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Blue House Books is a small company with big dreams. As Kenosha's only full-service bookstore, we sell any and all books: fiction and nonfiction, from romance to politics.
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Kenosha foodies, this one’s for you. 🔥 Join Michelin-starred @curtisduffy.bsky.social and local favorite James Schend for an unforgettable night at Founders Hall at the Kemper Center on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 7PM!

#memoir #booksky💙📚
A graphic with the cover of "Fireproof: Memoir of a Chef" by Curtis Duffy with Jeremy Wagner with arrows and writing to the right of it. It says, "MEMOIR OF A MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF and you can meet him!", "From outlaw biker roots to Michelin-star legend", "Raw, Gritty, Unforgettable", "A story of trauma, triumph, and taste", "Not your typical chef story.", "about the event: Experience one of the culinary world's most powerful stories right here in Kenosha! Join world renowned Chef Curtis Duffy in conversation with James Schend as he shares his raw and inspiring new memoir, 'Fireproof'." --- Kenosha foodies, this one’s for you. 🔥 Join Michelin-starred Chef Curtis Duffy and local favorite James Schend for an unforgettable night at Founders Hall at the Kemper Center on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 7PM! They’ll be diving into Duffy’s raw and powerful new memoir, "Fireproof: Memoir of a Chef" — a story of tragedy, triumph, and the relentless pursuit of perfection. Whether you love food, memoirs, or a good comeback story, you won’t want to miss this one! Tickets start at only $5. See more info and get your tickets here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3661220251203
November 14, 2025 at 6:14 PM
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Help us give back this holiday season! 🧡 From Nov 17–23, bring non-perishable food items or make a donation at Blue House Books. 10% of all sales will also go directly to the Kenosha County Food Bank. (We will also accept any cash donations you may want to give!)

#fundraiser #kcfb
A graphic with food in boxes and the KCFB logo in the center. Under it, it says- Fundraiser with Blue House Books. November 17th to November 23rd. --- Help us give back this holiday season! 🧡 From Nov 17–23, bring non-perishable food items or make a donation at Blue House Books. 10% of all sales will also go directly to the Kenosha County Food Bank. (We will also accept any cash donations you may want to give!) See more info and great ideas on what to donate here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/4039520251117 Let’s come together to support our neighbors in need!
November 13, 2025 at 7:41 PM
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William Golding’s "Lord of the Flies" was published in 1954 & has been a canonical text on school syllabi & a literary reference within the public’s consciousness. For the first time this unforgettable classic has been given new life w/ Aimée de Jongh’s graphic style & gorgeous color adaptation.
A photo of a hand holding the book, "Lord of the Flies: the graphic novel" by William Golding. Adapted and illustrated by Aimee De Jongh. It also has a call out on the top right of the book that says- "For the 70th anniversary of William Golding's classic, the first graphic novel adaptation of 'Lord of the Flies'". --- The original tale of stranded youth devolving into disorder that inspired "Yellowjackets" and "The Hunger Games", now a Penguin Classics Hardcover The well-known plot: A plane crashes on a desert island. The only survivors are a group of schoolboys. By day, they explore the dazzling beaches, gorging fruit, seeking shelter, and ripping off their uniforms to swim in the lagoon. At night, in the darkness of the jungle, they are haunted by nightmares of a primitive beast. Orphaned by society, they must forge their own; but it isn't long before their innocent games devolve into a murderous hunt … William Golding’s Lord of the Flies was originally published in 1954 and has been a canonical text on school syllabi and a familiar literary reference within the public’s consciousness. For the first time this unforgettable classic has been given new life with Aimée de Jongh’s graphic style and gorgeous color adaptation. Get your copy from Blue House Books in person or online here: https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/rBSsMLeAZlbfgFcWQ5IWoA
November 12, 2025 at 7:04 PM
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Honoring the courage and commitment of our veterans today and every day.
A graphic that has 3 men in uniform saluting. It says, Veterans Day, November 11th. --- Honoring the courage and commitment of our veterans today and every day.
November 12, 2025 at 12:54 AM
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Hey everyone, it’s #NewReleaseTuesday! Fresh books are here — come grab your next great read at Blue House Books in person until 6, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

