Picture Books TOO good to miss!

  • Helen Ward: Hare And The Tortoise

    Helen Ward: Hare And The Tortoise

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  • Jim Averbeck  and pictures by Tricia Tusa: In a Blue Room

    Jim Averbeck and pictures by Tricia Tusa: In a Blue Room
    This is a gem of a bedtime book! Picture books just don't get any better than this. The words and pictures are an absolutely magical pairing. Read this book and savor each word. DO NOT skip a single page...the reward is breathtaking for kids and adults too. A wonderful way to end the day. My Grandaughter Grace (3), hung on every word...I have a wonderful shared memory with a little girl that I get to see far less than I'd like! (*****)

"dog-gone" good picture books!

  • Howie Schneider: Chewy Louie

    Howie Schneider: Chewy Louie
    Absolutely a must for anyone with a new puppy or anyone who loves dogs or books or a LAUGH! This book is a real charmer! Best read to one or two kids.....everyone needs a chance to enjoy the pictures. (*****)

  • : Martha Speaks

    Martha Speaks
    Alphabet soup has a most curious effect on the family dog! First in a series of uproarious books about this verbose canine. (*****)

  • Gene Zion: Harry the Dirty Dog

    Gene Zion: Harry the Dirty Dog
    This story is as fresh and delightful as when it was first published in 1956. Harry is a white dog with black spots. Harry hates bath time. Harry LIKES being dirty! So when he hears the water running into the tub....he runs away. A lttle dog on the loose...Harry romps freely in all the very dirtiest places. Harry discovers that playing so hard is tiring and he is hungry too. He returns home only to find that his family doesn't recognize "Harry the dirty dog" for he has become a black dog with white spots. Children from 3-5 will cheer Harry's attemps to make himself known to his family and applaud the outcome of this timeless tale. (*****)

  • Jules Feiffer: Bark, George

    Jules Feiffer: Bark, George
    A fun and funny book for 3-5 year olds who love guessing what will happen next! Even rambuncious tots will sit still for this one....just waiting for the surprise at the end! (****)

April 23, 2009

Book Signing!!!

Meet Authors:


 Erica Perl and Ayun Halliday


When they visit Jabberwocky


On their


“NO BUTTS ABOUT

READING

!” TOUR


Saturday, May 2


2-4PM



Erica’s Perl’s new book is:


Chicken Butt


A silly salute to the joke that Moms and Dads will surely remember from their earlier years!


“Laugh out loud “ illustrations by Henry Cole!   




Ayun Halliday’s


Always Lots of Heinies at the Zoo



A giggly look at zoo animals from a unique perspective!


Rhyming text, great pictures and a lot of laughs!


Ages 4-8





 Jabberwocky Children’s Books & Toys


810 Caroline Street


“Downtown”

Fredericksburg



Phone orders accepted! call: 540-371-5684

March 15, 2009

Author Events at Jabberwocky in April

Advance purchase recommended /phone orders at 371-5684

Can’t come? …Call ahead and we will have a book (or two) signed for you!

*Saturday, April 4: Lisa McCue, acclaimed children’s book

illustrator, will sign her new book:

Quiet Bunny

Children will enjoy a drawing demonstration at 1:00pm with the book signing to follow! Ages 4-8

*Saturday, April 11, Noelle Hall will sign:

                                         I Dig George!

12:00-2   Ages 6-10

Kids can get the inside “scoop” on Ferry Farm!

Noelle’s Woody Point Series will also be available!

 

*Saturday, April 18, Linda Salisbury will sign:

Trouble In Contrary Woods

Book #6 in the popular Bailey Fish Adventure Series and

Mudd Saves the Earth: Booger Glue, Cow Diapers and Other Good Ideas

Ages 6-12

*Saturday, April 25, Jill Walsh signs her book:

Fredericksburg A to Z

1-3pm

An alphabetical walk through Fredericksburg‘s favorite places!

Ages: Everyone!

November 06, 2008

Children's author/illustrator Jim Arnosky is coming to Jabberwocky Friday, December 5! (6-7:30)

Did you know that a baby rabbit's fur is not water-proof? Well, treat any three to five year old child to Jim Arnosky's Rabbits and Raindrops and they will!  Jim is an avid naturalist, who though his books, shares his fascination of the outdoors with children of all ages.  They will see the world differently after spending some time with Jim's books.  Hook, Line & Seeker: A Beginner's Guide to Fishing, Boating and Watching Water Wildlife, is a fantastic resource for anyone who enjoys being near water. Oh, did I fail to mention that he is a musician and singer too??? Well, just take a listen to the CD that accompanies his book, Gobble It Up! A Fun Song About Eating!Scan0001  Yum!  Then, read his Raccoons and Ripe Corn and get a front-row seat as some greedy little bandits make a moonlight raid on a corn field. 

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Jim Arnosky will be signing his books and swapping fish stories at Jabberwocky on Friday, December 5 (6-7:30). Join us for some good books and fun!

***Can't come?  Give us a call at 540-371-5684 and we will get a book signed for you!

October 20, 2008

Tomie dePaola at Jabberwocky in only two weeks! Nov 1, 3:00-4:30

Brava depaola If you are interested in previous editions of Strega Nona or other titles by Tomie de Paola, we are taking special orders.  We MUST have a week to guarantee that they will arrive on time!  For this event, early purchase is very strongly recommended! Please, only new books purchased from Jabberwocky will be signed.  Sorry for any inconvenience.

July 30, 2008

Jabberwocky's Schedule of Author Events for the Fall of 2008!

