this month. Booksellers from all over the country (as well as one very special best-selling author) recorded a video full of messages of congratulations and thanks for Libby Manthey, the store’s owner. Treat yourself to these heartfelt (and often funny) testimonials from superstars from the literary …

Mar

31

2015

Maggie, David, and Leigh Ann at Book N Brush in Chehalis, WA

On the Road with Maggie & Leigh Ann

                Day 2 Wednesday March 25 We woke Wednesday in misty Astoria wondering what day it was. The numerous bookstores we visited on our first day on the road made it seem like it must be well beyond the actual 24 hours spent so far. Assured by our …

Nov

17

2010

City Dog, Country Frog by Mo Willems and Jon J. Muth

“From two Caldecott Honorees comes a heartfelt meditation on time and the lasting impact of friendship. In spring, newly arrived City Dog meets Country Frog, who teaches him Country Frog games. In summer, Country Frog learns some City Dog games. As the days grow short in the fall, City Dog and Country Frog spend hours …

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