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HPB Calendar
Our calendar features books, movies and music grouped together in weird, unexpected ways. You might even call them Totally Random Lists, which is what we did because, well, we had to put something on the front cover. We like the lists so much, we share them here on the blog throughout the year.
Best of the Decade: 1970s
Half Price Books makes its debut! …along with Earth Day, Apple and Star Wars. This month, we bring you the bevy of fascinating events, books, music and movies that increased the far out factor during the 1970s.
July 28 2020
Half Price Books
Best of the Decade: 1930s
Superman swoops in to save the day and we showcase a slew of other things that captured the hearts, and bookshelves, of the nation in the 1930s!
Totally Random Lists 2019: Home Sweet Home
Home is definitely where the heart is, and there’s plenty of domestic bliss to be found on the list below.
November 18 2019
Half Price Books
Totally Random Lists: Playing Hardball
If you’re a sports fan, it’s not enough to just play or watch sports. You also want to read, watch and listen to sport-related material. In other words, you want to check out this list!
September 16 2019
Half Price Books
Totally Random Lists: All About the Benjamins
Some say money makes the world go ’round. Some say the love of it is the root of all evil. Either way storytellers have a lot to say on how it affects us. One thing’s certain: diving into this list won’t cost you too much!
August 20 2019
Half Price Books
Totally Random Lists: First Name Basis
It’s pretty simple. When you write a book or make a movie about a person, often the best title is just the name of the person. And sometimes the first name is enough, which sort of makes these books, movies and albums feel like good friends. Friends who live on your shelves. BOOKSEmma, Jane AustenHeidi,… View Article
August 9 2019
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Totally Random Lists: Twinsies!
When you’re born with an identical partner in crime, there’s plenty of drama and comedy ahead. But the truth is two are often better than one—for double the fun or double the trouble. Check out our list of twin-centric titles, including albums by bands with twins in their lineups.
July 11 2019
Half Price Books
Totally Random Lists: State Your Name
You could be living in your own private Idaho, or in a New York state of mind. Either way, the states in the U.S. of A. have inspired a lot of unforgettable entertainment. No need to break out an atlas—these state-named works will let you explore the country without leaving your armchair. BOOKSFlorida, Lauren GroffTexas,… View Article
June 17 2019
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Totally Random Lists: Leading Ladies
We’re taking a page from herstory to discover the plucky girls and uncommon ladies at the center of our favorite stories and music. Heartfelt or heroic, each featured female embodies the complex nature of women in a way that’s both memorable and inspirational. BOOKSLittle Women, Louisa May AlcottSalvage the Bones, Jesmyn WardAmericanah, Chimamanda Ngozi AdichieThe… View Article
May 22 2019
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