Loganberry News October 2024 |
Creepy Season is Here!
Bring on the fiery orange and the pumpkin spice, brew some Loganberry tea and settle in with a good mystery (on sale this month!). Each week brings more exciting books on the New Releases table (as with films, the best books come out in the last months of the year), and we're extra-eager to celebrate our imminent 30th Anniversary (mark your calendars: Dec. 7th). In the meantime though, so many poetry readings, author signings, book club discussions on the calendar! We're ready for you, October.
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Valarie Kaur & Friends: Revolutionary Love Tour Sunday, October 13, 6PM ~at the CMA Transformer Station (1460 West 29th Street Cleveland, OH 44113)~ |
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A Family Guide to Parenting Musically by Lisa Koops Sunday, October 6, 3PM ~in-store~ |
Join educator and author Lisa Koops for a hands-on workshop centered around her new book A Family Guide to Parenting Musically, a book for families who want to make music a more meaningful part of their daily life, no matter how "musical" you may think you are! Lisa will be here to help guide families through some of the activities that she includes in her book.
Lisa Koops is Professor of Music Education at Case Western Reserve University. She also teaches early childhood music classes, is the host of the podcast Parenting Musically, and is mother to four children. |
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Disasterology by Dr. Samantha Montano Sunday, October 13, 12PM ~in-store~ |
Join author and assistant professor at Massachusetts Maritime Academy, Dr. Samantha Montano as she discusses and signs copies of her new book Disasterology.
In Disasterology, Dr. Montano, a disaster researcher, brings readers with her on an eye-opening journey through some of our worst disasters. She explains why we aren’t doing enough to prevent or prepare for disasters, the critical role of media, and how our approach to recovery was not designed to serve marginalized communities. |
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Laura Boyle: Monogamy? In This Economy? Sunday, October 13, 2PM ~in-store~ |
More and more queer and not-so-queer partners are taking the plunge and deciding to live and parent together outside of exclusive relationships. Forget 101s on Jealousy and New Relationship Energy - this wise and pragmatic guide gets into the nitty gritty of living in polyamorous households long-term.
Laura Boyle is a relationship coach and teacher who has been an expert voice on the topics of polyamory and parenting for The Boston Globe, The Times and Parenting magazine, and has been poly herself for almost 20 years. Laura is based in New Haven, Connecticut. |
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Don Billie: Margaret Hamilton from Cleveland, Ohio to the Land of Oz Sunday, October 27, 1-2:30PM ~in-store~ |
Get in a witchy mood with a meet-and-greet signing with local author Don Billie in celebration of his new biography of the iconic Wicked Witch of the West and Clevelander, Margaret Hamilton! Don will be on hand to sign copies and share exciting historical memorabilia uncovered in his research. Come when you can, leave when you must! |
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Book Clubs & Discussion Groups |
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Story Time for Toddlers The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds Wednesday, October 9, 11AM ~in-store, second Wednesdays~ |
For kids ages 1-4 years old, Story Time for Toddlers will feature classic picture books old and new, read aloud by Morgan (subbing for Nanny Patricia). Story Time for Toddlers is a completely free event and all are welcome to attend. This month, we'll be reading The Word Collector by Peter Reynolds. |
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For the Thrill of Lit Veniss Underground by Jeff Vandermeer Thursday, October 17, 7PM ~in-store and via Zoom~ |
This month's FTTOL pick is Veniss Underground by Jeff VanderMeer, set in a dark and decadent far future, where the city of Veniss persists beside a dead ocean. By turns beautiful and strange, Veniss Underground explores the limits of love, memory, and obsession against a backdrop of betrayal and biological mutation.
All are welcome to attend in person or via Zoom - Please register for Zoom participation before 5PM on the day of the meeting. |
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Political Dystopia Book Club It Can't Happen Here by Sinclair Lewis Thursday, October 17, 7PM ~in-store and via Zoom~ |
The Magical Realism discussion group has taken a turn to focus on Political Dystopia! In this series, we'll explore classics of the genre, starting with Sinclair Lewis's 1935 novel about the rise of an American demagogue who is elected President of the United States, It Can't Happen Here. All are welcome to join!
