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Monday Morning Review by Teri

Do you judge a book by its cover?

I certainly did with this one and had it all wrong. This book was nothing that I thought it would be and I’m so glad.

Full disclosure, I listened the the audio version of the book, so I’m not sure how it compares to this graphic novel version.

What I envisioned when I pick out this book that it was going to be a young readers book about racism. What I got was an autobiography of an Editorial Cartoonist who uses his voice and platform to bring the subject of racism to life.

Beginning with a “talk” his mom had with him when he was six years old, Darrin Bell tells a compelling coming of age story. He brings up how major news events throughout history has shaped his own personal life and how he has used the same talk to shape the lives of his children.

If you are someone wanting to have a talk with a child about racism, I highly recommend this book to help guide you in that discussion. Fans of Joel Estes’ “Stand” and “How to be an Antiracist” by Ibram X. Kendi will enjoy this book-especially the audiobook. However, the graphic novel might be a better option when having a discussion.

“The Talk” is now available at Wordsmith Bookshoppe, online at www.wordsmithbookshoppe.com and on Libro.fm!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4.75 rating

Need an inspiring book to add to your TBR pile? Stop in and meet Jacob tomorrow from 1-3pm!

Anyone else feel this way???

National author Richard Becker is here and ready to tell you all about his books, “Third Wheel” and “50 States”! Stop in, talk with him, and give him a great Galesburg welcome! He will be here until 12:30pm today!

We will be open 10am -4pm today!

Here’s a listing of audiobook bestsellers through Libro.fm! Many are on our in-store bestseller list too!

Michael John Neill is ready to talk with you about genealogy research tips! Stop in and talk with him. He will be here until 3pm!

Do you have this author meet and greet on your calendar??? Be sure to join us!

If you like short stories, Tom is the storyteller for you! Stop in and meet him on September 28th!

Stop in and meet National Author Richard Becker Monday!!!

Calling all genealogy people! Stop in and meet Michael tomorrow and get some great tips for your research!

Or bookstore! Either way, my mind gets A LOT of exercise!!

What We Are Reading This Week

Noelle - Funny Story by Emily Henry (New Fiction - Romance)

Tamara - It Waits in the Forest by Sara Dass (Teen)

Leah - The Murders in Great Doddling by Katarina Bivald (Mystery

John - Nicked by M T Anderson (New Fiction Fantasy)

Teri - The Secret Library by Kelly Magoon (Young Reader - Audio)

Belle - Slewfoot by Brom (Horror)

Mark - Unraveling by Peggy Orenstein (Crafts)

Jasmine - The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson (Fantasy)

What exciting read has your attention right now?

New Teen Release for Tuesday, August 27, 2024!

They arrived a little late to get in on our previous new release video, but we wanted to let you know that Regional Author Joe Chianakas' newest book is here and ready for you to pick up!

Monday Morning Review by Teri

The Book of Charlie: Wisdom From the Remarkable American Life of a 109-Year-Old Man by David Von Drehle

David Von Drehle always read books with his children. Every night, he read with them stories that made an impression on them for years to come. As they grew, David found himself drawn to write a book for his children that would impact their lives. But what could he write about? What wisdom could her share?

Here enters Charlie. A neighbor across the street in Kansas City who is well into his late 90s. A man who has lived a full life with amazing stories to tell. A person who found the good in every challenge and situation. A pioneer in the field of medicine who hardly anyone knew.

What drew me to this book to pick it up to read is that Charlie was born right here in Galesburg, Illinois. Oh, how I wished he could have grown up and lived his life here. But to wish that, means that he probably would not have met some famous people-directly or indirectly- through his endeavors. People such as Bat Masterson, Ernest Hemingway, Al Capone, Walt Disney, Harry S. Truman - just to name a few.

From the moment Charlie graduated high school, he was never afraid of adventure and new ideas. He traveled to California in the 1920s at a time when there were no roads to drive on. He traveled the Pacific Ocean on a boat where he played in a band. When he was rejected for college at Northwestern University, he traveled to the college to talk to the dean of students to change his mind about letting him attend classes. He was the top of his class in his pursuit of a medical degree.

A pioneer in medicine, he lived a humble life as a doctor who made house calls. One night, while out making those house calls, a gangster fight broke out right in front of him. One mobster who was shot, needed a blood transfusion to stay alive, Charles proceeded to insert an IV tube into his own arm to deliver blood while he administered care to the man. He became one of the first anesthesiologists in the nation. He was so popular that he was in demand across the nation. He took his medical skills on a mission trip to Haiti.

Through all these adventures, Charlie gained wisdom. David concludes his book by writing down some of those important lessons Charlie learned to pass along to his children.

We should all be blessed to have a neighbor like Charlie at any given time of our lives.

“The Book of Charlie” can be found at Wordsmith Bookshoppe, online at www.wordsmithbookshoppe.com or on Libro.fm!

Today, we celebrate 5 YEARS since we opened our doors to the Galesburg and surrounding communities.

5 YEARS we have had the pleasure to serve you for your reading needs.

5 YEARS that we have made many lasting friendships!

While we would have liked to celebrate with a huge party, it just didn’t come to fruition this year. However, we will have a 5% discount on your ENTIRE purchase today to express our thanks for your support to keep us going through the years!

Here’s to a better and strong 5 years ahead!!!

Pride and Persistence - the sequel to Singlets and Secrets - releases next Tuesday!! Pre-order your copy in store or online today!

The first 10 customers to preorder in-store will win a prize! Anyone who pre-orders through Wordsmith Bookshoppe, in-store or online, will be entered into a drawing for a $50 gift card!

Be sure to place your order today!!!

Don’t forget to add this book signing to your calendar!