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The highly anticipated graphic novel adaptation of Frank Herbert’s Dune comes to an epic conclusion in DUNE: The Graphic Novel, Book 3: The Prophet.

Be transported to the Dune universe with this visual masterpiece that blends classic science fiction with contemporary comics storytelling.
Adapted by Brian Herbert and Kevin J Anderson, illustrated by Raúl Allén and Patricia Martín

Erin Hunter’s Warriors series has taken the world by storm and is now available in a full-color graphic novel adaptation. The first book covers the first two original novels in The Prophecies Begin: Into the Wild and Fire and Ice. A perfect introduction to the world of Warriors for any new readers and the ultimate gift for its legions of fans! Written by and adapted and illustrated by
Ages 8-12

Sorry, we’re closed Sunday July 21st for inventory! Please visit us online at www.livresbabarbooks.com or visit us on Monday July 22nd at 10am 📚❤️

Today’s recommendation is Reckless by - The highly anticipated second installment in the sizzling and epic romantic fantasy trilogy that’s packed with spicy tension and edge-of-your-seat betrayal. A must read!
Ages 14+

From the two-time Newbery Honor-winning author of The War That Saved My Life and Fighting Words comes a middle grade novel set at the border between freedom and fear in World War II France, at the Chateau de Chenonceau, where a Jewish girl who has lost everything but her life must decide whether to risk even that to bring others to freedom.
Today’s recommendation is historical fiction at its finest:
The Night War by

Ages 9-12

Fresh off the press! The Bad Guys in the Serpent and the Beast by 🐺🐍

If you enjoyed the movie, continue the adventures with this hilarious instalment of Bad Guys! A guaranteed hit for action and comedy lovers.
Ages 7-10

Garden Glen was a place of sameness until Millie Fleur La Fae came to town! ✨🌿
Wednesday Addams meets The Curious Garden in this delightfully peculiar story about finding joy in being wonderfully weird.

Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden by is a guaranteed family favourite and is a book we can’t recommend enough!!
Ages 4-8

Today’s book is Stars in My Crown by and illustrated by .s.ayala

A charming and heartwarming story based on the author’s own childhood, Stars In My Crown is an ode to big feelings but even bigger triumphs. This beautiful picture book speaks to all kids experiencing the highs and lows of childhood 📚❤️
for ages 4-7

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Join us July 5-6-7 to celebrate our 38th anniversary! 🥳🎂
Enjoy 20% off all regular priced items. In store only.

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les articles à prix régulier. En magasin exclusivement.

Happy birthday to the amazing woman who brings joy and wonder to children every day through her beautiful bookstore. Your kindness and generosity are truly inspiring ❤️📚✨

May your birthday be filled with love, laughter, and all the happiness in the world. Thank you for all that you do, and may your day be as special as you are. Cheers to another year of spreading love and magic to all those around you. Happy birthday Maya!

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At we think Pride should be celebrated all year long, so here’s our top picks for LGBTQIA+ graphic novels! Stop by for your next book recommendation today!

Join us July 5-6-7 to celebrate our 38th anniversary! 🥳🎂
Enjoy 20% off all regular priced items. In store only.

Rejoignez-nous les 5-6-7 juillet pour célébrer notre 38ème anniversaire! 🥳🎂 Profitez de 20 % de réduction sur tous
les articles à prix régulier. En magasin exclusivement.

Join Governor General award winning author and illustrator for a book talk and art activity! ❤️📚

- Wednesday June 26th, 2024 @ 2:00PM - 3:00PM
- For ages 4 and up
- Event includes a reading, Q&A, art activity and refreshments

ALL THAT GROWS a story of a boy who discovers that the more he learns, the more there is to know.
In THE WORDS WE SHARE, a young girl helps her dad navigate life in a new country where she understands the language more than he does, in an unforgettable story about communication and community.
WHEN YOU CAN SWIM is a reverent celebration of learning to swim with a diverse cast of children and families who experience the mysterious joys of water in nature.

Jack Wong is based in Kjipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver, Jack creates stories indelibly marked by a first-generation Asian Canadian experience. His first book, When You Can Swim, won the 2023 Boston Globe–Horn Book Picture Book Award.

Join Governor General award winning author and illustrator for a book talk and art activity! ❤️📚

- Wednesday June 26th, 2024 @ 2:00PM - 3:00PM
- For ages 4 and up
- Event includes a reading, Q&A, art activity and refreshments

ALL THAT GROWS a story of a boy who discovers that the more he learns, the more there is to know.
In THE WORDS WE SHARE, a young girl helps her dad navigate life in a new country where she understands the language more than he does, in an unforgettable story about communication and community.
WHEN YOU CAN SWIM is a reverent celebration of learning to swim with a diverse cast of children and families who experience the mysterious joys of water in nature.

Jack Wong is based in Kjipuktuk/Halifax, Nova Scotia. Born in Hong Kong and raised in Vancouver, Jack creates stories indelibly marked by a first-generation Asian Canadian experience. His first book, When You Can Swim, won the 2023 Boston Globe–Horn Book Picture Book Award.

