Christmas Open House

Drop by for our annual Christmas Open House

on Thursday, November 19, 2009
between 6 pm and 9 pm.

We will have delicious refreshments and a drawing for prizes every 15 minutes. You will be able to preview our Christmas merchandise, and choose from a large selection of Christmas Boxed Cards (50% OFF), Christmas Gift Wrap (50% OFF) and all Thanksgiving and Christmas individual cards are 50% OFF !

Our special guests that evening will be
author Batt Humphreys and
South Carolina Poet Laureate Marjory Wentworth.
Please visit our website for more details http://bit.ly/YIShj.

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The first 20 customers to make a purchase that evening will receive a free 2010 Page-A-Day Eat Sleep Read calendar.

Homemade Bread Recipes

From the authors of the groundbreaking, hugely popular Artisan Bread in Five Minutes a Day comes a new cookbook filled with quick and easy recipes for healthy bread.

Their first book was called "stupendous," "genius," and "the holy grail of bread making." Now, in their much-anticipated second book, Jeff Hertzberg, M.D., and Zoe Francois have taken their super-fast method and adapted it for the health-conscious baker, focusing on whole grains and other healthier ingredients.

The method is still quick and simple, producing professional-quality results with each warm, fragrant, hearty loaf. In just five minutes a day of active preparation time, you can create delectable, healthy treats such as 100% Whole Wheat Bread, Whole Grain Garlic Knots with Olive Oil and Parsley, Black-and-White Braided Pumpernickel and Rye Loaf, Black Pepper Focaccia, Pumpkin Pie Brioche, Chocolate Tangerine Bars, and a variety of gluten-free breads. About a dozen of the recipes are 100% whole grain.

Ghost Storytelling Tomorrow with Author Tally Johnson

On Friday, October 30, 2009,
from 4:00 until 5:30 pm
Book Signing and Ghost Storytelling

Author Tally Johnson will be signing copies of his book, Ghosts of the Pee Dee and sharing some of his favorite ghost tales about the surrounding community.

From the swamps of Kershaw County to an abandoned graveyard underneath South of the Border, the South Carolina Pee Dee is home to a rich heritage and a sometimes frightening past. In this volume, storyteller and author Tally Johnson investigates the truth behind the ghostly legends of counties that have seen revolution and war, tragedy and triumph. With an attention to history and a passion for the truth behind the legends, this fascinating glimpse into the Pee Dee's past reveals that it is far stranger than anyone ever imagined. See our previous blog on Tally Johnson for more info.

Author Luncheon on November 12, 2009

On Thursday, November 12, 2009, Burry Bookstore and Black Creek Arts Council are co-hosting an author luncheon from 12 noon until 2 pm. Author Karen White will be sharing her latest novel The Girl on Legare Street.

Melanie has grown accustomed to renovating old houses, but she never imagined she'd have to renovate her own life to include her estranged mother. Ginnett Prioleau Middleton left Charleston thirty-five years ago. After receiving an ominous promotion, she has returned wanting to protect the daughter she has never really known. Melanie never wanted to see her mother again, but with some prodding from her friend, Jack Trenholm, she agrees and begins to rebuild their relationship. Together Melanie and Ginnette buy back their old home. With their combined psychic abilities they expect to unearth some ghosts, but what they find is a vengeful dark spirit whose strength has been growing for decades. It will take unearthing long buried secrets to beat this demon and save what is left of Melanie's family.

Karen began writing in 1996 when her children were just babies. When she had a few chapters of her first book written, she sent it in to a writer's contest and won it! The finalist judge was a New York literary agent who offered to represent her. That first book In the Shadow of the Moon was sold and then published in 2000. Since then Karen has published ten award winning novels.

While growing up Karen lived in London, England, and is a graduate of the American School in London. She currently lives in Georgia with her husband and two children. When not writing she spends her time reading, singing, scrapbooking, carpooling children, and avoiding cooking! Please visit Karen's website at www.karen-white.com.

The luncheon will be held in the Gallery at Black Creek Arts Center, 116 West College Avenue. Tickets are $25 and include the book, lunch catered by Bizzell's Food and Spirits, and the opportunity to chat with Karen and have your book signed.

You may register online at this link : https://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2m8nigga28d40f5

Tickets may also be purchased at Burry Bookstore and Black Creek Arts Center. Please make checks payable to Burry Bookstore.

Please call 843-332-2511 for more information or email us at burrybooks@msn.com .

Two beautiful Christmas books released this week

Thomas Kinkade brings readers A Wish for Christmas.

In Cape Light, Christmas brings unexpected gifts that will never be forgotten.
This Christmas, the people of Cape Light reflect on their past and revel in their future.





Glenn Beck has released a childrens picture book version of his popular Christmas Sweater.

He tells the story of Eddie, a boy who spurns his mother's gift of a sweater. Later, the sweater teaches Eddie that the true meaning of a gift is that it is given with love.

Are you a Sookie Stackhouse fan?

