On Saturday I decided to spend the afternoon at the big Half Price bookstore. I planned to do a lot of browsing, some bargain hunting and hang out with Christine. We sat at the cafe for quite some time and we definitely did more chatting than browsing. What can I say, we both love to talk, but I still managed to walk away with some books.
Remember I said I was going to look for a book by Mollie Panter-Downes? Well, guess what I found in the clearance section? One Fine Day for $1. Not only that but I also found a book by Beatrix Lehmann, Rumour of Heaven, which is another Virago book that sounds good. My other find was a book that had been on my wishlist for quite some time, 98 Reasons for Being by Clare Dudman. Not bad for $5 bucks.
Today I hardly did any reading but I have a good excuse. I spent some time with my mom and we watched several of the Brother Cadfael episodes. Those are so entertaining. One of these days I need to give the books a try. So all in all a very good weekend.
It is probably a good thing there is no half price books here locally–I would get myself into too much trouble. Please let us know what you think of the MPD books–I recently was reading about her short stories–they look good. I have seen those Brother C. mysteries at the library–are they Medieval? I should give them a try as well–they always seem to be sitting on the shelves there!
I can’t believe how long we sat there and talked for – okay, actually it is not hard to believe. I am glad you were able to discover some little gems while there. I didn’t get any reading done this weekend. It ended up being pretty busy. I really must get caught up.
I just read a post on Sam’s blog about Half Price books and was wishing for a local store. For $5 , you really did do well!
Wow, you did really well, Iliana! I haven’t seen a Half Price bookstore here in Toronto…considering my book addiction I am not sure if that’s a good thing or bad! 🙂
Is that a new header? I’ve been here a few times before and don’t remember seeing it. It’s really gorgeous, and perfect for this blog.
Danielle – The Brother Cadfael series is set around 1138. Quite a long time ago isn’t it 🙂 I’ve heard that they are a good adaptation of the books. And, I didn’t know that MPD also had short stories. I will have to check those out.
Christine – We are just never at a loss for words are we 🙂 You’ll have to tell me what else you got up to this weekend.
Jenclair – I love HPB and we are so lucky to have several locations in the Dallas area. Of course my favorite one is not that close to me but that’s alright.
Lotus – Ha,ha… I know what you mean 🙂
Dew – Thank you! And, yes, it’s a new header although not so new any more. I’ve had since January 🙂
Well, the times I’ve been here have definitely been since January, so I guess I just never noticed! Glad I finally did.
I’m glad to hear the Brother Cadfael series is good–I remember seeing that it was on PBS at some point, but never saw it. I’ll have to rent it! And Half Price Books sounds great. You scored!
Oh, my gosh, you lucky chick!!! One Fine Day has been on my wish list for ages. I can’t wait to see what you think of it!
I love half price books! There is actually one walking distance from my house, kind of dangerous. How fun to find the MPD that you were looking for – I have that one as well. I’ve never heard of the Beatrix Lehmann one and will have to look that up.
I hear ya. I make a routine to check the new-book-clearance sections at the giant indies Green Apples Bookstore.:)
Dew – 🙂
Gentle Reader – I’ve gotten my mom several of the DVDs and she loves them. I do recommend them.
Nancy – I did luck out 🙂
Tara – I’m so jealous, walking distance? I’d never leave the store. ha,ha.
Matt – You are so lucky to have indie bookstores around you.