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Great Reads
Do you have times where it seems difficult to focus on a book? Perhaps you are feeling foggy from illness, or you're tired, or there is...
Bookstore1Sarasota
- Jun 20, 2022
- 3 min
Our Favorite Books: 2022 Midyear Edition
Since it's the mid-point of 2022 and the start of summer, we’ve checked off a few good books from our reading lists this year. And, since...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Jun 19, 2022
- 1 min
Short Stories for the Longest Days of the Year
Andrea told us that she loves to read a short story at the end of a long day. Since the days are really long right now, she selected six...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Jun 12, 2022
- 2 min
Great Books for Dads!
Looking for a last minute Father’s Day gift? All these books are in-stock and ready for you to pick up. “I believe that what we become...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Jun 12, 2022
- 1 min
10 New Paperbacks Perfect for the Beach
There's no doubt that publishers know that beach season is perfect for paperbacks. June is paperback month! Here are 10 new paperbacks...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 20, 2022
- 1 min
12 Classic Books to Celebrate Pride Month
To celebrate Pride Month, we’re showcasing some classic works of LGBTQ+ literature. These selections are dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 19, 2022
- 2 min
Summer Comes Early in Florida
“The summer passed quietly. I busied myself as best I could, reading a good deal.” ~Michael Cox, The Meaning of Night Brace yourselves,...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 15, 2022
- 2 min
Our Most Anticipated Books: June - August 2022
There are some great books coming out this summer. Here is a selection that we are excited about, including Geraldine Brooks, Jess...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 6, 2022
- 2 min
Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Andrea
Andrea grew up in Ossining, New York, went to college in Geneva, New York, and has lived in Sarasota for over 40 years. I was born in the...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 6, 2022
- 1 min
Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Roxanne
Roxanne grew up in Perry, New York Perry, New York is still a small town in Western New York equidistant to Buffalo and Rochester. The...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 6, 2022
- 1 min
Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Doug
Doug grew up in Huntington, L.I. The harbor aromas and its boats filled my senses, and the trees on every street. Playing ball, feeding...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- May 2, 2022
- 2 min
Feels Like Spring!
Spring is short lived in Florida. Before you know it, you will open your door to a hot, steamy morning. Here are seven springy novels to...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Apr 15, 2022
- 1 min
Make Every Day Earth Day
“Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” Gary Snyder While you’re celebrating Mother Nature this Earth Day, consider picking up a...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Apr 11, 2022
- 1 min
Poems We Love
April is one of our favorite months at Bookstore1. We love poetry and we love supporting poets. To prepare for Poem in Your Pocket Day on...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Apr 11, 2022
- 2 min
There's an Accountant in that Book!
Although Tax Day has been moved up to April 18th this year, April 15th is traditionally Tax Day. To commemorate that day we did some...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Apr 4, 2022
- 2 min
Looking at Poets' Lives
“Poetry is not an expression of the party line. It's that time of night, lying in bed, thinking what you really think, making the private...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Mar 29, 2022
- 1 min
For New Grandmas
Last week Melanie’s daughter gave birth to a little girl. Being booksellers, our first thought was what book to give her as a gift....
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Mar 14, 2022
- 1 min
Our New Store Looks Grand!
Our new store is so photogenic! We are so happy with our new digs, we had to share more pics. Enjoy our slideshow. You can find us at The...
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Mar 12, 2022
- 1 min
A Saint Patrick's Day Reading List
There are so many wonderful books by Irish authors. Here are a few of our favorites. Sláinte!
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Bookstore1Sarasota
- Mar 1, 2022
- 2 min
Globetrotting
While travel is starting to feel a little safer, most of us have not been on a journey to far off places in quite a while. To help ease...
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