How many indie book stores are left in the Bay Area? Answer: too few.Located in Historic Downtown Hayward, The Book Shop has thrived this past half century due to the personalized service, excellent selections, and urbane, knowledgeable staff.Come celebrate the entire month of April; storytime for kids with Ms. Marilyn on April 10 includes a free memento; tax free purchases on April 15; author appearance by Maria Ochoa on April 17; and much more.See More

The Tucson Festival of Books is a celebration of literacy where favorite authors gather to speak about their work and sign books. There are writing workshops and competitions, panel presentations, live cooking demonstrations, children's activities, storytelling, artists and musicians ... and all this entertainment is free to the public.In 2009, the Festival featured more than 450 authors and presenters, representing numerous genres. There truly is something for all readers, of all ages.There is…See More