Last Week to be Spooktacular, PLUS…


Okay, ghouls and goblins, we know you bring the spooky all year long, but it’s officially the last week for our town’s Scarecrows on the Square and our wickedly awesome decorations! Why, you ask? Because Halloween is this Thursday!

Get ready for treats galore at Main Street Reads (obviously, we wouldn’t leave you hanging). Plus, we’re serving up a special Blind Date bonus! Snag a book, and we’ll throw in a mystery blind date book FREE (while they last!). So swing by, soak in the spooky vibes, and treat yourself to a surprise read—it’s a scare-fair you don’t want to miss!

Looking ahead, we have several events coming up, including this one, just announced and available to purchase tickets (your ticket includes the book and more!). This will be the final big signing of this year…

An Evening of Legends with Signe Pike

Join us for an unforgettable evening with Signe Pike on Thursday, December 12th at 5:30 pm as she dives into The Shadowed Land, her latest addition to the acclaimed Lost Queen series!

Fans of historical fiction will be captivated as Signe shares insights into her meticulously researched saga, where King Arthur and his contemporaries are vividly reimagined. The Shadowed Land takes us back to the Kingdom of Gododdin in AD 580, where Languoreth, Angharad, Lailoken, and the warrior Artúr mac Aedan face new destinies and fierce trials. With a blend of mysticism, history, and unforgettable characters, this “rich, immersive” (Kirkus Reviews) novel is one you won’t want to miss hearing about firsthand from Signe Pike herself!

Tickets are limited and available only in-store or via THIS LINK—grab yours early to secure a spot! Your ticket INCLUDES the HARDCOVER signed first edition of The Shadowed Land, your 10% off Frothy Beard purchase, and an evening of literature and libations!

Make it a night out: Show your store receipt next door at Frothy Beard Brewery for 10% off your check and enjoy a great evening of books and brews with friends. HINT: Trivia starts at Frothy Beard at 7 pm!

But first, let Signe take you on a journey through legend, heroism, and the ancient lands of the Picts. Her Lost Queen series is already optioned for television and praised as “mystical, epic, and captivating” (Hazel Gaynor, NYT bestselling author). Don’t miss your chance to meet Signe and dive into this incredible world of historical fiction!

Books will be for sale and available for signing by Signe, including the first two in the epic series, The Lost Queen and The Forgotten Kingdom. JOIN US!

For all our upcoming events (more added weekly!) visit our UPCOMING EVENTS HERE.

Nominate Your Favorite Booksellers!

Book lovers, James Patterson is back to celebrate indie bookstores with his amazing Holiday Bookstore Bonus Program! This year, he’s pledging $500 to 600 lucky booksellers from ABA member stores—and we’d love for you to help nominate your favorite booksellers at Main Street Reads for a chance to be honored!

If you’ve ever enjoyed a great book recommendation, a heartwarming chat, or just some extra magic in your day from our team, now’s the perfect time to show some love! You can nominate any of our wonderful booksellers (listed alphabetically):

🌟 Kelley Dykes
🌟 Kristy Fowler
🌟 Shari Stauch
🌟 Emma Wood

It only takes a quick nomination form with one easy question: “In 250 words or less, why does this bookseller deserve a holiday bonus?”

⏰ The deadline is November 8, 2024, so don’t miss the chance to support our crew! Thank you, as always, for keeping Main Street Reads a thriving community spot and for cheering us on. We’re so grateful for you!