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21

DEC

Storytime with Alan Elliot

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, December 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Alan Elliot. Alan will sign and read from his book Willy the Texas Longhorn, the story of a longhorn who gets the chance to help guide Santa’s sleigh when the big guy encounters dense fog and needs a local’s help to deliver gifts. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , DEC 21 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

Holiday Gift Wrapping w/ Texas Pawprints

Shopping at The Flagship HPB this holiday season? After you’ve made your purchases, stop by the gift wrapping station hosted by Texas Pawprints Cat Rescue. They’ll be offering donation-based gift wrapping services all season long.

Texas Pawprints gift wrapping schedule:
Saturday, Dec 21 • Noon-8 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 22 • Noon-8 p.m.

NOV & DEC

Santa Claus at HPB Flagship

Santa Claus is coming to town! Look for Jolly Ol' Saint Nick at your Flagship HPB this holiday season. Bring the whole family furry family members, too! for a memorable snapshot with Santa. Donations are welcome and will benefit the North Texas Food Bank.

Santa’s appearance schedule:
Saturday, Dec 21 • 3-7 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 22 • 1-5 p.m.
Monday, Dec 23 • 1-5 p.m.

, NOV & DEC

$5 HPB Gift Card Bonus

Calling all gift givers! For a limited time only, receive a $5 bonus to use in January when you purchase a $25 HPB gift card in store or online. Happy holiday shopping!

We’re Closed For Christmas

All Half Price Books stores will be closed on Christmas Day so our staff can spend time with those near and dear to them.

26 - 28

DEC

The Big Sale: 20% Off At HPB

The Big Sale is back in store and online at Half Price Books December 26 through 28. Stock up on your favorite films, books, music, movies, and more for 20% off. Blue stickered and some additional items not included. See store associate for details.

Sat , DEC 26 - 28

28

DEC

Storytime with Ciara O’Neal

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, December 28, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Ciara O’Neal . Ciara will sign and read from her book Pedro the Prate, the story of a foster kid (and a pirate captain) who can do everything all by himself, but when the seas get rough and the treasures are trapped, Pedro just might discover that trusting a new crew may not be that bad after all. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , DEC 28 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

DAILY

La Casita Coffee at HPB

La Casita Coffee is serving up freshly baked goods and gourmet coffee at your Flagship HPB! Stop by daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. to grab a treat while you browse the bookshelves.

, DAILY @ 7 AM - 3 PM

2nd SAT

Tabletop Game Night

Let the (board) games begin! Join in on the fun during Tabletop Game Night at your Flagship HPB every second Saturday of the month from 4 - 8:30 p.m. Bring your favorite board games from home or choose one from our Board Game Library. DFW Nerd Night will also join us to recommend, teach, play and talk all things board game and introduce participants to local charities they support. See you there!

, 2nd SAT @ 4 - 8:30 PM

Big D Best Used Bookstore, DFW

Half Price Books has been named “Best Used Bookstore” by the editors of D Magazine! Now that the word is out, 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.

1st FRI

Live Music: Pretty Good Singers

Join us at your Flagship HPB on the first Friday of each month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. as we welcome live music from the band Pretty Good Singers.

, 1st FRI @ 6:30 - 8 PM

Advocate’s Best of Culture & Entertainment

Your Flagship HPB has been named 1st place winner in Advocate’s Lakewood/East Dallas Best of Culture & Entertainment 2024 polls. Now that the readers have 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.

The 2025 HPB Calendar Is Here

It’s time! The 2025 HPB Calendar will be available in all Half Price Books stores starting Friday, November 29, while supplies last. Receive the new calendar, free with your $30 purchase. They are also available for individual purchase at $4.99. Happy Holidays, from our Sensational Circus of Readers and may the new year find you with full shelves.

Holiday Hours at Half Price Books

Season’s Readings, booklovers! HPB locations will have both extended and reduced hours throughout the holiday season, beginning Thursday, November 28th. As you prepare to check off that gift list, be sure to doublecheck your store’s hours or call before making a trip to your local HPB.

4

JAN

Storytime with Keairra Chaney

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, January 4, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Keairra Chaney. Keairra will sign and read from her book The Magic Within, a story that follows the adventures of relatable characters who navigate challenges, celebrate their strengths, and learn the importance of believing in themselves. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , JAN 4 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

5

JAN

Patricia Gallo-Stenman Book Signing

Meet local author Patricia Gallo-Stenman at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, January 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. Patricia will promote her book Diary of a Beatlemaniac: A Fab Insider’s Look at the Beatles Era, an extraordinary slice of life that peeks into the heart of an inner-city teen at the forefront of Beatlemania. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , JAN 5 @ 1 - 3 PM

5

JAN

Alan Haworth Book Signing

Meet local author Alan Haworth at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, January 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. Alan will promote his book Velvet Tongues and Broken Guitars, a raw, unfiltered time capsule that transports readers to the vibrant and gritty underground music scene of Boston in the late 90s and early 2000s. Books will be sold independently by the authors while supplies last.

