Remember book stores? There used to be more of them but now, we are lucky, that we still have Barnes and Noble. And even luckier that they still hold book signings and author appearances serving as community centers for book lovers around our fair city. The events listed here are held at Barnes and Noble in Bella Terra, 7881 Edinger Ave #110, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 For more information, call 714-897-8781.
This February, Young Adult (YA) Fiction Fans get a treat with the authors of some new teen and adult-friendly novels.
Tuesday, February 4 at 7pm
Author Event
Vengeance by Megan Miranda
Going Rogue by Robin Benway
Authors Megan Miranda and Robin Benway will discuss and sign their new books, Vengeance andGoing Rogue
Sunday, February 23 at 2:00 pm
Author Event
The Scar Boys by Len Vlahos Guitar Notes by Mary Amato
Len Vlahos will discuss and sign his new book, The Scar Boys; he will be joined by Mary Amato, author of Guitar Notes.
The following Book Groups meet regularly at Barnes and Noble at Bella Terra.
Tuesday, February 4 at 7:00 pm
Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group
Please join the Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Group for a discussion of Heartless by Gail Carriger. New members are welcome.
Wednesday, February 12 at 7:00 pm
Banned Book Group
Please join the Banned Book Group for a discussion of Runaway by Alice Munro. New members are always welcome.
Monday, February 17 at 7:00 pm
Fiction Book Group
Please join the Fiction Book Group for a discussion of Mama Day by Gloria Naylor. New members are welcome.
Wednesday, February 19 at 7:00 pm
Mystery Book Group
Please join the Mystery Book Group for a discussion of an enticing read. New members are always welcome.
The Barnes & Noble, Jr section has some cool events for younger children.
Saturday, February 1 at 11:00 am
The Elf on the Shelf: A Birthday Tradition Storytime
Join us for a very special Storytime and birthday party featuring our bookseller’s very own elf, stories and more!
Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Pajamarama Storytime
Please join us for our weekly Pajamarama Storytime. Children may come dressed in their pajamas!
Every Wednesday at 10:30 am
Weekly Storytime
Please join us for our weekly Storytime, featuring stories and activities for children of all ages.
Saturday, February 8 at 11:00 am
Valentine’s Day Storytime
Join us for a Valentine’s Day Storytime, featuring readings of Love Monster and other stories, as well as activities and Valentine’s treats.
Saturday, February 8 at 11:00 am
Spot Character Visit and Storytime
Spot joins us for a special visit and Storytime.
Sunday, February 9 at 2:00 pm
Hands-On Learning: Creativity Can
Enjoy Hands-On Learning fun with the “Creativity Can” at this crafting event designed to inspire creative exploration in children ages 4 and up.
Saturday, February 15 at 11:00 am
Black History Month Storytime
February is Black History Month. Join us for Storytime and activities featuring Henry’s Freedom Boxby Ellen Levine and Kadir Nelson.
Monday, February 17 at 2:00 pm
HB Reads Children’s Event
Join Miss Mary-Pat for storytime shenanigans, activities and stories. This event is presented by the 2014 HB Reads program.
