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Saturn Booksellers, Gaylord's hometown bookstore right in the heart of the Alpine Village, is a general, independent shop for readers of all ages. An eclectic atmosphere (think chalkboard walls and a coffee shop in a log cabin built right into the store...), a friendly, knowledgeable staff composed of true bibliophiles, a wide selection of books and related goodies, a full calendar of events, free wi-fi and a real sense of fun make Saturn Booksellers a destination for locals and tourists alike.
The bookstore was named the 2007 Michigan Retailer of the Year! The award is given annually by the Michigan Press Assn. and the Michigan Retailers' Assn. and is based primarily on community involvement. Congratulations to all of our awesome booksellers!
On behalf of my staff and myself, welcome to our 'virtual store.' We hope you enjoy shopping Gaylord's hometown bookstore 24/7. As always, your loyalty is invaluable to us! Jill Miner, owner
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Storyhour Sat. at 11:30 with crafts from our friends at Ben Franklin. No rsvp required. To see pictures from recent events, clickhere. For links to some of our favorite authors' websites clickhere
 Title of Event: Of Woods And Water Photographers to Sign!
When: Saturday, July 11, 2009 11:30 AM
Location: Saturn Booksellers
Description: Of Woods and Water was hands-down my favorite coffee table book this past Christmas, and yours, too, judging by how many we sold! I'm thrilled that photographers Ron Leonetti and Christopher Jordan will be here in the store to meet their many fans. Please make plans to join us!
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Here's a sampling of some our current and perennial favorites, or at least what we've been reading lately...(list changes weekly-ish) Click here to see your favorite staffer's review.
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Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet
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Ford, Jamie
This is essentially a love story between Henry, a Chinese boy growing up in the forties in Seattle, and Keiko, his Japanese friend who was sent to an internment camp with her family.
At first, Henry is the only Asian at his all-white elementary school. He is there on scholarship, and is generally harassed and bullied as anti-Asian sentiment takes hold. His father makes him wear a button that says “I am Chinese” so that he won’t be treated as the enemy.
But then “the enemy” comes to sixth grade – in the form of Keiko – and soon she becomes Henry’s only friend besides a black jazz musician who wails his sax on the sidewalks.
Despite his parents’ forbidding him to, Henry hangs out with Keiko and even goes to her house and befriends her family.
All too soon the Japanese are herded out of Seattle and into internment camps, where Keiko and Henry’s friendship is forced to blossom long distance.
This story is interspersed with the contemporary account of Henry – widower, father and unhappy man. His entire world is turned upside down when renovators of the long-abandoned Panama Hotel find a warren of trunks in the basement belonging to Japanese families who hastily stored them there as they were forced to abandon their belongings on the way to the camps.
This is a moving story and an interesting read about a time in history that has been easy to sweep under the rug. --Jill |
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Pre-Order Dan Brown's Lost Symbol today and save $25%! Search 9780385504225 above.
Save 20% on Indie Bestsellers (ABOVE) every day! (sale price shown.) Choose In-Store Pickup for FREE shipping. Choose FREE US SHIPPING with a $35 purchase. Join a bookclub and save 25%. Click below for more info on availablility, discounts, AUTOGRAPHED COPIES, etc. This site does NOT represent our current in-store stock. Questions? Call us at 732-8899.
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We feature (and sell, grind and bag) locally roasted coffees from UpNorth Coffee Roasters, The Great Lakes Tea & Spice Company's fine teas and tea brewing accessories, and new Coffee Cabin Mugs and candy from the Alpine Chocolat Haus! Plus, we deliver to our downtown friends! Ask us about catering your next business meeting, punchcards, this month's read-a-latte, student discounts, etc.
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Unique and provocative selections from a great diversity of voices...all personally recommended by the independent booksellers of America.
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Once Dead, Twice Shy
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Harrison, Kim
Madison Avery's prom night killed her -- literally. So, now she's dead, sort of. Because she snatched the amulet of power away from the dark reaper who killed her, stole her body, and tried to collect her soul, she has the illusion of life and a body, but she has absolutely no idea what is going on. Kim Harrison's witty paranormal thriller has that perfect balance of humor, danger, and romance.--Karen Keyte, Books Etc. (Portland, ME) |
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We are always on the lookout for the fun and unique when it comes to our gift items. Check out our new all-natural lip balm, giant checkers, local lake coasters, book lovers' tshirts, gift mugs, hand-poured candy bars from the Alpine Chocolat Haus and more, more, more! Here's a sampling...
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