This book club is lead by community member Nathan Klainer. Nathan lives in Cleveland Heights with his wife and two cats. He has a passion for bringing people together and for reading, and can’t wait to meet others to discuss great novels. |
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Rebel Readers Book Club The Bright Hour: A Memoir of Living and Dying by Nina Riggs Sunday, October 20, 3PM ~in-store, third Sundays~ |
Honoring Breast Cancer Awareness Month, join us for a discussion of the exquisite memoir The Bright Hour by the late Nina Riggs, poet, mother of two young sons, and the direct descendant of Ralph Waldo Emerson, with special guest Liz Shapiro, a Death Doula.
Join hosts Dahlia Fisher & Felicia Haney, women from different backgrounds with shared values, lifting the voices of diverse authors writing about race, religion, culture, sexuality, and intersectionality through a variety of genres including poetry, essays, short story collections, fiction and memoir. |
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Broadsides & Ephemera Featured Reader: Meg Thompson Thursday, October 3, 7PM ~in-store~ |
October brings not just one, but TWO installments of our poetry reading series! First up, we welcome poet Meg Thompson as our featured reader.
Meg Thompson is the author of Farmer (Kattywompus Press) and Eruption Sequence (Another New Calligraphy). Her work has appeared in Best of the Net, McSweeney’s Internet Tendency, and The Sun. She lives in Wellington, where she is at work on a memoir, The Bread Winner, about her sourdough.
Broadsides & Ephemera is emceed by local poet and educator, Michelle R. Smith. |
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Broadsides & Ephemera Featured Reader: Katie Berta Thursday, October 10, 7PM ~in-store~ |
Katie Berta is the author of the poetry collection retribution forthcoming, from Ohio University Press, which won the Hollis Summers Poetry Prize. Her poems have appeared or are forthcoming in Ploughshares, Prairie Schooner, The Kenyon Review, Black Warrior Review, among other magazines. She received a PhD in Creative Writing from Ohio University and an MFA from Arizona State University. She is currently a visiting assistant professor at Oberlin College. |
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Community Fundraiser The Gathering Place Saturday, October 19, 10AM-6PM |
The Gathering Place's mission is to support, educate, and empower individuals and families coping with cancer's impacts through free programs and services.
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we'll be raising money to support their work. In addition to a collection jar at checkout, we'll set aside 10% of all sales on Saturday, October 19 both in-store and online, with a special thank-you gift for in-store cash donors. |
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NOBS Forums Harriett Logan: 30 Books in 30 Years Thursday, October 24, 7PM ~in-store and via Zoom~ |
This year, Loganberry Books is celebrating 30 years as one of Cleveland’s most iconic independent bookstores. Join us as we welcome Harriett Logan to share her journey of “30 Books in 30 Years.” Join us in person at Loganberry, or on Zoom. |
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Larchmere Candy Run + Haunted Scavenger Hunt at Loganberry! Saturday, October 26, 12-6PM ~in-store and on the Boulevard~ |
Trick or Treating comes early to Larchmere Boulevard, as many merchants offer a Candy Run on the last Saturday in October. Loganberry Books features a Scavenger Hunt with poetic clues to guide you to various candy locations within the store. Our Haunted Curiosity Shop will be in full, spooktacular glory too, well worth the visit! Bonus prizes for participants in full costume! |
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Haunted Read-in Thursday, October 31, 6-8:30PM ~in-store~ |
Come read spooky stories with us! We're hosting a creepily quiet read-in at Loganberry. Find a scary book on our shelves, or bring your own, grab a chair, and read until your hair stands on end! There will be eerie music, a visit from the Wicked Witch, and a potion or two to slake your thirst. All horror, thriller, and true crime titles 10% during the read-in! (Non-scary books can be read too if you just want to be there for the atmosphere.) |
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Julie recommends the Dune novels by Frank Herbert: "Tried-and-true classics, and still awesome reads. I always get sucked right into the alternate universe and the intrigues of power within that universe." |
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Collectible Pick Vampire Chronicles Boxed Set by Anne Rice |
Browse our ever-expanding collectible listings here, or email wendy@logan.com for a personalized suggestion for any budget! |
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Just in time for spooky season--and to whet your appetite for the delights of Otis' Old Curiosity Shop to come--our Halloween pop-up shop is almost here! For a limited time only, the Annex Gallery will be filled with unique Halloween decor and gifts that you're unlikely to find anywhere else in Cleveland. Stop by to find something special before the Haunted Curiosity Shop fades away... |
