Mike Martin Book Launch

Join us between 6:30pm and 8:00pm on Thursday, October 4 to celebrate the launch of local author Mike Martin‘s newest Sergeant Windflower mystery, Darkest Before the Dawn. As the sixth book in the series, Sgt Windflower and the rest of his team in Grand Bank, Newfoundland have already faced a number of challenging and mysterious cases over the years, and this newest one is sure to be no less intriguing. If you’re a fan of unique and entertaining mysteries, mark October 4 on your calendar because this event is for you! Also…there will be cake!

About the book:
“Ghosts, mysterious deaths, and a new, perplexing character confront Windflower, Tizzard and the other police officers in Grand Bank as they unearth secrets that have been lying hidden in the sleepy hamlet for decades. A fast-moving mystery, ‘Darkest Before the Dawn’ is also a story of love, loss and learning how to grow old gracefully; a tale of family, community and looking after each other, of not giving up hope…just before the dawn.”

Annette Isaac Signing

Local author Annette Isaac will be in the store on Saturday, September 22 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm to sign copies of her new book Missing the Cues: Tales of a Newcomer’s Life in Canada.

About the book:

Missing the Cues: Tales of a Newcomer’s Life in Canada explores the often unspoken and unwritten codes that newcomers encounter in Canada, from the perspective of a woman of colour with Caribbean roots. Whether they have come out of choice or necessity, newcomers gradually expect to fully enjoy the social, political, and economic good times in Canada. And yet, tips about unlocking the doors to the full potential of the good times can elude many new immigrants. This book is a valuable and entertaining read for all newcomers about the subtle cues, gestures and unwritten traditions that can both enhance and frustrate the immigrant dream.”

More Special Hours

Books on Beechwood is going to the movies!! Well, technically they’re coming to us. On Sunday, August 5, a local film crew will be using the store to film a scene for an upcoming movie.

As such, we will be opening a little later than normal. Business hours on Sunday will be from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.

We apologize for any inconvenience.
See you Sunday afternoon!

Joan Sparling Migwans Signing

Debut author, and retired teacher, Joan Sparling Migwans will be in the store on Saturday, July 28 from 11:00am to 1:00pm to sign copies of her new book, Uprooted.

About the book:

“Overcoming the anguish of becoming a widow with four young children, Joan is determined to offer them the ultimate field trip. Accepting a teaching position at an international school, she takes her children to live in Aleppo, Syria in August 2005. Uprooted from the ease of their Canadian home to live and travel in a world totally outside their comfort zone, they are challenged with different languages, religious customs, monetary systems, climate, and general world view.”

Through Joan’s wonderful retelling, join her and her children as they travel around the Middle East and Europe, searching out new experiences, making new friends, and growing every day under the influence of the vibrant new world around them.

Joan Sparling Migwans Signing

Debut author, and retired teacher, Joan Sparling Migwans will be in the store on Sunday, June 24 from 12:00-2:00pm to sign copies of her new book, Uprooted.

About the book:

“Overcoming the anguish of becoming a widow with four young children, Joan is determined to offer them the ultimate field trip. Accepting a teaching position at an international school, she takes her children to live in Aleppo, Syria in August 2005. Uprooted from the ease of their Canadian home to live and travel in a world totally outside their comfort zone, they are challenged with different languages, religious customs, monetary systems, climate, and general world view.”

Through Joan’s wonderful retelling, join her and her children as they travel around the Middle East and Europe, searching out new experiences, making new friends, and growing every day under the influence of the vibrant new world around them.

Holiday Hours

“The 24th of May is the Queen’s birthday! If we don’t get a holiday, we’ll all run away!”

Okay, so we won’t actually run away, but just in case, we’ll be CLOSED on Monday, May 21 for Victoria Day.

Regular hours will be in effect on Saturday and Sunday.

Have a great long weekend