#booksky💙📚
A photo of a hand holding the book, "Dog Man: Big Jim Believes" by Dav Pilkey in front of a book display. --- While supplies last, get a fun pen with your order! https://blue-house-books.com/item/sHLPL3DeHtV1dPLvIjupqQ Power up with Dog Man: Big Jim Believes from the global #1 bestselling author and award-winning artist Dav Pilkey. Join the journey as our heroes discover the influence of belief and find truth from within. With threads of self-awareness, confidence, and integrity, Dav Pilkey masterfully crafts a humorous and heartfelt adventure, weaving together the importance of truth, goodness, and believing in yourself. The celebration comes to a halt for our heroes in Dog Man: Big Jim Believes when the mischievous Space Cuties From Space return. Our caped crusaders -- Dog Man (aka Scarlet Shedder), Commander Cupcake, and Sprinkles -- along with Mecha Molly discover that the city has changed, and nothing is how it should be. Can Big Jim's positivity and innocence help our heroes? Will Dog Man, Big Jim, Grampa, and Molly have the courage to trust each other and save the day? How does the past help shape the future? And who is the chosen one? Readers will want to hold onto their hero capes as they soar into a new thrilling Dog Man story. The series follows the hilarious adventures of Dog Man, a lovable canine superhero and his friends. Each exciting graphic novel features inspiring characters, animated Flip-O-Ramas, and more! A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Merge" by Grace Walker in front of a bookshelf. --- One of Casey's picks! https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQcvLnacdSImig A thrilling and ominously prophetic debut set in a world when Earth and its resources have been pushed to breaking point, giving rise to a revolutionary—and highly controversial—procedure in which two people’s consciousness can be combined to exist in one body. How far would you go to never say goodbye? Laurie is sixty-five and living with Alzheimer’s. Her daughter Amelia, a once fiery and strong-willed activist, can’t bear to see her mother’s mind fade. Faced with the reality of losing her forever, Amelia signs them up to take part in the world’s first experimental merging process for Alzheimer’s patients, in which Laurie’s ailing mind will be transferred into Amelia’s healthy body and their consciousness will be blended as one. Soon Amelia and Laurie join the opaque and mysterious group of other merge participants: teenage Lucas, who plans to merge with his terminally ill brother Noah; Ben, who will merge with his pregnant fiancée Annie; and Jay, whose merging partner is his addict daughter Lara. As they prepare to move to The Village, a luxurious rehabilitation center for those who have merged, they quickly begin to question whether everything is really as it seems. An exhilarating, immersive debut from an astonishing new voice, The Merge is a personal story of love, family, and sacrifice, as well as a thought-provoking examination of the limits of control, resistance, and freedom in our modern world. A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Last Wish of Bristol Keats" by Mary E. Pearson in front of a wall with florals. --- https://blue-house-books.com/.../the-last-wish-of-bristol... Be wary of the legends you hear. Who knows, one day you may be a legend yourself. After Bristol Keats nearly loses her beloved King Tyghan to the monsters her mother had unleashed, their love deepens to a whole new level. Together, Bristol and Tyghan work to understand and reconcile their differences, moving forward with their common goal of saving Elphame. But when a daring rescue attempt turns into a disaster, and a beloved knight dies, Bristol is forced to confront the fact that her mother is more powerful than she could have ever imagined—and more dangerous. Meanwhile, Tyghan’s heart is laid bare when he encounters his former best friend and betrayer again, Bristol's own father, and must wrestle with a new secret that throws everything he thought he knew about his past into question. Bristol is Elphame’s last chance for survival, but where do her loyalties truly lie? If she fully embraces the magic that has always been her birthright, she could become a different kind of monster from her mother. Is she willing to risk losing the people she loves most, if it means keeping them safe? Brimming with dark secrets, lush world-building, and addictive romance, The Last Wish of Bristol Keats is the unforgettable conclusion to New York Times bestselling author Mary E. Pearson's first adult series. A photo of a hand holding the book, "Something from Nothing" by Alison Roman in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/zroBIQl5na_vcvbma6bF-A In Something from Nothing, bestselling author Alison Roman gives you a collection of simple, smart, timeless recipes that rely on a home cook's best kept secret: a well-stocked pantry. Making the most of your shelf-stable bottles, bags, jars and cans, Alison shows you how to cook as she does–loosely, intuitively, and with maximum flavor. With each recipe you’ll fall deeper in love with the magic of pantry cooking by using flavorful, hardworking ingredients, leaving you to ask, “How did something so wonderful come from basically nothing?”. In this book, you’ll find warm, opinionated writing coupled with classic recipes, both with signature Alison flair, such as: Snacks and Things to Start with: Herbed Artichoke Dip; Spanish Tortilla & Friends; and Labne with Caramelized Harissa Soups & Stews: Kimchi-Tomato Soup with Rice & a Soft Egg; Golden Mushroom Soup with Orzo & a Pat of Butter; and Ginger & Greens Noodle Soup Vegetables & How to Make Them Taste Even Better: Forever-Roasted Squash with Browned Butter Dates; Wine-Braised Romano Beans with Anchovy; and Spiced, Butter-Roasted Carrots with Walnuts Pasta & Noodles: Saucy Roasted Eggplant Pasta; Bolognese with Fennel; and Carbonara for Two Beans & Grains: Crispy Baked Beans with Mushrooms & Parmesan; Buttered Polenta with Fresh Corn; Caramelized Beans with Tomato & Cabbage Meats & Fishes: Crushed-Olive Chicken with Turmeric; Steak Like Tartare; Crispy Fish with Dill & Fried Capers Whether you’re feeding yourself on a busy weeknight or hosting a last-minute dinner party, this book has just what you need. For easy, straightforward recipes that still impress, Something from Nothing has you covered, showing you how to turn every bag of beans, tin of anchovies and jar of olives into a meal worth celebrating.
November 11, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Big #congratulations to Sam for being honored as one of the Kenosha Literacy Council’s 2025 Leaders of Literacy! We’re thrilled to see her recognized for her incredible contributions to literacy and our community. 💙
A photo of the KLC's winners during their event, including Sam, the owner of Blue House Books, in the long grey sweater over a black dress, holding up their awards. A photo of the Leader of Literacy Award presented to Samantha Jacquest-Zura. A graphic the KLC posted that says- "Howard J. Brown Family Literacy Leader Award. 2025 Recipient: Samantha Jacquest-Zura, Blue House Books. With 3 photos.
November 9, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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The #holidays have arrived at Blue House Books! ✨ Stop in to see our cozy holiday setup, full of festive reads, gifts, and winter cheer!🌲

