The Secret is OUT!!!

Monday, June 17th @ 5:30 p.m.

Our store will be graced by the presence of the elusive Pseudonymous Bosch.

If you are a reader of the Secret Series, an inspiring mystery author between the ages of 9-14, or just want to know what the secret is join us.  This event is public but those young authors who have signed up for the 6 week writing class using PB's book Write This Book, will get some exclusive time to talk with the author.  Check out our website shoponceuponatime.com or call (818) 248- 9668 for any questions.  

For he is a pirate king...

One of the great things about working in a bookstore is being on top of release dates for new and exciting books! One of my favorite (adult) mystery series (and one of our big sellers!) are the Mary Russell and Sherlock Holmes books by Laurie R. King. What started as an exciting introduction to retired Sherlock and his brilliant young protege Mary in The Beekeeper's Apprentice has continued to what is now the eleventh book, Pirate King. Because I've been working, I haven't had time to start reading yet, but I can't wait! Yo ho...