Book Reviews….my last 3 most recently read books!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I think by now everyone knows I love to read.  Seems like my reading is more sporadic the last few years but I’ve been reading a lot more consistently in 2024 and wanted to share thoughts on the last three books I’ve read…including one that made me mad and I can’t stop thinking about it.… Read More »

Book of the Week ~ The Covenant of Water (Giveaway)

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

It’s been over 10 years since I read Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese.   I remember thinking I may never (ever) read a book that good ever again. I’ve been waiting more than 13 years for him to write another book!   After reading an article about his new book, The Covenant of Water, I could not download it to my Kindle fast enough.   … Read More »

Children’s and Young Adult Book Sale

Friends of the Dunwoody Library will host a Children’s and Young Adult book sale at Dunwoody Library, 5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338.

January 26, 27, and 29, 2024.

Friday, 10am-Noon – Preview Shopping for Members Only

Noon-5pm -Open to All

Saturday 10am-5pm

Monday 10am -5pm – Bag Day – Fill a large grocery bag for $7.00… Read More »

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Discover a Great Read at Distillery of Modern Art’s November Boozy Book Fair

Join Distillery of Modern Art on Friday, November 10th 2023 for the next Boozy Book Fair with Read It Again Bookstore. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m, book lovers are invited to browse a carefully curated selection of titles and enjoy handcrafted signature and fall cocktails, charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter, sweets created by JARDí chocolates, and more.… Read More »

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Adult Book Sale – Friends of the Dunwoody Library

The Friends of the Dunwoody Library will host an Adult Book Sale on Thursday, September 14; Friday and Saturday, September 15-16; Monday, September 18, 2023, in the Williams Room at Dunwoody Library.

Shop for Adult fiction and nonfiction:

Most Hardbacks $2.00, Paperbacks $1.00. Some books are specially priced.

Fiction topics include Mysteries, Thrillers, Romance, and other popular genres.… Read More »

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Contact:

Friends of the Dunwoody Library
(470) 531-4074
Secretary@friendsofdunwoodylibrary.com

Discover a Great Read at Distillery of Modern Art’s Summer Boozy Book Fair

Join Distillery of Modern Art on Friday, August 25th 2023 for the next Boozy Book Fair with Read It Again Bookstore. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m, book lovers are invited to browse a carefully curated selection of titles and enjoy handcrafted signature and summer cocktails, charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter, sweets created by JARDí chocolates, and more.… Read More »

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Books Giveaway: Born a Crime and I Have Some Questions for You

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Recently I asked the Aha! subscribers what they recommend as my next books to read and got a lot of great suggestions! 

From the following list, I chose two:

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Children’s and Young Adult Book Sale

Friends of the Dunwoody Library hosts a Children’s and Young Adult book sale at Dunwoody Library, July 28, 29, 31, 2023.
Friday, 10am-Noon Preview Shopping for Members Only
— Noon-5pm Open to All
Saturday 10am-5pm
Monday 10am -5pm Bargain Day – Fill a large grocery bag for $7.00

Get ready for back-to-school with board books, picture books, early readers, chapter books, Young Adult fiction, graphic novels, and more!… Read More »

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Contact:

Friends of Dunwoody Library
(470) 531-4074
friendsdunwlibr@gmail.com

Local Author Book Giveaway: Food-ishness. By Betsy Hill Armstrong

Recently I received a note from a fellow Dunwoodian who has kids around my boys’ ages and used to walk right by my house on a daily basis on her way to Vanderlyn with her kids.  Gosh I miss those days!

I always love connecting with people and was thrilled that our mutual acquaintance, Christine Cooper, suggested Betsy reach out to me. … Read More »

Discover a Great Read at Distillery of Modern Art’s Summer Boozy Book Fair – Saturday, July 15th at 6 p.m.

Join Distillery of Modern Art on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 for the next Boozy Book Fair with Read It Again Bookstore. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m, book lovers are invited to browse a carefully curated selection of titles and enjoy handcrafted signature and summer cocktails, charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter, sweets created by JARDí chocolates, and more.… Read More »

What are you reading now? What should I read next?

by Audra H Anders for The Aha! Connection

Update…

Links to the books others have recommended.

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Giveaway: The RoadMap Lab™~ A strategic approach to planning a future of dignity, purpose, opportunity, and independence for Neurodiverse teens and young adults

Dr. Dana Zavatky is an Atlanta based licensed psychologist and behavior analyst who has focused on children in the autism spectrum for much of her career. She has formed a company, Parallel  with her business partner and together they have recently published a book that many will find helpful as they navigate the many challenges of life.… Read More »

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The Bitter and the Sweet ~ Book Giveaway from one of Audra’s Hometown Friends!

by Audra Hurston Anders for The Aha! Connection

A friend I’ve known since elementary school in Opelika, Alabama way back in the late 1970’s reached out to me last fall to let me know she had written a book!  I pre-ordered it as soon as we finished chatting and could hardly wait for the publication date to arrive in May.  … Read More »

Local Author Book Giveaway: Today I Feel like a Jelly Donut: A Book About Emotions

Katie Kenny Phillips lives in Dunwoody with her husband, five kids, and her dogs, Norm and Coco.  Lucky for us, she gave me a copy of her newest Children’s Book to give away:

Today I Feel like a Jelly Donut: A Book About Emotions

This colorful board book helps little ones identify their feelings by comparing their many moods to different foods.… Read More »

Anonymous Mom Posts ~ A Novel by Jenifer Goldin (Local author/Giveaway!)

 

Local Dunwoody first time author, Jenifer Goldin (Feldman)  dropped off two copies of her new book with me.   I’m keeping one to read and starting ASAP.   We’re giving the other signed copy to a lucky AHA! Subscriber.  Just comment to win and we’ll randomly select a winner on Friday the 14th.

Jenifer’s Website

Link to order the book on Amazon

Keep scrolling to leave a comment on this post if you’d like to win a signed copy!… Read More »