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MAY

Storytime with Lesa Engelthaler

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 3, at 11:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Lesa Engelthaler. Lesa will sign and read from her book Joan of Art, an empowering tale of friendship and self-affirmation about a young girl who dreams of being an artist, but struggles to find the courage to share her dreams with others. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home, and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , MAY 3 @ 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Krista and Becca Ritchie

Meet bestselling authors Krista and Becca Ritchie at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 3, at 2 p.m. Krista and Becca will join us to discuss and sign their book, Destructively Mine, which follows the daughter of a con artist as she tries to leave her deceitful tricks behind. When her grifter mother pops up, she must return to her old ways to keep hold of her love, her friends, and her newfound happiness. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Sat , MAY 3 @ 2 PM

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MAY

The Stewpot Writers Book Signing

Meet local authors from The Stewpot, a ministry of the First Presbyterian Church of Dallas, at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. They will promote their new book Thy Neighbor. Participants in The Stewpot Writers’ Workshop write each chapter, chronicling their homelessness journeys. The book contains personal essays and artwork. Books will be sold independently by the authors while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 4 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Carla Erskin Book Signing

Meet local author Carla Erskin at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. Carla will promote her book Balancing Acts: The Busy Woman’s Guide to Routines for a Bossy & Balanced Lifestyle, a guide designed for women seeking clarity, confidence, and calm amidst the demands of modern life. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 4 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Ashley Winstead

Meet bestselling author Ashley Winstead at your Flagship HPB on Tuesday, May 6, at 7 p.m. Ashley will promote her latest novel This Book Will Bury Me, a chilling, compulsive story of five amateur sleuths, whose hunt for an elusive killer catapults them into danger as the world watches. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Tue , MAY 6 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Photo Meet & Greet with Tinx

Meet bestselling author Tinx at your Flagship HPB on Friday, May 9, at 7 p.m. Tinx will take photos with readers in celebration of her new book Hotter in the Hamptons, which follows a fashion it-girl from New York City as she flees to the Hamptons to escape the fallout of a public snafu…and have an irresistible summer fling. Purchase tickets, which includes a pre-signed copy of the book, here.

Fri , MAY 9 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Storytime with Rosario Martinez

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 10, from 11:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. as we host a special storytime with children’s author Rosario Martinez. Rosario will sign and read from her book Gia Speaks Her Mind, a story about an expert gardener (who also happens to be a deer) who must speak up and use her communication skills to guide her friends or her garden, and her friendships, might be ruined. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , MAY 10 @ 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

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MAY

Kimberly Page Book Signing

Meet local author Kimberly Page at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. Kimberly will promote her romance novel Center Stage, the story of a budding relationship between Hollywood’s rising star and a studio executive with the golden touch. Can they navigate the pressures of fame, trust, and family or will they crumble under the spotlight? Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last

Sun , MAY 11 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Storytime with Jessica Purvis

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 17, at 11:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 p.m. as we host a special Mother’s Day storytime with children’s author Jessica Purvis. Jessica will sign and read from her book You Are Seen, a heartwarming book that explores the extraordinary beauty hidden in everyday moments. Activity kits will be provided for children to take home, and books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sat , MAY 17 @ 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

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MAY

SOLD OUT: Author Event with Matt Dinniman

Meet bestselling author Matt Dinniman at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 17, at 7 p.m. Matt will join just to discuss and sign his latest book, The Eye of the Bedlam Bride, the wildly entertaining sixth book in the USA Today bestselling Dungeon Crawler Carl series. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here. Other books from the popular series will be available purchase at the event.

Sat , MAY 17 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Marzena Barcinska Book Signing

Meet local author Marzena Barcinska at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. Marzena will promote her novel Real King: Pursuit of the Fibonacci Spiral, a captivating young adult novel that follows the mysterious Fibonacci Spiral through the eyes and lives of students from Nolan Heights Gifted and Talented Academy in New Jersey. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 18 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Heide Beasley Book Signing

Meet local author Heide Beasley at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 3 p.m. Heide will promote her book Finding A Home: A Runt’s Tale, a tale about a runt from a litter of puppies who is on the hunt to find her forever home. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 18 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Melora Fern

Meet author Melora Fern at your Flagship HPB on Tuesday, May 20, at 6 p.m. Melora joins us to discuss and sign copies of her debut historical fiction novel Whistling Women And Crowing Hens, which follows Birdie Stauffer as she joins a train-traveling roadshow where she experiences the tumultuous 1920s, a modern era of flappers and smuggled whiskey, with the camaraderie of newfound friends. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last. RSVP here.

Tue , MAY 20 @ 6 PM

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MAY

Silent Read Event

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Wednesday, May 21, 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.

