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Arizona - Phoenix Area
California - Sacramento Area
California - San Francisco Area
Oct 14 11 AM - 5 PM
Livermore ArtWalk

Look for your Dublin HPB at the Livermore Artwork on Saturday, October 14, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Our friendly bibliomaniacs will host a book and tote bag giveaway for children and adults during the event. See you there!


Georgia - Atlanta Area
Idaho - Meridian Area
2023
Idaho’s Best Favorite Bookstore

Your Meridian Crossroads HPB has been named “Favorite Bookstore” by Idaho’s Best! Now that the state has spoken, stop by to see what all the fuss is about. Our friendly bibliomaniacs are more than happy to help you find new and used items to fill your shelves.


Illinois - Chicago Area
Sep 23 Noon - 2 PM
Matthew P.S. Salinas Book Signing

Meet local author, Matthew P.S. Salinas at your Naperville HPB on Saturday, September 23, from noon to 2 p.m. Matthew will sign copies of his book What Sleeps in Wollenlark, an eerie tale of the hometown of Tobias Letterstock and the mystery of missing children that no one seems to talk about. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Indiana - Fort Wayne Area
Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Oct 14 1 - 3 PM
Rue Volley Book Signing

Meet USA Today bestselling local author Rue Volley at your Fort Wayne HPB on Saturday, October 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. Rue will sign copies of her various works. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Indiana - Indianapolis Area
Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Iowa - Cedar Rapids Area
Iowa - Des Moines Area
Kansas - Kansas City Area
Kansas - Wichita Area
Kentucky - Lexington Area
Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Sep 30 NOON - 2 PM
Jeremiah Wrong Book Signing

Meet local author Jeremiah Wrong at your Fayetteville HPB on Monday, September 30, from noon to 2 p.m. Jeremiah will sign copies of his book They Say I’m Still Not A Man, which was written on behalf of the Black fathers in America as a response to one of former President Barack Obama’s speeches. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Sep 30 NOON - 2 PM
Me’Shorn T. Floyd-Daniels Book Signing

Meet local author Me’Shorn T. Floyd-Daniels at your Fayetteville HPB on Monday, September 30, from noon to 2 p.m. MeShorn will sign copies of his memoir I Am Not Your Black, America!, a story that will force readers to grudgingly pull themselves out of the boxes they have been placed in by American stereotyping. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Sep 30 NOON - 2 PM
Sunny Fishback Book Signing

Meet local author Sunny Fishback at your Fayetteville HPB on Monday, September 30, from noon to 2 p.m. Sunny will sign copies of his book My Childhood Friend Muhammad Ali Revised: Satan Has Risen Against Satan. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Kentucky - Louisville Area
Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





LAST WED 6 - 8 PM
Monthly Crochet Night

Join us at your Springhurst HPB on the last Wednesday of each month from 6 to 8 p.m. for our crochet circle! All skill levels are welcome and instruction is available for beginners looking to learn. We’ll see you there with your needle and yarn!


Minnesota - Twin Cities Area
Missouri - Kansas City Area
Missouri - St. Louis Area
Nebraska - Omaha Area
Ohio - Cincinnati Area
Oct 13 - Oct 14 10 AM - 5 PM
HPB South Ohio Warehouse Sale

Join us for the South Ohio Warehouse sale on Friday, October 13 and Saturday, October 14, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the HPB Warehouse. Save big on thousands of books, comics, movies and music—all for just $2 or less-with a fresh restock on Saturday. The HPB Warehouse is located on 4835 Business Center Way in Westchester. Offer good at Half Price Books South Ohio Warehouse only. We are unable to accept coupons. promotions or HPB Gift Cards. ALL SALES ARE FINAL.

Ohio - Cleveland Area
Ohio - Columbus Area
Ohio - Dayton Area
Oklahoma - Oklahoma City Area
Pennsylvania - Pittsburgh Area
Sep 23 1 - 4 PM
Jenna E. Faas Book Signing

Meet local author Jenna E. Faas at your Monroeville HPB on Saturday, September 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. Jenna will sign copies of books from her Jelf Academy series, a young adult trilogy set in a magical world of pixies. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 13 6 - 8 PM
Philippa MaQuenta Book Signing

Meet local erotic romance author Philippa MaQuenta at your Monroeville HPB on Friday, October 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. Philippa will sign copies of her books Afflictions of Unruly Passion - Act I and While Courting Our Demons. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Tennessee - Nashville Area
Texas - Austin Area
Aug 29 - Nov 1
Pet Supplies Drive

Join us at your Cedar Park HPB in support of our local animal shelter now through November 1. We’ll be gathering pet food, litter, treats, toys and other supplies to assist with the influx of pets in need. Bring your pet when you stop by to drop off supplies and our friendly bibliomaniacs will take their photo and add it to our Wall of Heroes right here in the store. See you there!


Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Texas - Bryan / College Station Area
Texas - Corpus Christi Area
Texas - Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Sep 23 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Storytime with Shondra Quarles

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, September 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Shondra Quarles. Shondra will sign and read from her book Fati’s Garden, a story about the amazing that happens when a young girl plants seeds in her garden. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last. 


Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Sep 24 1 - 3 PM
Shawn Warner Book Signing

Meet Tik Tok-famous, Amazon #1 bestselling author Shawn Warner at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, September 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. Shawn will sign copies of, and read from, his book Leigh Howard and the Ghost of Simmon’s Pierce Manor, a tale of an orphaned girl who enlists the help of new family, friends, and a ghost to get to the bottom of her parents’ murder. Book will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Sep 24 1 - 3 PM
Lizette Warner Book Signing

Meet local author, acclaimed healthcare scientist and certified life coach Lizette Warner at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, September 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. Lizette will sign copies of her book Power, Poise & Presence, an easy-to-follow recipe that equips readers with the tools to be powerful, poised and confident in any situation. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Sep 30 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Storytime with Courtney Kelly

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, September 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Courtney Kelly. Courtney will sign and read from her book Celeste Saves the City, which pulls readers into the life of a young girl forced to leave her beloved home as Hurricane Katrina threatens to flood New Orleans. Determined to make a difference in the future, she sets her sights on becoming a civil engineer and figures out how to protect the wetlands that slow down flood waters during bad storms and hurricanes. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 1 1 - 3 PM
Maggie Foster Book Signing

Meet local author Maggie Foster at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, October 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. Maggie will sign copies of her novel The Arms of Death: Murders with a Scottish Slainte, an installment of her Loch Lonach Scottish Mystery Series. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 1 1 - 3 PM
Angelica Roberts book Signing

Meet local author Angelica Roberts at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, October 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. Angelica will sign copies of her novel Vendetta, the story of an acclaimed defense attorney whose life is upended when she’s asked to handle the critical case of a troubled NBA player; a case that puts both of their lives in danger. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 7 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Storytime with Glenda Jensen

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, October 7, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author and clown Glenda Jensen. Glenda will sign and read from her book Creechville, the story of a town full of different creatures who have specific jobs and are different colors and shapes. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 8 1 - 3 PM
Rolf Stibbe Book Signing

Meet local author Rolf Stibbe at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, October 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. Rolfe will sign copies of his book The Isle of the Dragon: The Last Flight of the Bugs Bunny, a portrayal of heroism and courage of United States Army Corps flight crews during combat in World War II against the forces of Imperial Japan. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 8 1 - 3 PM
Lucia Chenoweth Book Signing

Meet local author Lucia Chenoweth at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, October 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. Lucia will sign copies of her book My Thousand Treasures, the story of an eleven-year-old girl’s who stumbles upon a gold coin that holds deep-held family secrets. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Oct 13 7 PM
Author Event with Alex Toussaint

Meet Peloton® star Alex Toussaint at the Flagship HPB on Friday, October 13, at 7 p.m. Alex will join us to discuss his new book with Kevin Curry of Fit Men Cook. Activate Your Greatness details the mental and physical practices, both on and off the bike, that have influenced Toussaint's daily habits, fueled his motivation and have ultimately contributed to his astronomical success. Purchase tickets here. Ticket purchase includes copy of Activate Your Greatness.


Oct 14 11:30 AM - 2 PM
Storytime with Christina Rogers

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, October 14, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Christina Rogers. Christina will sign and read from her book Amy’s Amazing Hats: A Book About Friendship, Caring and Kindness, a story that aims to teach children the values of being kind and caring to a friend with cancer. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


Every Monday 6 - 8 PM
Macy’s Moody Mondays

Join us at your Burleson HPB each Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. as Macy, our very own bookseller, spins some tunes to kick off the week. As she DJs her live set, peruse our vinyl section and don’t forget to bring your previously loved records to the buy counter. We'd be happy to pass them along to other local music lovers.


Every Sunday 2 - 3 PM
Storytime Sundays

Join us at your Burleson HPB each Sunday from 2 to 3 p.m. for a special Storybook Hour for young readers. We'll read everything from classic children's books to new favorites and snacks, refreshments and activities will be provided while supplies last. See you there!


2023
Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave

Your Ridgmar/Westover Village HPB has been named “Favorite Bookstore” by Nextdoor! Now that the neighborhood has spoken, stop by to see what all the fuss is about. Our friendly bibliomaniacs are more than happy to help you find new and used items to fill your shelves.


2023
Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave

Your Mansfield HPB has been named “Favorite Bookstore” by Nextdoor! Now that the neighborhood has spoken, stop by to see what all the fuss is about. Our friendly bibliomaniacs are more than happy to help you find new and used items to fill your shelves.


Texas - Houston Area
Texas - San Antonio Area
Washington - Seattle Area
Sep 23
Fill-A-Bag for $25

Show your shelves some love with books, music, movies and more at your local Half Price Books Outlet! Come "Fill-a-Bag" for $25 on Saturday, September 23. Fill a free HPB tote bag and get your whole bundle for just $25 plus tax! No coupon needed. Offer valid at participating HPB Outlet locations only. All sales are final.





Sep 23 11 AM - 3 PM
K. Carty Book Signing

Meet local author K. Carty at your HPB Olympia Outlet on Saturday, September 23, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. K. will sign copies of their various works including The Catch, Santa Daddy and Tame Her. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.


2023
Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave

Your Redmond HPB has been named “Favorite Bookstore” by Nextdoor! Now that the neighborhood has spoken, stop by to see what all the fuss is about. Our friendly bibliomaniacs are more than happy to help you find new and used items to fill your shelves.


Wisconsin - Green Bay Area
Wisconsin - Madison Area
Wisconsin - Milwaukee Area
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Take the Fifth

The third time's a charm, but here at HPB, we prefer the fifth. Check out our favorite fifth books, albums and movies.

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