#indiebookstore
A photo of our holiday display shelves. It has a combination of bookish holiday gift ideas, holiday themed books, and children's holiday books and items. A photo of a hand holding the book, "Juniper's Christmas" by Eoin Colfer in front of the holiday display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1w5jhZcD6d1bg A photo of a hand holding the holiday deluxe package in front of the holiday display. A photo of a hand holding some Christmas themed pens and a Christmas festive sticker book in front of the holiday display.
November 9, 2025 at 7:08 PM
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Tis the season for advent calendars! 🎁 Stop by and snag one before it’s too late, because everyone deserves a little daily surprise!

#indiebookstore
A photo of a hand holding the "Bibliophile Advent Calendar for Booklovers" in front of our holiday display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/ld4DDtkH236yWAKGyMYTVA A photo of a hand holding "The Book Lover's Advent Calendar" in front of the holiday display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/KTBqAjPM1HAAQCJ2yz1E4Q A photo of a hand holding "Gilmore Girls: the Official Advent Calendar. 25 Days of Surprises" --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/avIhVvcU9OjcHluj8VljHw A photo of a hand holding the "Merry Catmas! Cat Lover's Advent" in front of the holiday display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/FQ16kPF2yNJT4pRbBgiJvA
November 9, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Join us Saturday, December 6th anytime from 11 AM–2 PM for a casual meet & greet and book signing celebrating her magical debut, "The Song of Orphan’s Garden" — a cozy, whimsical fantasy perfect for fans of "The Girl Who Drank the Moon".

#middlegrade #author #booksky💙📚
A graphic with a wintery watercolor background, the cover of the book, "The Song of Orphan's Garden", and a photo of the author, Nicole M. Hewitt. It also has a text on the top that says, "Meet & Greet with", and a text box on the bottom, middle, that says, "Nicole M. Hewitt. Saturday, December 6th. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Blue House Books". --- Meet Midwest author Nicole M. Hewitt at Blue House Books! Join us Saturday, December 6th anytime from 11 AM–2 PM for a casual meet & greet and book signing celebrating her magical debut "The Song of Orphan’s Garden" — a cozy, whimsical fantasy perfect for fans of "The Girl Who Drank the Moon". No registration required! See you there. See more info here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3854620251206
November 7, 2025 at 5:33 PM
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ATTENTION FOODIES!

We’re hosting Chef Curtis Duffy — yes, THAT Curtis Duffy — in conversation with Kenosha’s own James Schend on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 7 PM at the Kemper Center.

#authorevent #booksky💙📚 @curtisduffy.bsky.social
A graphic with a blue background, the book, "Fireproof" by Curtis Duffy with Jeremy Wagner, two photos, one of Curtis Duffy and the other of James Schend. It also says, "FIREPROOF: Curtis Duffy in conversation with James Schend. Wednesday, December 3rd, at 7 p.m. The Kemper Center. Ticket Required." --- ATTENTION FOODIES! We’re hosting Chef Curtis Duffy — yes, THAT Curtis Duffy — in conversation with Kenosha’s own James Schend on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 7 PM at the Kemper Center. They’ll be talking about Duffy’s new memoir "Fireproof", diving into his story, his craft, and everything that shaped him as one of the country’s top chefs! If you're into food, memoirs, or just love a good inspiring story, you definitely don't want to miss this. This is sure to be a big event, so grab your tickets while you still can! (And they start at only $5!) Grab yours here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3661220251203
November 6, 2025 at 6:49 PM
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We’ve been talking about it for a while… and it’s finally here! 💙

Our #expansion is officially ready, and we’re celebrating with a reveal party on Nov. 14 at 6 PM!

#eventspace #indiebookstore #Kenosha
A graphic with a dark, moody feel. It has a cream-colored center with a vintage/dark academia graphic in the center. It says, "Blue House Books. Expansion Reveal Party! Friday, November 14th. 6 to 8 p.m. RSVP Required". --- Our expansion is officially ready, and we’re celebrating with a reveal party on Friday, Nov. 14 at 6 PM! Come check out our new event space, enjoy a champagne toast, and hang out with us for a cozy little celebration as we start this new chapter together. No ticket needed — just RSVP so we can plan snacks accordingly 😌 RSVP here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3897920251114
November 5, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Can’t get enough of new books? Neither can we! 💙 Here’s part 2 of #NewReleaseTuesday (on a Wednesday)! Come see what else is waiting for you!

