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09/29/2026

The wait is over! PLY by Hernan Diaz is out today! BABEL attendees may recall Diaz speaking about this book when he spoke at Klienhans, and it’s exactly as strange and captivating as promised. Stop by today to browse new fiction and more out this

[image: closeup of Ply by Hernan Diaz with a signed copy sticker on the cover. Above and behind the book a sign that says “New Hardcover Fiction” is partially out of focus. And yes, that is the edge of the new Rebecca Yarros visible just beside it]

09/26/2026

Fall is here and we are ready for it!

[image: a handmade sign says Happy Fall! above a display with 3 rows of books including board and picture books about fall, novels set in fall for all ages, and seasonal cookbooks!]

09/23/2026

See you tomorrow! Walk-in’s welcome (and there’s still time to RSVP!)

[image: Talking Q***r Books a monthly book club led by q***r booksellers. Hispanic Heritage Month pick: Futbolista by Jonny Garza Villa. RSVP Strongly Encouraged. Thursday, September 24, 7-9pm. Talking Leaves Books]

09/19/2026

We have SIGNED copies of Lady X just in time for book club!! Join us TOMORROW! Walk-in’s welcome

[image description 1: the hands of author Molly Fader signing copies of her book LADY X in bright pink marker!]

[image description 2: Talking Literary Fiction poster Lady X 9/20/26, 4-6pm. Reading celebrated literature from around the world! Save 10% when you purchase your book from Talking Leaves! Members save 15% RSVP strongly encouraged. Www.tleavesbooks.com]

09/17/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! Browse our display 9/15-10/15 for great reading recommendations!!

[images: close up and wide shot of a display with four long rows of books facing out featuring nonfiction and fiction for all ages. A sign drawn to look like papel picado reads “Hispanic Heritage Month”]

09/15/2026

Today is National Voter Registration Day! Are you registered to vote?

[image: display with sign “Are you registered to vote?” No arrow, QR code to register. Yes arrow, That’s awesome! You should buy a book to celebrate national Voter Registration Day 9/15!]

09/12/2026

Join us for Talking Literary Fiction this month as we discuss Lady X by Toronto author Molly Fader! Sunday 9/20/2026 4-6pm

“An unputdownable pean to female rage and retribution”
-NYT Bestselling Author Jodi Picoult

“A story about mothers, and sisters, and best friends and the lengths that women will, can, and do go to, to protect themselves and each other in what can be a terrifying world... a roller coaster of emotion.”
- Alicia, TLF host

For info on book club book discounts, RSVP, and more, you know where to look!

[image description: event poster with quotes]

09/11/2026

Join us Sunday from 4-6pm for Talking Fantasy Books! This month’s theme is Magical Academia!! Recommend a book you love featuring a magical school, compare the worlds of your favorite books with fellow readers, debate what truly counts as “dark academia,” and get recommendations from our community for further reading. Whether you’re a fantasy reader ravenous for magic schooling, looking for magical academia more diverse and inclusive than what you’ve read before, or new to this literary niche and looking to explore, this meeting is for you!

This meeting takes place from 4-6pm. There will be a Bills game starting at 1. We hope the game doesn’t deter you from coming, and encourage you to come even if you’ll be late!

[image 1: Talking Fantasy Books recommend a magical academia story you love and compare notes with like-minded readers. 10% off any 1 book during the meeting. 9/13/26 4-6pm 951 Elmwood Ave RSVP Online]

[image 2: Talking Fantasy Books theme: magical academia. We picked this date before we knew about the Bills Game it’s okay if you’re late! 9/13/26 4-6pm 951 Elmwood Ave RSVP Online]

09/10/2026

Join us Wednesday at Hallwalls for an evening with Cara Benson and Janet McNally discussing AN ARMSFULL OF BIRDS!

“I opened it up to read the first few pages and then spent five hours reading the rest. Beautifully done. Poignant, human, authentic.”
—Jenny Lawson, The Bloggess and #1 New York Times bestselling author of How To Be Okay When Nothing Is Okay

“A powerful memoir of addiction and recovery, love and loss, and embracing life. An Armsful of Birds is written with grace, poetry, and wit. It’s also a page turner. Full of insight about mental health issues and many other things, the story is compelling and moving. Raw at times, at times heartbreaking, there is also joy and love. A beautiful book.”
—Jennifer Michael Hecht, author of Stay: A History of Su***de and the Philosophies Against It

This event is free and open to the public. Purchasing your book from Talking Leaves and donating to Hallwalls are the best ways to show your support!

[image: Event flier, Cara Benson in conversation with Janet McNally. AN ARMSFULL OF BIRDS a personal field guide to love, loss, and commitment book cover. Wednesday September 16 @ 6pm. 341 Delaware Ave cinema at Hallwalls. Talking Leaves Books, books for purchase. Free to attend. Suggested donation to Hallwalls]

09/09/2026

Calendars are here! See something you like? Buy it now before it’s gone! The publishers sent out everything they have, and nothing will be restocked.

Address

951 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY
14222

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 6pm
Tuesday	12pm - 6pm
Wednesday	12pm - 6pm
Thursday	12pm - 6pm
Friday	12pm - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 6pm

Telephone

+17168849524

Website

http://www.tleavesbooks.com/

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