The Bookman

Meet popular US Coast Guard author, Tyler Benson, Friday, August 2 at The Bookman! Tyler has written a well loved children’s series about search and rescue adventures with Onyx, his station’s morale dog. Tyler will be in the store at 10 am to sign books and answer questions!

If you haven’t tried Kalamazoo Candles, now is the time! We have a great selection in the store! Soy wax, paper wicks, essential oils, and amazing scents. Check out our newest options!

Thank you to Mark Faultersack for sharing “My Book to You From the Greenland Patrol, the World War II Journal of Howard Faltersack”; the story of his father’s USCG experiences. Honoring our veterans through literature and preserving their memories is a gift to future generations! Another reason to stop in and find that special book.

We are incredibly grateful that Allie Millington came to visit The Bookman this afternoon! Not only did Millington have rich insight to share about how Olivetti came to life, she opened up about the experience of becoming a published writer. During the question and answer session Allie speaks to how Olivetti crafted her storytelling and said, “With a typewriter, the only way to go is forward”.

A huge thank you to Allie Millington for sharing her story (both Olivetti and beyond) at The Bookman today.

P.S. shout out to Lakeshore Cookie Co. for the cute and tasty typewriter cookies!

We are so excited to announce that author Tyler Benson (Adventures of Onyx and Rosie the Response Boat) will be joining us this Friday, August 2nd at 10AM at the store to sign books! Make sure to come on out and get your copies of his books in time for the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival

Allie Millington is visiting us to do a reading, signing and Q&A for her bestselling novel, Olivetti, THIS Sunday! A special feature of this event are 2 typewriters we are borrowing from a patron and 10 typewriters from the Tri-Cities Museum that are now displayed in our store.

The 100th Coast Guard Festival is almost here, stop in The Bookman on Monday, July 29th at 6pm to hear some Coast Guard History! Editor/Publisher Mark Faultersack will give a presentation about My Book to You from the Greenland Patrol: The WWII Journal of Howard J. Faultersack - his father’s journal of letters written to his future wife while on patrol with the Coast Guard in Greenland.

Join us at The Bookman this Saturday, July 27th from 1-3pm to hear authors Marilyn Emery and Carol Jennings talk about their remarkable book, "The Power of Friendship". The book, which chronicles the stories of two friends spanning over 75 years, promises to inspire audiences with its touching narrative and profound insights into the enduring strength of true friendship.
Reflecting on the significance of this memoir, Tom Brady's mother, Galynn, shares, "The Power of Friendship" is a heartwarming memoir which inspires us to value and nurture our own friendships to enrich our lives.

The Summer Book Bash has begun! Come down to The Bookman and make a lovely bouquet with flowers from Blackbird Farms!

The Bookman is ready for the Summer Book Bash! Join us between 11am and 2pm for all the fun! Music by Steel Doin’ It starts at 11:30. Have some delicious ice cream from Sweet Temptations, or a tasty book themed mocktail! Blackbird Farms will be selling beautiful fresh floral bouquets. Fun for all ages! Games and more!

A big thank you to local author Tom Van Heest for sharing his new book, Blood a Football Novel (Book 6 in the Juddville Jaguars Football Series) with The Bookman! We love partnering with our local authors. Thanks for all who came out in support of Tom!

Join us at The Bookman tonight, July 18th at 6pm for an author event with Tom Van Heest. He will read from his new book, "Blood: A Football Novel" (Book 6 in the Juddville Jaguar Series).

Thanks Audrey and Lauren from Macomb Twp for stopping in The Bookman while on your summer vacation!

Save the Date!! This Saturday, July 20th from 11am-2pm The Bookman kicks off Summer with a Summer Time Book Bash! *Summer Perfect Fiction* Ice Cream from Sweet Temptations* Fresh flowers from Blackbird Farms* Live Music from Steel Doin’ It * kid's craft, games and more!!

Thank you Jill Barry-Cowan for reading your book Millie Dreams of Michigan at The Bookman for Second Saturday Storytime!

Summer is here!! It’s time for our Second Saturday Story time and Craft! Please join us as Jill Barry-Cowan reads her book, Millie Dreams of Michigan at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 13!

Bring the kiddos in for Second Saturday Storytime this Saturday, July 13th at 10am to hear children's author Jill Barry-Cowan read her book, Millie Dreams of Michigan. In Millie Dreams of Michigan, Millie is transported to unique vacation spots in Michigan with the help of a magical fairy. Join Millie on her journey as she learns more about the beautiful state of Michigan!

Joanna & Gigi from Midland stopped in The Bookman today!

Thanks Lucas & Jackson from Virginia for shopping at The Bookman!

Thanks Lily from Connecticut for stopping in The Bookman!

Thank you Brooklyn & Christine for stopping in The Bookman!

Check out this opportunity to participate in an upcoming author event for one of our store favorites, “Olivetti”!

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