#booksky💙📚
A photo of a hand holding the book, "We Fell Apart" by E. Lockhart in front of a book display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/p5lAnqxqGBRSzvkE6EWi3g The invitation arrives out of the blue. In it, Matilda discovers a father she’s never met. Kingsley Cello is a visionary, a reclusive artist. And when he asks her to spend the summer at his seaside home, Hidden Beach, Matilda expects to find a part of herself she’s never fully understood. Instead, she finds Meer, her long-lost, openhearted brother; Brock, a former child star battling demons; and brooding, wild Tatum, who just wants her to leave their crumbling sanctuary. With Kingsley nowhere to be seen, Matilda must delve into the twisted heart of Hidden Beach to uncover the answers she’s desperately craving. But secrets run thicker than blood, and blood runs like seawater. And everyone here is lying. A photo of a hand holding the book, "Cursed Daughters" by Oyinkan Braithwaite in front of a book display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/Tjsi1wmychOYyQqa_JN5Aw When Ebun gives birth to her daughter, Eniiyi, on the day they bury her cousin Monife, there is no denying the startling resemblance between the child and the dead woman. So begins the belief, fostered and fanned by the entire family, that Eniiyi is the actual reincarnation of Monife, fated to follow in her footsteps in all ways, including that tragic end. There is also the matter of the family curse: “No man will call your house his home. And if they try, they will not have peace...” which has been handed down from generation to generation, breaking hearts and causing three generations of abandoned Falodun women to live under the same roof. When Eniiyi falls in love with the handsome boy she saves from drowning, she can no longer run from her family’s history. As several women in her family have done before, she ill-advisedly seeks answers in older, darker spiritual corners of Lagos, demanding solutions. Is she destined to live out the habitual story of love and heartbreak? Or can she break the pattern once and for all, not only avoiding the spiral that led Monife to her lonely death, but liberating herself from all the family secrets and unspoken traumas that have dogged her steps since before she could remember? Cursed Daughters is a brilliant cocktail of modernity and superstition, vibrant humor and hard-won wisdom, romantic love and familial obligation. With its unforgettable cast of characters, it asks us what it means to be given a second chance and how to live both wisely and well with what we’ve been given. A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Dinner Party" by Viola van de Sandt in front of a display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/2-gUryvjjJ9nytFIqwOaqw Franca left the Netherlands behind to start her new life in England with Andrew. Andrew, whose parents lived in South Kensington but had a flat their son could “borrow” nearby. Andrew, an old-fashioned British gentleman who encourages her not to work but to instead focus on her writing. Andrew who suggests a dinner party with his colleagues to celebrate their big upcoming launch. A dinner party that Franca must plan and shop and cook and clean for. A dinner party during a heatwave when the fridge breaks, alcohol replaces water, and an unexpected guest joins their ranks, upending the careful balance between everything Franca once was and now is… Expertly weaving the past and present with precision and delicious tension, The Dinner Party is a thoughtful and thought-provoking look at female rage, body autonomy, and all the concessions women make throughout their lives—big and small—until the surprising moment when they decide they can make them no longer.
November 5, 2025 at 8:26 PM
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Our Annual #HolidayParty is almost here, and we are so ready to get festive with you. 🎄

Join us on Friday, December 5th from 5:30–8:00 PM for a cozy night in the shop — holiday treats, good vibes, gift shopping, book browsing, and celebrating another wonderful year of readers in our community!
A graphic with a light grey/cream colored background, and some berries and leaves in the center. There is a dark green square in the center that has text in it. It says, "Blue House Books. Holiday Party. Friday, December 5th. 5:30 to 8 p.m. RSVP Required." --- Our Annual Holiday Party is almost here and we are so ready to get festive with you. 🎄 Join us on Friday, December 5th from 5:30–8:00 PM for a cozy night in the shop — holiday treats, good vibes, gift shopping, book browsing, and celebrating another wonderful year of readers in our community! We'll have special holiday goodies (yes, Blind Date Deluxe is back 👀), gifts with purchase, fun surprises, and every shopper will be entered to win a BHB gift certificate. Plus, you’ll probably go home with a few presents for loved ones… and at least one for yourself. We support self-gifting here. 💁‍♀️ Dress festive if you’d like, and feel free to RSVP so we know how many treats to put out. Can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💙 RSVP here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3684020251205
November 4, 2025 at 8:31 PM
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It’s #NewReleaseTuesday, and our shelves are stacked with brand new worlds to get lost in! Which one are you snagging first?