If you like Sookie Stackhouse you need to check out the Harper Connelly mystery series by Charlaine Harris. Released today is the fourth novel in that series Grave Secret .

Call or email today for your copy - 843-332-2511 - burrybooks@msn.com .

Annotation: From the bestselling author of the Sookie Stackhouse novels comes this latest work in the Harper Connelly mystery series. Every series Harris creates is utterly fantastic.--"Midwest Book Review."

New Anne Rice book released tomorrow

Rice brings readers one of her typical thrillers, but with an inspirational twist. You'll find it to be an exciting read with a likeable new hero, Toby O'Dare.

Want to reserve a copy? Call 843-332-2511 or email us now at burrybooks@msn.com .

How many Patrick Swayze movies have you seen in the last few weeks?

Did you know he had written an autobiography that came out just three weeks ago? Patrick Swayze's memoir hit the national bestseller lists and has remained since it was released on September 29, 2009. Have you had a chance to look at it?

In The Time of My Life veteran actor Swayze recounts much more than his struggle with stage IV pancreatic cancer. In vivid detail, he describes his Texas upbringing, his personal struggles, his commercial success, and the soul mate who's stood by his side through it all: his wife, writer and director Lisa Niemi.

Both entertaining and inspiring, Patrick and Lisa's marriage is a journey of two separate yet intertwined lives - their years in Hollywood - as well as at home on their working ranch outside Los Angeles.

Get your copy today. Call us or come by. We've got several copies on the bestseller display as you walk in the front door.

http://www.burrybookstore.com/

Ghost Story Telling and Book Signing with Author Tally Johnson

On Friday, October 30, 2009, from 4:00 until 5:30 pm
Book Signing and Ghost Storytelling with author Tally Johnson
He will be reading from and signing copies of Ghosts of the Pee Dee, and sharing some of his favorite ghost tales about the surrounding community.

From the swamps of Kershaw County to an abandoned graveyard underneath South of the Border, the South Carolina Pee Dee is home to a rich heritage and a sometimes frightening past. In this volume, storyteller and author Tally Johnson investigates the truth behind the ghostly legends of counties that have seen revolution and war, tragedy and triumph. With an attention to history and a passion for the truth behind the legends, this fascinating glimpse into the Pee Dee's past reveals that it is far stranger than anyone ever imagined.

Tally is a graduate of both Southern Methodist College and Wofford College, completing degrees in history at both institutions. Following undergraduate work, he pursued an MA in history from Winthrop University. In addition to writing a column on Chester County history for the Chester News & Reporter, Johnson works as a librarian at Great Falls Library. As part of his outreach to local schools and the surrounding area, he began telling stories of South Carolina ghosts. Ghosts of the Pee Dee is Johnson's third book.

Please call 843-332-2511 for more information or visit our website at www.burrybookstore.com

Elf on the Shelf Has Arrived at Burry's

Has your family begun the Elf on the Shelf tradition? If not, you need to get your family's elf at Burry Bookstore. The traditional kit includes the book and elf.

Although you don't want to touch your elf as it may lose it's magic, don't worry, new this year are plush elves in two different sizes that can befriend your child year round and be touched, cuddled, and loved on.

Is your elf a girl? We have skirts your girl elf can wear that are also new this year.

Stop by today and start a new tradition in your family.

Author Meet and Greet with Lucy Nolan

On Sunday, October 25, 2009, from 3:30 until 4:30 pm
Author Meet and Greet with Lucy Nolan
She will speak, read and sign copies of her book,
Mother Osprey: Nursery Rhymes for Buoys and Gulls

Location: Wesley United Church Family Life Center,
145 East College Avenue, Hartsville, South Carolina

This event is co-sponsored by Burry Bookstore and Beta Iota Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. Proceeds will help fund grants for first year teachers in the Darlington County School District.

Nursery rhymes go nautical in this fanciful book of familiar children's verse with a twist. Row, row, row your boat ... but watch out for the shark! Meet the old woman, who moved out of the shoe and into a shell. Ideal for read-aloud, this book will bring laughter and joy - and just maybe the smell of salt water in the air!

Lucy Nolan was born in Columbia, South Carolina, and wrote her first story at the age of four. She continued writing all through her childhood and had her first novel accepted for publication when she was 20. She graduated from the University of South Carolina with a degree in Journalism. Since then, she has built a career in marketing, with stints at a broadcasting company, an advertising agency and the marketing department of a large corporation. Lucy still lives in Columbia. She is the author of seven books for children. Visit her website at www.lucynolanbooks.com.

This event will be held in the Family Life Center of Wesley United Methodist Church, 145 East College Avenue. Tickets are $10 and include the opportunity to hear Lucy speak and read, as well as purchase copies of her book for personalization. Mother Osprey is available in hardcover ($16.95) as well as paperback ($8.95). Light refreshments will be served. Tickets may be purchased at Burry Bookstore or from a member of the Beta Iota Chapter.

Please call 843-332-2511 for more information or visit our website www.burrybookstore.com .