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20Nov

LaVerne McLeod “The Crossroads of Social and Climate Justice”

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Please join us to welcome LaVerne McLeod, local author, TEDx speaker and Founder/Facilitator of Bridge Building Workshops. LaVerne is an amazing force of nature who is presenting her new book, “The Crossroads of Social and Climate Justice” tonight.
McLeod is a public speaker, author, workshop facilitator and theatrical presenter – she has also taught school for middle grades. Currently, she serves as Co-Chair of Big Sur Advocates for a Green Environment and is on Faculty at Esalen
Institute facilitating educational workshops.
LaVerne holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Education and a Master of Arts in Counselor Education from Southeast Missouri State University. Her earlier Civil Rights era historical novel, “Corn Hollow”, will also be available during the event.
Mark your calendar – this is going to a wonderful event and it’s free to the public! Refreshments served and live music round out the evening – see you there!

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20Nov

Nick Oliveri “The Last Conjurer” Book Premiere

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If you missed Nick Oliveri’s last Author Event (sorry – it was a blast!) you are in for treat – Nick’s coming back for the premiere of his latest book, “The Last Conjurer” on Friday December 8th from 6-8pm.
This release completes the Conjurer Trilogy and is a must read! Nick is an energetic, entertaining and interesting guest presenter and we’ll go live for a short Q&A with the audience and attendees. Yes, you can comment and ask questions on the Facebook Live feed no matter where you tune in from!
A special bonus to our virtual guests: get a free limited-edition, signed bookplate from Downtown Book & Sound mailed anywhere at no charge – that’s right, free! – no matter where you’ve bought your copy – just for attending!
Though we trust you’ll be shopping “outside the box” and get your copies from us or Bookshop.org
https://bookshop.org/…/the-conjurer-nick…/17858532…
The Conjurer Trilogy makes a great gift – pre-order the set and get a special bonus gift, bookmark and free gift wrap! Live music by Dan Beck and refreshments round out this rocking evening in MC Weekly’s Best [Used] Bookstore – see you here!
Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/1472369099971679

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20Nov

Katherine Yeske Taylor “She’s A Badass”

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Join music journalist Katherine Yeske Taylor for an online chat about her new book, “She’s a Badass: Women in Rock Shaping Feminism”, about the role of women in Rock & Roll and how these fierce pioneering females helped to shape modern feminism.
Taylor has interviewed pretty much all of the living legends in the music world and brings a unique perspective to the table as she explores the positive influences of females who paved the way for the new wave of women in Rock & Roll.
This will be a fun interview with much humor and a few surprises. Please make a plan to participate live at @Downtown Book & Sound or tune in on live on Facebook or YouTube. You’ll be happy you did!
Let’s celebrate Katherine Yeske Taylor’s riveting book, and also the female legends who’s talent and fierce spirit not only changed the music industry – they helped to change the world.
Music journalist Taylor joins us from her office In New York City, where she has been writing about the stars of the music industry for years. Her work had been published in Billboard, Spin, and American Songwriter as well as many other important media outlets.
Live music and refreshments round out the evening for our live audience and Q&A both live and virtual (use the Facebook chat feature inside of the event to make comments and ask questions!) happens the final 20-30 minutes of the event.
You are invited to join us on Friday, January 26 at 6:30pm PST (9:30pm EST) for this free event! All attendees receive a one-of-a-kind limited edition signed bookplate mailed anywhere in the U.S. at no charge.
Yes, you heard it correctly – no matter where you bought your copy, we’ll send you a signed bookplate for free! Simply email your shipping address to: [email protected] See you at “She’s a Badass”!

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19Nov

Ed Moncrief “Raising the Blackbirds”

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We welcome local author an housing pioneer, Edward Moncrief to the store for a fun evening of live music, refreshments, and of course a book signing!
His memoir, “Raising the Blackbirds” chronicles his innovative work in workforce housing ownership and is available in Español as well.
Please join us for this free public event and meet the author tonight!