Come shop our new releases today until 6 in person, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

#booksky💙📚
A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart" by Christina Henry in front of a bookshelf. --- Come to the event on November 5th! https://blue-house-books.com/events/3480720251105 On an otherwise ordinary street in Chicago, there is a house. An abandoned house where, once upon a time, terrible things happened. The children who live on this block are told by their parents to stay away from that house. But of course, children don’t listen. Children think it’s fun to be scared, to dare each other to go inside. Jessie Campanelli did what many older sisters do and dared her little brother Paul. But unlike all the other kids who went inside that abandoned house, Paul didn’t return. His two friends, Jake and Richie, said that the house ate Paul. Of course adults didn’t believe that. Adults never believe what kids say. They thought someone kidnapped Paul, or otherwise hurt him. They thought Paul had disappeared in a way that was ordinary, explainable. The disappearance of her little brother broke Jessie’s family apart in ways that would never be repaired. Jessie grew up, had a child of her own, kept living on the same street where the house that ate her brother sat, crouched and waiting. And darkness seemed to spread out from that house, a darkness that was alive—alive and hungry. https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/BQmk5nUNoKGu0kuXs9cvqg A photo of a hand holding the book, "The House Saphir" by Marissa Meyer in front of a book display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1z2ii0gb5h0vw Mallory Fontaine is a fraud. Though she comes from a long line of witches, the only magic she possesses is the ability to see ghosts, which is rarely as useful as one would think. She and her sister have maintained the family business, eking out a paltry living by selling bogus spells to gullible buyers and conducting tours of the infamous mansion where the first of the Saphir murders took place. Mallory is a self-proclaimed expert on Count Bastien Saphir—otherwise known as Monsieur Le Bleu—who brutally killed three of his wives more than a century ago. But she never expected to meet Bastien's great-great grandson and heir to the Saphir estate. Armand is handsome, wealthy, and convinced that the Fontaine Sisters are as talented as they claim. The perfect mark. When he offers Mallory a large sum of money to rid his ancestral home of Le Bleu's ghost, she can’t resist. A paid vacation at Armand’s country manor? It’s practically a dream come true, never mind the ghosts of murdered wives and the monsters that are as common as household pests. But when murder again comes to the House Saphir, Mallory finds herself at the center of the investigation—and she is almost certain the killer is mortal. If she has any hope of cashing in on the payment she was promised, she’ll have to solve the murder and banish the ghost, all while upholding the illusion of witchcraft. But that all sounds relatively easy compared to her biggest challenge: learning to trust her heart. Especially when the person her heart wants the most might be a murderer himself. A photo of a hand holding the book, "A Fate So Cold" by Amanda Foody and C.L. Herman in the front of the bookstore. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/3Czr8TaWU9-3IfJXUMqdCQ For most of the year, Summer reigns peacefully over Alderland. Then, for six brutal weeks, Winter rages, obliterating towns and wreaking casualties. Magicians bond with powerful wands of Summer to defend the nation, a duty that costs many their lives. Domenic Barrow never wanted such responsibility—but destiny hasn’t granted him a choice. The greatest Summer wand has awakened for the first time in a century, warning that an icy cataclysm looms on the horizon. And despite his reputation as the least suited of his classmates, the wand Chooses Domenic to wield it. Ellery Caldwell spent years striving to be a perfect Summer magician—and burying her fears of her own power. But her worst suspicions are proven true when she accidentally creates the first ever Winter wand. Now, as the unprecedented Chosen Two, Domenic and Ellery must thwart the oncoming cataclysm together. And in trying to fulfill their destinies, they wonder if they were brought together for a second fate: to fall in love. Until they discover the unthinkable truth. The Chosen Two aren’t fated allies, but eternal rivals, and the only way to save their home is for one of them to slay the other. This is no love story. It's a tragedy. A photo of a hand holding the book, "Coldwire" by Chloe Gong in front of a book display. --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/uhkEB3h562tMo5rfVS1mUg The future is loading… To escape rising seas and rampant epidemics, most of society lives “upcountry” in glistening virtual reality, while those who can’t afford the subscription are forced to remain in crumbling “downcountry.” But upcountry isn’t perfect. A cold war rages between two powerful nations, Medaluo and Atahua—and no one suffers for it more than the Medan orphans in Atahua. Their enrollment at Nile Military Academy is mandatory. Either serve as a soldier, or risk being labelled a spy. Eirale graduated the academy and joined NileCorp’s private forces downcountry, exactly as she was supposed to. Then Atahua’s most wanted anarchist frames her for assassinating a government official, and she’s given a choice: cooperate with him to search for a dangerous program in Medaluo or go down for treason. Meanwhile, Lia is finishing her last year upcountry at Nile Military Academy. Paired with her academic nemesis for their final assignment, Lia is determined to beat him for valedictorian and prove her worth. But there may be far more at stake when their task to infiltrate Medaluo and track down an Atahuan traitor goes wrong… Though Eirale and Lia tear through Medaluo on different planes of reality, the two start to suspect they are puzzle pieces in a larger conspiracy—and the closer they get to the truth, the closer their worlds come to a shattering collision.
November 4, 2025 at 8:28 PM
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Small Business Saturday is almost here on Saturday, November 29th, from 10am to 4pm.

