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Novel Memphis An independent bookstore, gift shop, and restaurant in Memphis, TN. linktr.ee/novelmemphis In January 2017, Memphis rallied to keep The Booksellers from closing.
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THURSDAY! Join Novel as we partner with Just City to welcome Emily Galvin Almanza in conversation with Josh Spickler on ...
06/08/2026

THURSDAY! Join Novel as we partner with Just City to welcome Emily Galvin Almanza in conversation with Josh Spickler on Thursday, 6/11 at 6PM to celebrate the release of her new book, THE PRICE OF MERCY: UNFAIR TRIALS, A VIOLENT SYSTEM, AND A PUBLIC DEFENDER'S SEARCH FOR JUSTICE IN AMERICA

RSVP via link in bio!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

A former public defender takes us behind the closed doors of America's criminal courts, revealing how the institutions that claim to protect us are doing the exact opposite--and offering a blueprint for finally fixing it.

"A searing, compassionate, and utterly necessary book that pulls back the curtain with the clarity of a lawyer and the heart of someone who's seen the criminal legal system's devastating consequences up close."--Michelle Alexander, author of THE NEW JIM CROW

In THE PRICE OF MERCY, attorney and former public defender Emily Galvin Almanza weaves hard data and unforgettable stories, dark humor and compelling evidence to tell us the truth about what's really going on behind the closed doors of America's criminal courts. She shows us how jails actually increase future crime, the dirty tricks police use to make millions in overtime pay, how a man could spend decades in prison because scientists mistook dog hair for his own, the perverse incentives that push prosecutors to seek convictions even when they themselves don't want to, and how judges may decide cases differently after lunch.

We'll learn what's working, too: how public defenders can improve public health and even economic mobility, and how planting more trees can reduce a neighborhood's murder rates. But a lone defender winning a case won't change the system. Galvin Almanza argues that we need an engaged public to confront the stark reality of our crime-generating, poverty-entrenching, health-destroying legal apparatus and rebuild it into something that can save our collective present and prevent our future from being torn apart.

A few summers ago, Lauren Hough and her dog Woody stopped by Novel after hours, signed a few copies of her book, and gra...
06/06/2026

A few summers ago, Lauren Hough and her dog Woody stopped by Novel after hours, signed a few copies of her book, and grabbed a pulled pork sandwich for the road. Her Memphis stop was part of a months long cross country road trip that we now get to read all about in her new book, MONSTER OF A LAND!

We hope you'll join us as we welcome Lauren Hough in conversation with Courtney Miller Santo on Wednesday, 6/24 at 6PM to celebrate its release!

RSVP here: https://bit.ly/4xbWjuT

ABOUT THE BOOK:

From NYT bestselling author of LEAVING ISN'T THE HARDEST THING comes an update of John Steinbeck's trip in TRAVELS WITH CHARLEY, a cross-country journey exploring modern America with Lauren Hough's signature observational wit, searing social commentary, and perspective as someone who knows what it's like to truly exist on the margins in this country.

Lauren Hough has always been haunted by the road trips she never got to take: no money, no vacation days, no car capable of making the trip. So, upon finally finding herself in a situation where such a trip might be possible--being a writer may not always pay better than being a bartender or a cable guy, but at least the schedule's flexible--she leaps at the chance, refurbishing a ramshackle 2001 Dodge van and setting off from Austin, Texas with her Husky mix Woody by her side.

Her influences feel obvious--but a lot has changed about the United States since the 1962 trip John Steinbeck chronicles in Travels with Charley. And Lauren Hough isn't John Steinbeck--unless the Noble Prize-winning author of THE GRAPES OF WRATH had a secret past as a six-foot-tall le***an and Air Force vet. But even better as a social lubricant than beer, a dog is the ultimate conversation starter. With Woody as wingman, Lauren chats--at gas stations and restaurants and auto shops and bars--with an incredible cross-section of Americans from all walks of life and every possible political perspective. And as she circumnavigates the country, she documents, with all-too-rare empathy, what it means to be poor, to be marginalized, and to be seen as Other in America.

Part travelogue, part social commentary, and 100% Lauren Hough, MONSTER OF A LAND unites her poignant vulnerability, her hilarious narrative voice, and her razor-sharp insights into a journey that will show us how far we've come as a country, and how far we still have to go.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

LAUREN HOUGH was born in Germany and raised in seven countries, and West Texas. She's been an Air Force airman, a bartender, a bouncer, a construction laborer, a driver, a green-aproned barista, and a cable guy. She's the author of the New York Times bestselling essay collection, Leaving Isn't the Hardest Thing. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, Granta, Texas Highways, Huffpost, and The Guardian. She's a writer at large for Texas Highways. She lives in Austin with a dog named Woody Guthrie.



ABOUT THE CONVERSATION PARTNER:
Courtney Miller Santo writes essays, novels and short stories. Her work appears in Best American Essays 2024, Loss Angeles Review, Swing, The Missouri Review, New Letters, Third Coast and elsewhere. HarperCollins published her debut novel, The Root of the Olive Tree, and its successor, Three Story House. She teaches at the University of Memphis, and is the Editor-in-Chief of the Pinch.

Literatini is TONIGHT! Novel will close at 6PM.
06/06/2026

Literatini is TONIGHT! Novel will close at 6PM.

Introducing our Page to Stage series! Join us on Thursday, 7/9 at 6PM for a night of show tunes and shenanigans! Novel ...
06/05/2026

Introducing our Page to Stage series! Join us on Thursday, 7/9 at 6PM for a night of show tunes and shenanigans!


