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Depraved: The Story of Dangerous Art

Daisy Dixon
2026
A review of "Depraved: The Story of Dangerous Art" by Daisy Dixon—a thought-provoking, dense explor…
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A Trade of Blood

Robert Jackson Bennett
2026
A review of "A Trade of Blood," the latest Ana & Din mystery from Hugo winner Robert Bennett Jackso…
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Bonfire & Bliss Bookstore

Brittanee Nicole
2026
Fake dating meets friends-to-lovers in this cozy, open-door romance set in a small bookstore town. …
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The Story Keeper

Kelly Rimmer
2026
"The Story Keeper" is a haunting tale of family secrets, a mysterious novel-within-a-novel, and a c…
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Aug
9

Book Lovers Day 2026

Celebrate Book Lovers Day on Sunday, August 9th! Thornwell Books is giving away exclusive book lover stickers — doors open at 9 AM!
Aug. 9, 2026, 9 a.m.
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Aug
13

Author Talk & Book Signing with Hannah R. Lyon

Join fantasy author Hannah R. Lyon for an author talk and the launch of her latest novel, "The Lord's Fire." Come celebrate the power of storytelling with us.
Aug. 13, 2026, 6 p.m.
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Aug
20

August Book Bedazzling

Bedazzling Night with Thornwell Books, back by popular demand August 20th! Decorate a book, enjoy wine, and craft with friends. Limited seating—reserve your ticket today.
Aug. 20, 2026, 6 p.m.
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Join Book Club #1 for their next discussion! They’re meeting on Tuesday, September 1st at noon to d…
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Bedazzling is back! Join us on Thursday, August 20th from 6:00-8:30 PM. Tickets are $18 plus proces…
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⛵✨ Cozy fantasy alert: Sea of Charms by Sarah Beth Durst (Spellshop Series #3)

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