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15Oct

Oliver Lewis “The Orwell Tour”

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Join us for a lively chat with author and historian, Oliver Lewis. He’ll discuss his new book, “The Orwell Tour”, about the life and places that inspired Orwell’s work, as well as the author’s current project. Tune in on Facebook or our YouTube Channel. See you at the event!
Order your copy direct online:
https://bookshop.org/…/the-orwell-tour…/19475674…
Or if you like to listen:
https://www.libro.fm/audiobooks/9781004136063

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14Sep

“Within the Portal” Author Krishnanand Presents 09.29.23

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You will want to be present to experience this powerful speaker and presenter. Our own spiritualist from Carmel, Krishnanand, presents his new tome, “Within the Portal” and it’s a book worth having. Live music, refreshments, an author reading and Q&A round out the evening (this is live streamed on FB & YouTube, too!). Please join us for a fun and informative evening. Everyone interested in spirituality is invited to this free event – see you here! Follow us on Facebook: Krishnanand Event

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14Sep

Deamer Dunn “Sketchbook Main Street Salinas” 10.06.23

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Accept our invitation to celebrate the new book by local author Deamer Dunn “Sketchbook Main Street Salinas”. You won’t want to miss this great event – meet the author and enjoy a brief reading and a Q&A. Live music and refreshments round out the evening. Please join us – you’re invited and it’s free. See you here!

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14Sep

Hosting Author of “Phasers on Stun” Fame Ryan Britt 10.21.23

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Geek Out with your favorite Book Tenders as we celebrate Back to the Future Day with author and super sci-fi fan, Ryan Britt, presenting his new book, “The Spice Must Flow – The Story of Dune from Cult Novels to Visionary Sci-Fi Movies”

We’ll be broadcasting live on Facebook & YouTube starting at 6PM PDT9PM EDT and be online for an hour. This interactive opportunity features a live Q&A with the audience using the chat or comments feature.

If you love Dune, Star Trek, Star Wars, or virtually any Science Fiction, then you’ll want to participate with our awesome and intimate conversation with author Ryan Britt. His years of expert reporting make for riveting stories.

Ryan Britt is the author of “Phasers on Stun!” and “Luke Skywalker Can’t Read”. His writing has appeared in Esquire, Vulture, StarTrek.com, SyFy Wire, Den of Geek!, Inverse, The New York Times, and Fatherly, where he is a senior editor.

Pre-order your copy of “The Spice Must Floe” from Downtown Book & Sound

Direct from the publisher: Ships to your home!

We send all attendees a limited-edition signed bookplate no matter where the copy was purchased – mailed free of charge anywhere in the world! Yes, you heard correctly. Simply message us with your address, or send an email with your mailing address: [email protected]

Ensure you get a cool, unique limited-edition bookplate featuring original artwork by local artist, Head Book Tender, and life-long Trekkie, Trish Triumpho Sullivan pre-order your copy of “The Spice Must Flow” today. Only 50 of these special bookplates are available and you’ll want to reserve your special bookplate signed by the author now!

For Monterey Bay locals who’d like to join us live, we’ll be projecting the visuals on the wall and offering refreshments and the opportunity to ask questions of the author! Live music before and after round out the evening. Please accept my personal invitation and join us – it’s free! In-person or online, we look forward to seeing you here on Back to the Future Day, October 21st, at 6pm.

Come in costume and you’ll be entered to win one of two author book bundles – highly collectable!

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28Aug

Nina Simon Author Event 09/08/23

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Author Nina Simon

Join us to welcome local author Nina Simon with her premiere book, “Mother-Daughter Murder Night”! Lots of mystery here and not easy, either! Chat with the author and get yourself a signed copy during an evening of live music and fun. Refreshments and a brief reading by the author round out the evening – see you here!

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28Aug

Our Salinas Chinatown Book Release

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Our Salinas Chinatown

You’re invited to join us 09.01.23 to celebrate the new book, “Our Salinas Chinatown”. Several contributors will share their stories through brief readings during the evening. Refreshments and live music round out the this awesome event featuring local authors and editor Jean Vengua. See you here – it’s not only the 19th Anniversary of the 1st Fridays Art Walk – it’s free!

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