Sun , JAN 5 @ 1 - 3 PM

8

JAN

Author Event with Kristin Cast

Meet bestselling author Kristin Cast at your Flagship HPB on Wednesday, January 8, at 7 p.m. Kristin will discuss and sign copies of her book The Empress, her debut adult romantasy novel inspired by the mysterious art of Tarot card reading which features a young woman whose mission of saving a fantasy kingdom hinges on her ruse of being an obedient wife to a battle-scarred warrior with a dark past. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Wed , JAN 8 @ 7 PM

9

JAN

Author Event with Signe Pike

Meet bestselling historical fiction author Signe Pike at your Flagship HPB on Thursday, January 9, at 7 p.m. Signe will join us to discuss and sign her latest book The Shadowed Land, a bold reimagining of King Arthur and his contemporaries that resurrects the real historical figures who inspired one of our most enduring legends. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Thu , JAN 9 @ 7 PM

11

JAN

Storytime with Hailey Robinson

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, January 11, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Hailey Robinson. Hailey will sign and read from her book Malaisha’s Magical Twists, a story about a young girl who finds confidence and inspiration through wash day and her natural hair journey, and most importantly, she discovers the magic of her twisted kinks, curls, and coils. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , JAN 11 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

15

JAN

Silent Read Event

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Wednesday, January 15, for a special silent reading event from 7 to 8:30 p.m. The evening will kick off with a meet and mingle with other booklovers to chat about the books you’re reading, followed by an hour of silent reading time accompanied by the soothing ambient sounds of DJ Kent Evans. Get free tickets [here] (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/silent-read-at-half-price-books-dallas-flagship-tickets-1119818099079?aff=oddtdtcreator).

Wed , JAN 15 @ 7 - 8:30 PM

18

JAN

Half Price Barks Dog and Cat Adoption

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, January 18, from 2 to 4 p.m. as we welcome our friends from the Dallas Animal Services. They’ll be hosting adoptions in hopes of helping dogs and cats find their forever home. See you there!

Sat , JAN 18 @ 2 - 4 PM

18

JAN

Storytime with Rosario Martinez

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, January 18, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Rosario Martinez. Rosario will sign and read from her book Tigers Tough Time, a story about Wyatt the tiger’s big feelings and how his friends show him how to manage his emotions and feelings in a better way. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , JAN 18 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

25

JAN

Storytime with Meagan Anderson

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, January 25, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Meagan Anderson. Meagan will sign and read from her book Filled Bellies, Full Hearts, a collection of different stories told by the voices of grandchildren about their unique and special relationships with their grandparents centered around being in the kitchen. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , JAN 25 @ 11:30 AM - 2 PM

29

JAN

Author Event with Penny Reid

Meet New York Times, USA Today, and Wall Street Journal bestselling romance author Penny Reid at your Flagship HPB on Wednesday, January 29, at 7 p.m. Penny will discuss and sign copies of her latest novel Truth or Beard, an enemies-to-lovers romance that follows Jessica James after a case of mistaken identity leaves her questioning whether her heart burns the man who has always been her adversary or his twin brother. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Wed , JAN 29 @ 7 PM

11

FEB

Author Event with Kel Kade

Meet bestselling author Kel Kade at your Flagship HPB on Tuesday, February 11, at 7 p.m. Kel will discuss and sign copies of her latest book, Sanctum of the Soul, the epic conclusion to her genre bending series, Shroud of Prophecy. In it, Aaslo stands at a crossroad where he must embrace all of what. He has become even in the face of losing the war, his friends, and his world. A copy of Sanctum of the Soul is available for purchase with event ticket. Purchase tickets [here}(https://www.eventbrite.com/e/talk-and-book-signing-with-bestselling-author-kel-kade-tickets-1110685513269?aff=oddtdtcreator).

Tue , FEB 11 @ 7 PM

Winter Weather Advisory

Bundle up, booklovers! Please be aware that severe winter weather conditions may affect store hours in your area. Be sure to call before heading to your local HPB during inclement weather to receive the latest information on openings and closings.

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