TABarron Wednesday, September 24, 6-8 p.m. - T. A. Barron

T. A. Barron
, author of the popular The Lost Years of Merlin series and The Great Tree of Avalon, will discuss his newest book, Merlin's Dragon.

Barron's books appeal to Merlin' Dragonmiddle school students. He also has developed a large following among college students. Parents and (grandparents) also enjoy Tom's books.  They provide a wonderful opportunity for a shared literary experience.


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Thursday, September 25, 3-6 p.m. - David Shannon

David Shannon, winner of the Caldecott Honor for his book,

  David_Shannon No, David, will be presenting his hilarious new book, Too Many Toys!  Fortunately, you can never have too many books! So, come meet David and add a signed, first edition "David Shannon" book to your collection!  He also illustrated the very popular How I Became A Pirate. 




Tuesday, September 30, 3-6 p.m. - David Carter  Davidcarter

David Carter, will be "popping" in to introduce his two newest books, Yellow Square and The Big Bug Book. Yellow squareYellow Square will appeal to everyone!  You will find a surprise on every page!  Yes, it does pop-up, but it also moves and flows and dangles.  The Big Bug Book will appeal to a younger crowd, but it's silliness cannot hide the intricate paper engineering. Do you think he will share some of his pop-up secrets with us?  Big book of bugs....carter

 

 

 

 

Thursday, October 9, 9:00 a.m.- Kate Feiffer

Pennybacker    Kate Feiffer Kate Feiffer will give a rousing presentation as she introduces he newest book, the very timely, President Pennybaker, The culmination of the event will be a voting activity involving all the children in attendance.

Sunday, October 19, 11:30-1:30p.m.-Graeme Base ***Please note time change!

Enigma graemeGraeme Base Graeme  will sign his newest book, ENIGMA: A Magical Mystery.Reminiscent of his ever popular The Eleventh Hour, The reader has a mystery to unravel!  Enigma, a magician's rabbit is on the loose and all things magical have vanished as well!  A built-in decoder will assist in the search which will challenge readers from 7 to hmmm..."really old"!

 

 

 

Saturday, November 1, 3-4:30 p. m.- Tomie dePaolaBrava depaola

 

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The legendary Tomie dePaola will sign his newest book, Brava Strega Nona.

The beloved little Italian witch will "pop" to life with amazing paper engineering provided by Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart!

 

 

*To avoid disappointment we always recommend that books for signings be purchased at JABBERWOCKY in advance of the event.�

*Purchases can be made at the store or by phone by calling: 540-371-5684.

*It is store policy to allow customers who purchase a book for a signing to bring one book from home to be signed as well, however, because of the shortness of his visit, Tomie dePaola will only sign new books purchased at Jabberwocky for this event.��

*If you are unable to attend an event we are happy to take your order by phone and have your book(s) signed and waiting for you to pick up at a later date.

*Out of town customers can order by phone and we will ship your book(s) after the event.

*For questions call: 540-371-5684

May 14, 2008

Friday, May 30, 2008... Meet D.J. MacHale Author of the PENDRAGON Series

Pendragon Introducing  Book Nine:  RAVEN RISE

Mr. MacHale Will read from his newest book and discuss this most exciting and intriguing series at Jabbberwocky at 12:30 on May 30, 2008!

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It is also the launch of the graphic version of the series! SO, if graphic is your thing!  You are in for a real treat!  Enjoy the great stories of Pendragon adapted and illustrated by Carla Speed McNeil.  SEE Bobby's adventure unfold right before your eyes!  BRRMBBLLBOOM!!

To avoid disappointment we reccommend purchasing a book(s) by May 21! Just give us a call 540-371-5684!

If you cannot attend, we accept phone orders and will get your books signed and personalized...to be picked up at your convenience.  We can ship your order if necessary. Just call:  540-371-5684 if you have any questions or wish to order.  A signed book makes a treasured gift!

March 23, 2008

Make an Impression at Jabberwocky on Satuday April 12!

Handprint2_2 Keepsake Glass Hand Prints

Back by popular demand, Phyllis and Kim (Jabberwocky's favorite glass artisans) will be at JABBERWOCKY on Saturday April 12.  These amazing ladies take an impression of your baby or toddler's hand print in soft clay to create a beautiful glass hand print that will be cherished forever!

Appointments are available between 10-2 on April 12.

Call: 540-371-5684 to reserve a time slot.

Three glass pieces can be made from each impression.

The first is $40.00, the next two are $20.00 each.

February 17, 2008

Laura Numeroff Visits Jabberwocky on March 13, 2008!

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November 17, 2007

Award Winning Author Linda Salisbury Will Be at Jabberwocky Saturday, November 24 from 12:00-2:00

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"Welcome to Bailey Fish Adventures by: Linda Salisbury An exciting series
of mystery/adventures for ages 8 and up
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Bailey was astonished when her mother decided rather suddenly to travel to Costa Rica for a year or more and sent Bailey to live at Lake Anna...yep, our Lake Anna, in Central Virginia with her grandmother, Sugar, who cares about people and the environment.

Bailey tries to hide her sadness and loneliness as she adjusts to her new life, deals with a bully, whose father is out to get Sugar, and decides she wants to be one of the adventurous wild women of the family. The suspenseful adventures continue as she meets a half sister and dad she didn't know she had, rescues her kitten Sallie from the cat-snatcher, and identifies the thief of Keswick Inn.

What Bailey expects is never what happens . . .

Books in the series are sequential, but can be read independently. Each book features embedded history, lots of action and contemporary issues that appeal to boys and girls."

Chat with Bailey Fish, Sugar, and author Linda Salisbury at http://BaileyFishAdventureBooks.blogspot.com/

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