Captivating, haunting and bold, Never Whistle at Night will leave you on the edge of your seat.
This dark fiction anthology is by .hawk and featuring an introduction by and stories by:
Norris Black • Amber Blaeser-Wardzala • Phoenix Boudreau • Cherie Dimaline • Carson Faust • Kelli Jo Ford • Kate Hart • Shane Hawk • Brandon Hobson • Darcie Little Badger • Conley Lyons • Nick Medina • Tiffany Morris • Tommy Orange • Mona Susan Power • Marcie R. Rendon • Waubgeshig Rice • Rebecca Roanhorse • Andrea L. Rogers • Morgan Talty • D.H. Trujillo • Theodore C. Van Alst Jr. • Richard Van Camp • David Heska Wanbli Weiden • Royce Young Wolf • Mathilda Zeller

Mature audiences, TW: racism, colonization

Today we celebrate the person who has guided, supported, and loved us unconditionally! Thank you for always being there for us, for teaching us valuable life lessons, and for being a constant source of strength and inspiration. Happy Father’s Day to to all people who take on the role of a dad, you are cherished! Stop by and pick up a book you and dad can read together ❤️📚

Featured: You’re the Coolest Dad in the Box by Rose Rossner, illustrated by Gareth Williams for ages 3 and under

Happy Pride! Today’s recommendation is Pride and Persistence, Stories of Q***r Activism by

Every day, people face discrimination because of their sexuality and gender identity. The people between these pages have stood up for the q***r community, whether on their own behalf or in support of people they love. Some made a difference by confronting injustice; others dared to be fully themselves. This book is filled with people who have helped make the world a safer place and will help children 9-12 understand the importance of Pride and the courage it takes to speak out.

The Curious Why by and illustrated by will help you to see that you’re only bored if you choose to be! Includes a special, sparkly cover! If it’s one of those days, never fear: Your new friend the Curious Why will show you that there’s always something new to discover about the world around you! Do you want to know where the dinosaurs went? How crayons are made? Or what makes a bee sting? With lively verse by Angela DiTerlizzi and vibrant illustrations by Lorena Alvarez Gómez, this companion to the bestselling The Magical Yet will open young minds to a remarkable world of possibilities, and remind readers that it’s much easier than they think to have fun. All they need is a little curiosity!

Ages 4-8

An extraordinary book that celebrates skateboarding, family, and community, from beloved artist and author , a winner of the New York Times / New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children’s Book Award. Let’s Go! Is the perfect addition to any young reader’s library 📚🛹

Today’s recommendation is the informative and beautifully illustrated: Mushrooms Know, Wisdom From Our Friends the Fungi written by .george and illustrated by 🍄📚

An adorable, STEM-themed picture book for kids 4 to 8 that reveals the wisdom mushrooms have to teach us. For budding mycologists and forest adventurers alike, this is a must-have addition to the science and nature bookshelf!

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Comedy and cringe come together in this sweet novel about facing your fears. Today’s recommendation is the funny and brilliant Mortified by and illustrated by

Thank you and for an excellent book launch party yesterday at ❤️📚 photos courtesy Mitali Banerjee Ruths
Pick up your signed copies of Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding and Once Upon a Sari at Babar books today!

Today’s recommendation is Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding by and illustrated by Parwinder Singh

Join us tomorrow, June 2nd at for a very special book launch with and fellow author at 2pm ❤️📚 treats and activities included in this free activity!

About Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding: In this cross-cultural friendship story, Archie helps Emma, who isn’t Indian, learn everything she needs to know when Archie’s Poppy Uncle and Emma’s Auntie Julie get married. The girls go to the mehendi party and sangeet together. They help Julie at the wedding, steal Poppy’s shoes, and eat ladoos at the reception. Now Archie and Emma are friends—and cousins!

Archie’s adventures celebrate Indian culture! We first met Archie in Archie Celebrates Diwali and now join her in the follow-up Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding. Backmatter in Archie’s books feature kid-friendly resources to enrich the reading experience. ❤️📚

Today’s book is Once Upon a Sari by and illustrated by
Join us this Sunday at 2pm for the launch party of this beautiful book!
This book is a beautiful and vibrant reflection on how what we wear connects us to big and small moments in our lives, Once Upon a Sari is a colorful feast for the eyes and the heart ❤️📚

New Event! Book Launch: Once Upon a Sari & Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding ❤️📚

Authors and welcome you, along with Tundra Books and Charlesbridge, to a double book launch of their latest picture books, Once Upon a Sari and Archie Celebrates an Indian Wedding.

The launch will be held at and feature a conversation with the authors, children’s crafts, henna and a book signing. All are welcome!

🍬 Light refreshments will be served
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🗓️ Sunday June 2nd
⏰ 2pm

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Today’s recommendation is a captivating mystery with political intrigue, and a perilously beautiful romance. bestselling author of The Red Palace, crafts a devastating and pulse-pounding tale that will feel all-too-relevant in today’s world, based on a true story from Korean history. We couldn’t put this book down!
Ages 13+

Signed copies of Dalmartian, A Mars Rover’s Story by at 🛸

From the bestselling creator of Stumpkin and Vampenguin comes a whimsical picture book about the unexpected friendship that blooms between a boy and a dog of intergalactic origins! Sure to be a family favourite and now extra special with signed editions by the author!

Ages 4-8