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This October, books in our Mystery section are 20% off. From cozies to thriller, espionage to Golden Age classics, we've got just the book to keep you wondering whodunnit long past your bedtime! |
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Quill & Crow Publishing House is a local independent press which we've chosen as our focus for spooky season. It's a quaint and curious press dedicated to publishing stunning dark fiction and nonfiction titles. Celebrating all things Gothic and macabre, Quill & Crow strives to preserve the integrity of independent literature and lift voices often unheard. |
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Loganberry booksellers' favorite Genre Fiction reads |
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Adrienne recommends White Cat, Black Dog by Kelly Link: "Inspired by the Brothers Grimm, seventeenth-century French lore, and Scottish ballads, Link expertly blends realism and the speculative in this retelling of well known stories. This collection is weird, witty, empathetic, and never predictable." |
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Brenda recommends Doomsday Book by Connie Willis: "Can 21st century knowledge save 14th century victims of the plague? Can an experienced time traveler survive being stranded in a dangerous time and place? Turning the pages fast enough is the reader’s only problem." |
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Devon recommends The Woods All Black by Lee Mandelo " Mandelo effectively transports readers to 1920’s Appalachia, complete with harrowing misogyny, homophobia, and transphobia. The main character is a transman working as nurse to bring vaccinations, and reproductive care to backwoods towns. In one town, however, he meets with intense hostility. As he gathers information to report back to his employer, he meets a fellow, clearly queer, outcast, and attempts to befriend them. As their relationship grows and the townsfolk grow increasingly violent, the outcast protagonists turn to the occult to solve their problems." |
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Harriett recommends Creation Lake by Rachel Kushner: "Rachel Kushner has been shortlisted for major awards for everything she's written thus far, but watch out for a potential win on this one. This novel could be considered literary fiction, thriller, or even noir, but is certainly a rollicking ride through eco-activism, anthropology, and philosophy. Kushner calls writing this book 'a serious flex' asking the characters and readers to consider 'a total renovation of consciousness.' By all accounts, a wild ride!" |
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Leigh recommends The Skeleton Key by Erin Kelly: "An international, decades-long obsession with a children's book (and the treasure hunt within it) takes a few dark twists and turns when it is announced that the location of the hidden prize will be revealed." |
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Julie recommends the Dune novels by Frank Herbert: "Tried-and-true classics, and still awesome reads. I always get sucked right into the alternate universe and the intrigues of power within that universe." |
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Morgan recommends The Secret Lives of Country by KJ Charles: "I loved this unusual romance about two characters living uncommon lives. It's compelling, fun, and sexy." |
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Preeya recommends The Wild One by Colleen McKeegan: "Alternating between the past and present, the "mystery" of the murder is more for the reader than the narrator, as this story unfolds repressed memories of what exactly happened that summer at camp. A genuine homage to summer camp without any cloying innocence, this book is an authentic look at childhood through the eyes of a post-grad (with, of course, the aforementioned mysterious murder!)." |
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Sarah recommends Dark Matter by Blake Crouch: "An interesting take on time-travel, and as intricate as this book is, with big twists, the writing is so good that you can see it, feel it. And I recommend TV show, which follows the book really well!" |
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Toni recommends The Murderer's Ape by Jakob Wegelius: "I was smitten the moment I saw this book, a delightfully unusual mystery story full of old-fashioned raring adventure story, starring a gorilla in overalls named Sally Jones. While technically a middle grade-towards-teen novel, it's the kind of timeless fun that works for all ages!" |
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Wendy recommends After World by Debbie Urbanski: "Facing the collapse of society due to uncontrolled climate change, scientists turn to AI for the answer: remove humans, download their memories and observations, and then upload them to a new virtual world. The intertwined narratives of a human and an AI create a riveting and creepy novel that will have readers looking at life and the world in an entirely new way." |
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Thanks for reading, Harriett & all the Loganberries |
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