Novel is partnering with the Orpheum Theater and the League of Women Voters
on Thursday, 7/9 at 6PM to celebrate SUFFS and the Broadway tour coming to Memphis with a listening party and letter writing night!

Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/49He774

Whether you're new to the history, are vaguely familiar with the fight for the right for women to vote, or you have always been an advocate of the 19th amendment and fan of the musical since it debuted in 2022, we'd love to celebrate this Broadway tour with you!

This is an opportunity to meet with the folks behind our local League of Women Voters, share your perspective with decision makers through the art of letter writing, and listen to the incredible Broadway recording of the musical!

Tickets are $10 and include:

* An extensive list of addresses for decision makers you may choose to contact.
* All the supplies for our Letter Writing event. Stamps, pens, even stationery!
* Light refreshments
* Button making supplies
* An opportunity to ask questions and hear more from the League of Women Voters
* The chance to win 2 tickets to see the production at the Orpheum (we will draw winners from attendees at the event. Must be present to win)
* The chance to win an official Suffs swag bag (we will draw winners from attendees at the event. Must be present to win)

Come celebrate this Tony Award winning Musical at your favorite book store just in time to see the show at your favorite theater!

SPACE IS LIMITED SO BUY YOUR TICKET BELOW TODAY!

Due to Literacy Midsouth's annual Literatini fundraiser hosted in our space, there will be no story time tomorrow!
06/05/2026

Due to Literacy Midsouth's annual Literatini fundraiser hosted in our space, there will be no story time tomorrow!

TUESDAY! Join us as we welcome Sheree Renée Thomas in conversation with Troy L. Wiggins on Tuesday, 6/9 at 6PM to celebr...
06/03/2026

TUESDAY! Join us as we welcome Sheree Renée Thomas in conversation with Troy L. Wiggins on Tuesday, 6/9 at 6PM to celebrate the release of her new book, RING SHOUT ON SATURN

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

RING SHOUT ON SATURN is book two of the the three book THE ROOT AND SKY series of short stories.

Sheree Renée Thomas's electrifying collection transports readers on a cosmic journey where ancient African Diasporic wisdom meets expansive Afrofuturist visions. From a prophet building a starship from salvaged dreams on a Martian farm to children breaking generational curses through powerful moonsongs, these tales explore themes of transformation, survival, and the enduring quest for liberation. Alien sisters navigate human complexities and river spirits offer profound wisdom, all set to an ancient beat that transcends time and space. Pulsing with Hoodoo, music, and myth, this collection resonates with the profound rhythms of existence, proving that true freedom knows no bounds--not even the cold void of space.

Join us as we welcome Mike Van Hoozer on Wednesday, 6/10 at 6PM to celebrate the release of his new book, THE JOURNEY OF...
06/02/2026

Join us as we welcome Mike Van Hoozer on Wednesday, 6/10 at 6PM to celebrate the release of his new book, THE JOURNEY OF JANELL: A STORY OF GRIT AND GRACE

RSVP via link in bio!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In THE JOURNEY OF JANELL: A STORY OF GRIT AND GRACE, best-selling author and elite mental performance coach Mike Van Hoozer shares the profound and inspiring story of Janell Lysack Joslin - an incredible person, athlete, and leader whose life became a masterclass in resilience, faith, and intentionality. This isn't just a sports biography; it is a strategic roadmap for anyone looking to lead with purpose and overcome life's most daunting obstacles.

Through the lens of Janell's journey, Van Hoozer introduces his transformative 5 Keys to a Championship Mindset. These aren't just theories - they are the exact principles he has used to develop elite athletes and leaders in sports, business, and life and the principles that he taught Janell in the midst of her journey.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Mike Van Hoozer is an expert in the psychology of human performance, serving as a mental performance coach and leadership consultant for elite athletes and global business leaders. As the founder of Van Hoozer and Associates and Life Beyond Athletics, he has helped thousands of athletes and leaders master their "mental game" to achieve peak performance and build a resilient mindset. His clients include professional NFL and MLB players, high school and college athletes, coaches, and teams across all sports, Fortune 500 executives and companies, non-profit organizations, and churches.

Come on in and taste the rainbow of new releases this ! 🌈📚
06/02/2026

Come on in and taste the rainbow of new releases this ! 🌈📚

It's June, friends-of-Novel! HAPPY PRIDE TO YOU AND YOURS!
06/01/2026

It's June, friends-of-Novel! HAPPY PRIDE TO YOU AND YOURS!

We can hardly wait to welcome David Sedaris back to the bookstore!! Join us on Monday, 6/22 at 6PM to celebrate the rele...
06/01/2026

We can hardly wait to welcome David Sedaris back to the bookstore!! Join us on Monday, 6/22 at 6PM to celebrate the release of his new book, THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE!

Please note this is a Line Ticketed Event. Preorder your copy and get a line ticket here: https://bit.ly/4uTGhnV

Line tickets guarantee you a place in line but do not guarantee a seat. Seating is limited and first come first serve.

Line tickets are not required to meet David. Any guests without a line ticket will be allowed to join the line behind the last ticket holder.

Line tickets are assigned in order of purchase of THE LAND AND ITS PEOPLE from novel, so pre order your copy today!

ABOUT THE BOOK:

In this new collection, David Sedaris reflects on what it means to be a foreigner, a brother, a lifelong friend, in essays that are "among the best of his career" (Publishers Weekly, starred review).

"A welcome return to form for the much-awarded and much-loved humorist...Sedaris remains a national treasure." --Kirkus (starred review)

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