This is one of our favorite days of the year. Thank you for showing up for your indie shops and keeping Kenosha awesome.

#booksky💙📚 #indiebookstore
A graphic with a light blue background and a dark blue circular center with snowflakes around it. It says, "Small Business Saturday at Blue House Books. Saturday, November 29th. 10 am to 4 pm. Discounts, Deals, & Raffles". --- Small Business Saturday is almost here on Saturday, November 29th, from 10am to 4pm. This is one of our favorite days of the year. Thank you for showing up for your indie shops and keeping Kenosha awesome. At Blue House Books we’ll have: • Deals on select books + gifts • $5 back for every $25 in gift certificates • A raffle for our loyalty members Come hang out, browse some books, find holiday gifts, and enjoy the cozy downtown vibes. We can't wait to see you! See more info here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3683920251129
November 2, 2025 at 5:02 PM
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What a night! @wiscobirder.bsky.social's visit to BHB for “Birds of the Great Lakes” was such a success! 🐦

Birding fans of all levels came out to hear Dexter chat with Rick Fare about birding in the Midwest, ask questions, and get their books signed.🪶

A huge thanks to everyone who joined us.
A photo of author Dexter Patterson sitting in front of a sold out audience at Blue House Books with his conversation partner, Rick Fare, Education Chair of Hoy Audubon, talking all things bird joy, the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin, and his field guide- "Birds of the Great Lakes". A photo of author Dexter Patterson sitting in front of a sold out audience at Blue House Books with his conversation partner, Rick Fare, Education Chair of Hoy Audubon, talking all things bird joy, the BIPOC Birding Club of Wisconsin, and his field guide- "Birds of the Great Lakes". A photo of Rick Fare (left), holding up the book, "Birds of the Great Lakes", and Dexter Patterson (right) after the event. A photo of a couple of customers crowding around Dexter at his signing table to get their copy of the book signed.
November 1, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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The end of 2025 is already almost upon us!

Our 2026 calendars are here: perfect for book lovers, planners, and anyone who loves a fresh start!

Stop by Blue House Books to find your favorite design before they’re gone!
A photo of a hand holding the 2026 Calendar Effin' Birds --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/pTAB62uRFDrvIpxlIaxndg A photo of a hand holding the Book Lover's Calendar 2026 --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/9cJoXRt3IucwBmnXcKpgvg A photo of a hand holding the Capturing Kenosha 2026 Calendar --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/WIdogLxePUlWOf3fQ0yt5Q A photo of a hand holding the Cats & Books 2026 Calendar --- https://www.blue-house-books.com/item/-PNQ9_1uHFlaaPyZHZ7z2w
November 1, 2025 at 1:01 AM
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Horror fans - this is the one you don’t want to miss.

Join bestselling author Christina Henry in Kenosha next Wednesday, November 5th at 6:30PM for the launch of her chilling new novel, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart", in conversation with S.A. Barnes ("Cold Eternity")

