Posts tagged Politics and Prose

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Ice-Treat Truck Bookstore Tour!

Aug31
2010 Written by Nisha T.

In celebration of the release of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth, Amulet Books, an imprint of Abrams, is donating 26,000 new books to First Book! The children’s book series has introduced many children to the joy of reading and with this donation, First Book hopes to touch the lives of many more.

To spread the word about the book’s release in November, Wimpy Kid fans across the country have the opportunity to enjoy free purple ice treats from during the Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Ugly Truth 2010 Ice-Treat Truck   Bookstore Tour.

First Book staff had a blast at the Wimpy Kid Ice-Treat Truck, which made a stop at Politics and Prose in Washington, DC. Wimpy Kid enthusiast gathered around the truck to receive their free purple popsicles and a chance to win a free copy of the latest installment in the series when it releases this  November.

One mom present at the Ice-Treat Truck mentioned how fun the Wimpy Kid series is to enjoy with the whole family. Young purple-tongued readers expressed their excitement about reading the next book in the series as they gobbled up their second helpings of purple ice treats.

Make sure you check the schedule for the Summer Reading Ice Treat Truck Tour to see where the truck will be next!

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John “PC” Hodgman Comes to DC!

Oct24
2008 Written by Jen W.

So, chances are that many of you might easily recognize the face, but not necessarily know the name. John Hodgman — book author, McSweeney’s scribe, NPR commentator, Daily Show Resident Expert, and What Book Got You Hooked? contributor – also just happens to be “that guy on the Mac commercials.” You know… the charmingly bespectacled, slightly nerdy one.

But what you, dear readers, may also not know about “La Hodge” (note: you read that here first) is that the man has A Following. A big one. Call it “Hodgmania,” if you will. And nowhere was that more in evidence than last night at the reading and signing of his latest literary offering, More Information Than You Require (Dutton Adult), at Politics and Prose bookstore here in the district.

Let’s just say there were people. Lots and lots of people. More people than an author signing requires. There was, of course, the expected Mac-worshipping, NPR-loving, McSweeney’s-reading types in attendance. But I would venture to say that there might have been a few PC users who braved the crowd as well. Especially the guy who came up to the microphone and posed the question: “Do you think we look alike?” (The answer was yes, so La Hodge #2 came up to the podium and took a photo with his doppelganger, to the crowd’s amusement.)

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An Evening of “Make-Believe” with Leonard Marcus

Jun20
2008 Written by Jen W.

Last night, I had the immense pleasure of listening to leading author and children’s literature historian Leonard Marcus read from his newly published work, Minders of Make-Believe: Idealists, Entrepreneurs, and the Shaping of American Children’s Literature (Houghton Mifflin Co.) at one of DC’s most popular bookstores, Politics and Prose.

The near-capacity crowd listened intently as Leonard expertly guided us on a whirlwind trip through the decades that shaped children’s literature as we know it today. Afterwards, a lively chat followed between the author and the audience, covering topics such as the merits of the graphic novel and the rise of publishing’s “Potter Phenomenon.” It was both a fascinating and fun evening, and I would encourage anyone who has an interest in the history of children’s literature in America to pick up a copy of the book – it’s a terrific read! (And if you would like to find out more about the book, please check out First Book’s recently recorded podcast interview with the author!)

A special thank you goes out to the wonderful Gussie Lewis of Politics and Prose for coordinating such a memorable event… and extra special thanks to Leonard for so patiently signing that stack of books I bought!

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