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Gift Ideas that Keep Giving
When it comes to giving and receiving gifts, there is one classic that stands the test of time. A book. When one opens the pages of a print book, one discovers information and uncovers knowledge they did not have before. If you are looking for a few gift ideas that keep giving, look at some treasures right here in our shop. We will feature a few below. Let’s see if there is a topic that fits your bill.
Biographies
Betty White: A Century of Love and Laughs
$12.99
Discover the depth and personality of one of America’s most loved and endearing stars, Betty White. Betty’s roles range from her snarky, unforgettable appearances as Sue Ann Nivens on the ground-breaking Mary Tyler Moore Show to her naïve Rose Nylund, one fourth of the mega-hit sitcom, The Golden Girls. Who can forget her charming character in The Proposal? With nearly 100 years on earth, Betty lived a full life. In this book, you will discover the many angles of this remarkable woman.
The Story of Basketball Great Clyde Lovellette
$24.95
He was one of basketball’s all-time triumphs at every level of the game, but it wasn’t always that victorious for Clyde Lovellette. Growing up in Terre Haute, Indiana, he had to overcame difficult circumstances. He did overcome them and became a basketball great. His rich life continued on after he retired from basketball. He became sheriff of his hometown county in Indiana, had been a city councilman, coached high school basketball on Cape Cod, and he even taught at risk youth at the White’s Institute in Wabash, Indiana. Clyde Lovellette was truly a gentle giant.
Careers
Ace Your Teacher Interview: Revised and Expanded 3rd Edition
$14.99
If you know someone who is looking to start a career in teaching, this book offers astute insight. Author, Dr. Anthony D. Fredericks shares the wisdom and experience from other educators to help you ace your teacher interview. This all-in-one sourcebook of teacher interview questions, in concert with the best responses, offers invaluable insights on what you need to succeed in a very competitive job market.
Ace Your Teacher Resume (and Cover Letter)
$14.99
Don’t leave out what they are looking for in a teacher resume. Here you will discover what to include and what to exclude. With sample resumes and cover letters, you will be able to submit a resume with confidence.
Fiction
We should always make time for a good book and carve out a moment to get lost in someone’s story. Here are a few mysteries especially for the holidays.
A Christmas Trilogy
$12.00
From A Mary Christmas Mystery series, Mary is constantly standing by people in their darkest of hours, in their numbest of days, and in their weariness and tears. It’s her job. And she’s good at it. In Slay Bells a “John Doe” disappears from Mary’s embalming room during the Christmas rush and she is whirled into the police investigation. Taking matters into her own hands, she determinedly seeks the body’s identification and its whereabouts.
$12.00
It’s not every day you meet a female mortician, and especially one who’s strikingly beautiful. In Bleak Midwinter, the second book in the A Mary Christmas Mystery series, Mary finds herself at the center of a troubling double-homicide investigation while falling headlong into romance with police officer Lance Freeman.
$12.00
In Cold Snap, the third book in the A Mary Christmas Mystery series, two people have been poisoned, but by who? And more importantly, was it targeted or is everyone at risk? Mary is determined to figure out and finds herself in the middle of a business scandal while she’s at it. New unions, old grudges, and company money could all be motives, but finding the person behind it is harder than she thought.
The following is a coming of age novel where you can go back in time and run the adventure with Angie and her ring.
$14.99
Angela Demetrious is the daughter of Greek immigrants. Her high school years were normal, carefree and innocent – until she was suddenly forced to grow up. The tale begins with a backdrop from the mid-1950’s in Indianapolis, a city still being developed and still considered sleepy.
Sports
Newly Released
$18.99
What was it like to watch Larry Bird first take flight? As if by Magic takes the reader back to those hot, energy-packed gymnasiums, revealing the yet-to-be-told story of how Larry transformed himself, almost game-by-game, from a good basketball player to a breathtaking superstar.
$17.99
Major league baseball came to Houston, Texas in 1962 when the expansion franchise was born as the Houston Colt 45s. The team evolved into the Astros after moving to the Astrodome, sometimes called “The Eighth Wonder of the World.”
There are more books, many, many more books to select. Have a look around our shop here. If you have any questions, you can contact us here or give us a call at 317-352-8200.
Happy Reading!
Compiled by Ginger Bock
A Treat for Halloween: Zombies, Vampires, and the Jersey Devil
We offer you a treat for Halloween: zombies, vampires, and the Jersey Devil. These are the perfect books to share stories, fun, and games with friends and family while roasting hot dogs and s’mores around the campfire.
Know Your Zombies
Can you believe that zombies were once the unwanted stepchild of the horror movie world. If that seems incredulous to you then this is the book for you. Know Your Zombies is a guide book, puzzle book, and trivia book all wrapped up into one fun and challenging book that zombie lovers will adore. As you read it, it will bring back great memories of your favorite zombie movies. It will also introduce you to some you may have missed and challenge your knowledge of your beloved horror movie genre. From the silent movie era to today, Know Your Zombies is a feast for those hungry to test their cherished brains.
Vampire Fun and Games
Do you love vampires? Do you love playing games? With this book, you can have the best of both worlds. In Vampire Fun and Games, you will find out how much you really know about vampires. Have a blast with this collection of crossword puzzles and trivia questions about the children of the night while perhaps learning about your next favorite bloodsucker. It might not be a bad idea to keep a clove of garlic close by as you do because you will dive into vampire romances and vampire comedies the kind that come from fantasy as well as real-life. All vampire fact and fiction from history are used to create this unique collection of puzzles and games for all those who love the undead.
Grab a pencil and some garlic and join the fun!
The Jersey Devil
Have you heard of this creature, The Jersey Devil? Is this the imaginary monster lurking under children’s bed as they try to fall asleep at night? Or is it true that it haunts the lonely sand trails and marshes of New Jersey? Hard to capture its image, the mysterious creature is said to emerge periodically to rampage the cities and towns of New Jersey. In its wake, it has left many communities in near-hysteria.
In The Jersey Devil, authors, McCloy and Miller uncover some of the deceitful and bizarre sightings of the beast and plant doubt in the stories and theories of many other sightings. However, the Jersey Devil has been seen by enough sane, sober, and responsible citizens to keep the possibility of its existence alive and tantalizing.
Blue River Press
Would you like to see more books from Blue River Press? We have varieties that range from the All About…Series for middle-graders to self-help books, fiction, sports, and more! Have a look around our shop. If you have any questions, you can contact us here or give us a call at 317-352-8200.