Wed , MAY 21 @ 7 - 8:30 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Katherine Center

Meet bestselling author Katherine Center at your Flagship HPB on Thursday, May 22, at 7 p.m. Katherine will join us to discuss and sign her latest book, The Love Haters, which finds video producer Katie Vaughn caught in a lie that lands her in Key West, Florida, where she’ll take part in swim lessons, helicopter flights, conga lines, drinking contests, hurricanes, and stolen kisses. …but she’ll also have the chance to tell the truth, face old fears, and truly be brave at last. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Thu , MAY 22 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Brenda Coffee

Meet author Brenda Coffee at your Flagship HPB on Friday, May 23, at 7 p.m. Brenda will join us to discuss and sign her latest book Maya Blue: A Memoir of Survival, a searingly honest and unforgettable memoir that challenges women to rethink everything they know about survival, resilience, and finding their voice. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Fri , MAY 23 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Storytime with Ciara O’Neal

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 24, from 11:30 a.m. and again at 1:30 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 Pirate, 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 , MAY 24 @ 11:30 AM & 1:30 PM

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MAY

Liz Tomforde in Conversation with Laura Pavlov

Meet bestselling author Liz Tomforde at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 24, at 6 p.m. Joined in conversation with bestselling author Laura Pavlov, Liz will discuss her latest book, Rewind it Back, the fifth installment of her Windy City series which finds former high school sweethearts facing each other once again when they are tasked with working on a home renovation project together. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Sat , MAY 24 @ 6 PM

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MAY

Amanda Cloird Book Signing

Meet local author Amanda Cloird at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Amanda will promote her book My Broken Place, which shares the ups and downs of a young woman going through and breaking down over a period of time. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 25 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Felicha Sinegar-Stanley Book Signing

Meet local author Felicia Sinegar-Stanley at your Flagship HPB on Sunday, May 25, from 1 to 3 p.m. Felicha will promote her book wPower: The Strength of an EMPOWERED Woman to Change the World, an inspirational book that guides readers in making a difference in the lives of others. Books will be sold independently by the author while supplies last.

Sun , MAY 25 @ 1 - 3 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Lyla Lee

Meet bestselling author Lyla Lee at your Flagship HPB on Tuesday, May 27, at 7 p.m. Joined by fellow author Patrice Caldwell, Lyla will discuss her latest book, Love in Focus, a sapphic rom-com where two exes are given a second chance at love. Book signing to follow. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Tue , MAY 27 @ 7 PM

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MAY

Author Event with Annabel Monaghan

Meet USA Today bestselling author Annabel Monaghan at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, May 31, at 6 p.m. Annabel will join us to discuss and sign her new novel with Great Thoughts Great Readers founder Andrea Katz. It’s A Love Story is the tale of a former adolescent TV actress-turned-Hollywood producer whose “fake it till you make it” mantra sets her on a crash course with her past. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Sat , MAY 31 @ 6 PM

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JUN

Bloom Romance Panel

Join us at your Flagship HPB on Saturday, June 7, at 2 p.m. for a star-studded panel discussion featuring bestselling romance authors Ann Aguirre, Brittany Cherry, Rebecca Kenney, Corinne Michaels, Jeneane O’Riley, Penny Reid, and Lindsay Straub. Tickets are required to attend this event and will include a copy of one author’s book, to be chosen at checkout. Additional books will be available for purchase as specially-priced items in store during the event. Purchase tickets here

Sat , JUN 7 @ 2 PM

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JUN

Author Event with Renée Ahdieh

Meet New York Times bestselling YA fantasy author Renée Ahdieh at your Flagship HPB on Monday, June 9, at 7 p.m. Renée will join us to discuss and sign copies of her new debut adult novel with fellow bestselling author Lisa Wingate. Park Avenue is a striking story about a young lawyer who gets pulled in to manage a crisis with her firm’s biggest client, a family whose Korean beauty brand is worth a billion dollars. Purchase tickets, which include a copy of the book, here.

Mon , JUN 9 @ 7 PM

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JUN

Meet & Greet with Beth Le Manach

Meet food creator Beth Le Manach at your Flagship HPB on Wednesday, June 11, at 7 p.m. Beth will sign copies of her new book Entertaining 101: 101 Recipes Every Host Should Know How To Make, a modern twist on classic recipes. RSVP and purchase a copy of the book here.

Wed , JUN 11 @ 7 PM

Sell to Us

Did you know that HPB stores, excluding Outlet locations, buy books, movies and more from the public? That’s right, bring your boxes and bins to our Buy Counter and help us give your pre-loved items a second chance to be enjoyed by our customers. Learn about everything we buy.

La Casita Coffee at HPB

La Casita Coffee is serving up freshly baked goods and gourmet coffee at your Flagship HPB! Stop by to grab a treat while you browse the bookshelves. Open Sunday through Thursday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday through Saturday from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.

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.

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.

3rd 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!

, 3rd SAT @ 4 - 8:30 PM

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