#horror
A photo of Sam, the owner of BHB, holding the book, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart" by Christina Henry in the front of the bookstore. It also says, "Calling all horror fans!". --- Horror fans - this is the one you don’t want to miss. Join bestselling author Christina Henry in Kenosha next Wednesday, November 5th at 6:30PM for the launch of her chilling new novel, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart", in conversation with S.A. Barnes ("Cold Eternity"). We’re bringing two powerhouse horror authors together for one unforgettable night at The Final Girl Bar with a live conversation, audience Q&A, book signing, and the bar opening exclusively for this event. Yes, the full food + drink menu will be available (and N/A options too!). Under 21? You can still attend this private event. Seats are limited and they're going quick. Grab your ticket and come support local horror, local authors, and one of Kenosha’s coolest venues. See you there… if you survive. 🖤 Get your tickets here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3480720251105
November 1, 2025 at 12:57 AM
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Happy Halloween, book lovers! May your candy be plentiful and your reads delightfully spooky!
A graphic with a cream colored background, a small little sheet ghost illustration wearing glasses, and it says, "Happy Halloween. Love, Blue House Books".
November 1, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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#NewReleaseTuesday (on a Wednesday) We have some amazing titles releasing, including Louise Penny’s latest & a gorgeous edition of “The Princess Bride.” Scroll through to check out what else is hitting our shelves today!
Shop in store today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online anytime at shopatbhb.com!
A photo of a hand holding the book, "The Black Wolf" by Louise Penny in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/MWp_c1qAP1w3dx5n8oYLPw The 20th mystery in the #1 New York Times-bestselling Armand Gamache series. Several weeks ago, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache of the Sûreté du Québec and his team uncovered and stopped a domestic terrorist attack in Montréal, arresting the person behind it. A man they called the Black Wolf. But their relief is short-lived. In a sickening turn of events, Gamache has realized that plot, as horrific as it was, was just the beginning. Perhaps even a deliberate misdirection. One he fell into. Something deeper and darker, more damaging, is planned. Did he in fact arrest the Black Wolf, or are they still out there? Armand is appalled to think his mistake has allowed their conspiracy to grow, to gather supporters. To spread lies, manufacture enemies, and feed hatred and division. Still recovering from wounds received in stopping the first attack, Armand is confined to the village of Three Pines, leading a covert investigation from there. He must be careful not to let the Black Wolf know he has recognized his mistake. In a quiet church basement, he and his senior agents Beauvoir and Lacoste, pore over what little evidence they have. Two notebooks. A few mysterious numbers on a tattered map of Québec. And a phrase repeated by the person they had called the Grey Wolf. A warning… A photo of the book, "The Everlasting" by Alix E. Harrow sitting on the floor of the bookstore with one copy facing you so you can see the turquoise sprayed edges. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/mvAe9UD8Mdo8FFc2wz6xXA We have SIGNED copies, while supplies last! Sir Una Everlasting was Dominion’s greatest hero: the orphaned girl who became a knight, who died for queen and country. Her legend lives on in songs and stories, in children’s books and recruiting posters—but her life as it truly happened has been forgotten. Centuries later, Owen Mallory—failed soldier, struggling scholar—falls in love with the tale of Una Everlasting. Her story takes him to war, to the archives—and then into the past itself. Una and Owen are tangled together in time, bound to retell the same story over and over again, no matter what it costs. But that story always ends the same way. If they want to rewrite Una’s legend—if they want to tell a different story--they’ll have to rewrite history itself. A photo of a hand holding the book, "That's a Great Question, I'd Love to Tell You" by Elyse Myers, in front of a bookshelf. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/UhelvOrckPkW0Q2J6i4kdA We have SIGNED copies, while supplies last! Elyse Myers is known to her twelve million followers as “The Internet’s Best Friend,” sharing her relatable stories and comedic sketches and serving as an advocate for topics such as neurodivergence, impostor syndrome, body image, and more. Whether she’s making people laugh with tales of disastrous dates or giving a voice to that awkward internal monologue many of us have, she has three simple goals behind everything she makes: To make people feel known, loved, and like they belong. In "That's a Great Question, I'd Love to Tell You," Elyse delivers a debut collection of deeply personal stories and hand-drawn illustrations, offering even more intimate reflections beyond what fans have seen on her social media, including: • Spending 7 Minutes in Heaven accidentally friend-zoning her crush • How Lucy, the Magic 8 Ball keychain, changed her life by accident • Moving from California to Australia to Texas to Nebraska to like (maybe even love!) herself • How to Fold Hospital Corners in 10 EASY STEPS!—a practical guide and a rumination about…everything • The “meat cute” when she met her smoke show of a husband at a butcher’s counter in Australia—and how she revealed herself to be an emotional runner Plus, tales involving bad dates and is-this-a-dates; the tempting yet futile urge to reinvent yourself, panic attacks and escape hatches, and favorite pens and systems to use them, all while loving and letting yourself be loved, preferably at the same time. A photo of the book, "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman sitting on the floor of the bookstore with one copy facing you so you can see the sprayed edges. --- https://blue-house-books.com/item/1sM1NJwkMQegR3khL67QQg A gorgeously designed limited edition of William Goldman’s beloved classic, featuring sprayed and stenciled edges, and a gold foil cover.—a tale of true love and high adventure, pirates, princesses, giants, miracles, fencing, and a frightening assortment of wild beasts that is a modern storytelling classic. As Florin and Guilder teeter on the verge of war, Princess Buttercup is devastated when her one true love dies at sea. But instead of being able to grieve in peace, she finds herself kidnapped by a mercenary and his henchmen, then rescued by a pirate, then forced to marry Prince Humperdinck, and finally rescued once again by the very crew who absconded with her in the first place. In the course of this dazzling adventure, she'll meet Vizzini—the criminal philosopher who’ll do anything for a bag of gold; Fezzik—the gentle giant; Inigo—the Spaniard whose steel thirsts for revenge; and Count Rugen—the evil mastermind behind it all. Foiling all their plans is Westley, Buttercup's true love who survived after all, and became a very good friend to a very dangerous pirate.
October 29, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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Thank you to everyone who came out to hear @caitlinstarling.com talk about her latest horror novel “The Graceview Patient” last Wednesday!

Caitlin’s books are perfect for spooky season: a hospital horror, a medieval fever dream, a gothic witchy story with experimental surgeries.

#horror #booksky
A photo of author Caitlin Starling reading from her book, "The Graceview Patient" in front of a crowd of people. --- Signed copies are available at Blue House Books, in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com! A photo of author Caitlin Starling chatting with a customer about her book, "The Graceview Patient". --- Signed copies are available at Blue House Books, in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com! A photo of the author, Caitlin Starling, signing a book for a customer. --- Signed copies are available at Blue House Books, in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com!
October 27, 2025 at 4:59 PM
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Spooky Story Time is only 2 days away! It is happening on Tuesday, October 28th at 4:30 PM at Blue House Books!

