If you’ve visited the Edmonds Library recently, you’ve likely noticed the return of a familiar feature: the Friends of the Edmonds Library book sale. This sale space, located in the…
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PUD launches new ‘Reading Between the Lines’ program in local libraries
Snohomish County PUD is launching a new partnership and reading program with Everett Public Libraries and Sno-Isle Public Libraries. The new reading program, “Reading Between the Lines,” will donate books…
Community invited to March 24 bookseller panel hosted by Friends of the Edmonds Library
Spring and books are in the air. Join the Friends of the Edmonds Library Thursday, March 24, at 6 p.m. for a panel discussion with three local booksellers. This in-person event…
‘The First Kennedys’ author Neal Thompson to speak at Edmonds Rotary March 15
Author Neal Thompson will discuss his latest book, The First Kennedys, The Humble Roots of an American Dynasty, at Edmonds Rotary Tuesday, March 15 The Kennedys have been called “American Royalty”:…
Sno-Isle Libraries program explores the Asian experience in America
Sno-Isle Libraries’ Whidbey Reads program — in a virtual format available to all — is celebrating the Asian American experience with online events in March and April. The program culminates…
Deadline March 31 for 3rd graders to enter Best Book I Ever Read poster exhibit
Any third-grade-aged child who attends a school within Edmonds’ city limits, or who lives in Edmonds, is eligible for the Edmonds Arts Commission’s Best Book I Ever Read poster exhibit….
Recommended reads: ‘Death by Sample Size’ a humorous, intriguing mystery
Death by Sample Size, by Susie Black How about a liberal dose of laugh-out-loud humor with your intriguing mystery? Here’s an amateur sleuth who is wise-cracking, irreverent and becomes determined…
‘Baby Buck’ from Edmonds-based Buck Academy earns blue ribbon
Baby Buck, by Dustin and Febyolla Goss of Edmonds-based Buck Academy, received a blue ribbon from Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, the trade magazine for homeschool educators. It was named the most favorite book for…
Lynnwood book publisher encourages readers to give spooky stories a try
A local publisher who specializes in bizarre and scary stories is encouraging people to give the horror genre a chance this spooky season. Since 2013, Brett Reistroffer has shared his…
Friend of Edmonds Library hosting poetry panel with EPIC Group Writers Oct. 28
Registration is open for the Friends of the Edmonds Library’s Thursday, Oct. 28 program, featuring local poets from EPIC Group Writers. Poet panelists Gerald Bigelow, James Backstrom and Kristina Stapleton…
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Reminder: Sno-Isle Libraries to welcome speculative fiction superstars for virtual Oct. 19 talk
Two of today’s most popular acclaimed authors from the world of speculative fiction are gearing up for their virtual visit to Sno-Isle Libraries’ Open Book online author series to share…
Local author’s debut novel explores resilience, empowerment
Mountlake Terrace resident Amanda Johnson had her debut novel East of Manhattan published recently. The novel was partially informed by her personal experiences while husband Ben Hill worked as the…
Mary Kay: The woman behind the Edmonds Bookshop
Life is changing for Mary Kay Sneeringer, former owner and now part-time staff at the beloved Edmonds Bookshop. For the past 20 years, Mary Kay has shared her love and…
A new chapter, a new owner for Edmonds Bookshop
Change is variable. It can be exciting but also nerve-wracking. For Michelle Bear, who is about to take possession of the much-beloved Edmonds Bookshop — an all-important component of downtown…
Online event with authors will address body positivity in youth literature
Sno-Isle Libraries will feature five contributors to the young-adult anthology, “Every Body Shines: Sixteen Stories About Living Fabulously Fat,” as guests at its upcoming Aug. 18 Open Book online author…
Scene in Edmonds: The art of storytelling
Dogs and fashion was the focus of a visit by Edmonds author Kizzie Jones to Sound Styles during the Edmonds Art Walk Thursday night. The Sound Styles window display features…
Edmonds author Nick Baker’s books now available in audio format
Edmonds author and musician Nick Baker‘s two children’s books — Bad Behavior Blues and Turtle — are now available in audio format. According to Baker’s mom (and Restaurant News writer) Kathy…
‘Coffee for Dummies’ author to appear at Edmonds Bookshop virtual author event April 1
During his 25 years at Starbucks, Major Cohen had many roles, and in his last seven years led coffee education efforts for the company. His first book, Coffee for Dummies, is…
Edmonds underwater photographer announces ‘Planet Ocean’ book for ages 9-14
Underwater photographer and Edmonds resident Annie Crawley has released a new book for ages 9-14, Planet Ocean: Why We All Need A Healthy Ocean. Crawley is the photographer for the 64-page…
Lynnwood author William McClain chooses new path
Lynnwood author William McClain’s first novel, The Risk in Crossing Borders, is literally an “eye-opener.” Set in Seattle, Syria, Beirut and France, the book reflects McCain’s views on the global…
Edmonds author hosting ‘Staged for Murder’ virtual book party Dec. 6
You’re invited to a virtual book party this Sunday, Dec. 6 to celebrate the e-book release of Staged for Murder, the third in Edmonds author Erica Miner’s “Opera Mystery” series. The…
Book by long-time Edmonds resident offers advice to new and aspiring RV enthusiasts
Recreational vehicles are selling in near record numbers as Americans seek a safe way to travel during the Covid-19 pandemic — and long-time Edmonds resident and RV travel enthusiast Chuck…
Aspiring author? November is National Novel Writing Month
Perhaps you’ve always wanted to write that great American novel or tell-all memoir, but life got in the way. Then a pandemic happened, and now your life exists largely on…
Rick Steves releases new book ‘For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People, and Stories’
Edmonds-based European travel authority Rick Steves has released a new book: For the Love of Europe: My Favorite Places, People and Stories. The book, published by Avalon Travel July 7,…
Local author seeks wedding stories for upcoming book
Have a tale to tell about the day you said “I do”? Local author Barbara Kindness is looking for wedding stories to include in her upcoming book. “I imagine there…