August Events + Book Clubs at Bel Canto Books
Read. Think. Sing.
Hi there,
Happy summer, book peep! Hope you've been enjoying the longer days and finding time to read, hang out with friends, and take in some nature.
This month, we're featuring some of our favorite beach reads, including new books by these two lovely ladies pictured with me here at KUBO LB, Lauren Billings of Christina Lauren and Elise Bryant. We had such fun hosting them for the debut of Elise's first adult mystery novel, IT'S ELEMENTARY, which is being lauded all over the Interwebs as one of the best
It's filled with PTA mom intrigue, a missing principal, and a potential love triangle! Stop by or order a signed copy online. Keep reading for a preview of our August author events and book clubs - we hope you'll join us!
As we head into a busy fall and a challenging election season, we hope you'll join us in getting involved with community organizing! We're participating with the Uncommitted Movement to keep the pressure on our representatives and fight for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. We'll also be working with Vote Forward's letter writing campaign to encourage voter turnout.
Read on!
Jhoanna
Owner + Head Booknerd
BEL CANTO BOOKS
August Events Preview
Join us at our upcoming author and community events at BCB Retro Row, KUBO LB, and in the community. All events are free and open to the public, unless otherwise specified. Please support our programming by purchasing your books through us.
Don't forget that we're happy to ship signed author event books to you and your loved ones! Just message us, and we'll take care of things!
Sunday 8/11, 4pm at KUBO LB
Jayci Lee, THAT PRINCE IS MINE, with Rebekah Weatherspoon, MEEGAN
Tuesday 8/13, 7pm at KUBO LB
Gabriella Buba, SAINTS OF STORM AND SORROW, with actors and audiobook narrators Dante Basco + Danice Cabanela
Saturday 8/17, 2pm at KUBO LB
Erica Lee Schlaikjer, WILD GREENS, BEAUTIFUL GIRL
Wednesday 8/21 (virtual)
Cherry Lacsina, TULONG TAYO
Sunday 7/25, 4pm at KUBO LB
Literary Women Emerging Writers Showcase with with Vickie Wippel, Jessica Mendoza, Yvette Park, Alisha Westerman, and Charity Griffin
August Book Clubs
Want to read great books with a community of engaged book lovers? Join one (or all) of our free monthly book clubs. Learn more and RSVP at belcantobooks.net/book-clubs.
Algalita Book Club
SUMMER CELEBRATION
Wednesday 8/7, 7pm
Hosted by Charlie Moore
Bel Canto Book Club
HAPPY-GO-LUCKY by David Seders
Thursday 8/15, 6:30pm at Union at Compound
Burning Issues Book Club
A NATURAL HISTORY OF THE FUTURE
Sunday 8/25 at 12pm PT / 3pm ET (online)
Graphic Novel Book Club
IT’S LONELY AT THE CENTRE OF THE EARTH
Saturday 8/17 at 10am PT / 1pm ET (online)
Movies N’ Books Club
THE SISTERHOOD OF THE TRAVELING PANTS
Movie Screening + Discussion - 8/14 + 8/15 at 7:30pm at the Art Theatre, Long Beach
Our Friends at Lucky Penny
We have a special gift for our Bel Canto readers! We have partnered with our friends at Lucky Penny to offer you a gift card on the house!
Just like us, Lucky Penny started as House of Rituals inside The Hangout. This eco shop is a paradise for environmentally conscious consumers. When you visit Lucky Penny, you will be transported to a world where sustainability effortlessly blends with style. Be sure to check out their zero-waste refill station stocked with herbs, home essentials, and body products. You can also explore their carefully selected antique treasures and unique home decor.
Trust us, you'll fall in love with Lucky Penny! And it's conveniently located down the street from our Retro Row location, making it the perfect pit stop after picking up a book from us.