Kids can come dressed as their favorite monster, superhero, or princess to hear Maleficent read a spooky story, then enjoy a Halloween craft, treats, and drinks.

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A photo of Maleficent at the bookshelf and looking at the camera. Their strange green glow is coming off their staff and giving the camera a smug grin. --- Spooky Story Time is only 2 days away! It is happening on Tuesday, October 28th at 4:30 PM at Blue House Books! Kids can come dressed as their favorite monster, superhero, or princess to hear Maleficent read a spooky story, then enjoy a Halloween craft, treats, and drinks. Tickets are only $5 per participant (kids and adults joining the fun). Adults who aren’t participating don’t need a ticket, but please limit extra guests so we're sure to have enough room! Reserve your spot today here: https://blue-house-books.com/events/3648020251028
October 27, 2025 at 3:13 PM
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What an amazing night!

On October 21st, the legendary Jane Hamilton celebrated the release of her new novel "The Phoebe Variations" with local Wisconsin author Carol Dunbar at BHB! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for this fantastic event, and for helping us test out our new event space!
A photo of the two authors, Jane Hamilton and Carol Dunbar chatting at their event. --- On Tuesday, October 21st, the legendary Jane Hamilton celebrated the release of her new novel "The Phoebe Variations" with local Wisconsin author Carol Dunbar at Blue House Books! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for this fantastic event, and for helping us test out our new event space! Signed copies of "The Phoebe Variations" and more books be Jane and Carol are available at Blue House Books, in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com! A photo of the two authors, Jane Hamilton and Carol Dunbar chatting with each other in front of an audience. --- On Tuesday, October 21st, the legendary Jane Hamilton celebrated the release of her new novel "The Phoebe Variations" with local Wisconsin author Carol Dunbar at Blue House Books! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for this fantastic event, and for helping us test out our new event space! Signed copies of "The Phoebe Variations" and more books be Jane and Carol are available at Blue House Books, in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com! A photo of the two authors, Carol Dunbar and Jane Hamilton, sitting at tables and signing books.
October 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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We have the absolute best job in the world! On October 22nd, our staff got to hang out with retired sled dog Flame and her human Blair all day!

@blairbraverman.bsky.social came to Kenosha for school presentations & an event at BHB to talk about her new picture book with @patzmiller.bsky.social!
A photo from behind Flame, sitting on the stage, looking out into the audience of children for a school presentation. A photo of authors Blair Braverman and Pat Zietlow Miller talking to an audience at Blue House Books for the evening event. --- Wisconsin author Blair Braverman came to Kenosha for school presentations and an event at Blue House Books to talk about her new picture book, "The Day Leap Soared"! Thank you so much to fellow children's author Pat Zietlow Miller for helping us host the event, and to all the enthusiastic dog lovers who helped welcome these very special guests! Signed copies of books by Blair and Pat are available at Blue House Books! Start browsing in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com. A photo of authors Pat Zietlow Miller and Blair Braverman with Flame after our evening event. --- Wisconsin author Blair Braverman came to Kenosha for school presentations and an event at Blue House Books to talk about her new picture book, "The Day Leap Soared"! Thank you so much to fellow children's author Pat Zietlow Miller for helping us host the event, and to all the enthusiastic dog lovers who helped welcome these very special guests! Signed copies of books by Blair and Pat are available at Blue House Books! Start browsing in store or online at www.shopatbhb.com. A photo of Flame running the table and selling books! Such a talented girl.
October 26, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Issue 2 of KENOZIA has landed at Blue House Books! KENOZIA is a print-only, quarterly zine showcasing the work of local artists, photographers, and writers created by our events assistant, Sarah Opatz!

#zine #booksky💙📚 #kenoshalocal
A photo of Sarah Opatz, the events assistant, holding up two copies of "Kenozia"- issue 2, to show the two different covers in front of the bookstore. --- This issue is a twofer! One side is the fall edition that features paintings by the accomplished Margaret Clark; an artist spotlight on UW-Parkside professor and ceramicist Lisa Marie Barber, written by Marc Travanti; a local music venue piece on The White Lilac, written by Jeff Moody; a gallery spotlight on The Lemon Street Gallery; and last, but certainly not least, striking analog photos by the talented photographer Steve Rodriguez. Flip the zine over and you will find the Halloween edition. This edition features works by the talented FX artist/mask maker Paul Hoepner; a filmmaker spotlight on screenwriter/director Danny Villanueva Jr. talking about his new feature-length horror film, "What Happened to Dorothy Bell?"; eerie flash fiction pieces by our very own marketing manager Dani Koziol and local author Meg Bonney; unique artwork by printmaker Shelby Nesmith; and a community spotlight on the Port of Fear Film Festival. Purchase your copy today, in store or online: https://blue-house-books.com/item/WIdogLxePUl96KHtjjHLMw!* *While supplies last
October 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM