James & Mary Laurie, Booksellers (A.B.A.A.)

07/04/2026

Happy Independence Day! We will be open today until at least 3 - call if you want to come by later and we will stay open. Our website www.Lauriebooks.com features a celebratory 50% discount so check it out.

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05/19/2025

02/06/2025

From the hospital to the concert hall, Heather Phillips has mastered the art of balance. A dedicated physician and principal violist of the MSO, she has been a vital part of the orchestra since 2012. On Sunday, February 16, she takes center stage as a winner of our concerto competition, performing William Walton’s "Viola Concerto."

STAR-CROSSED LOVERS
Sunday, February 16, 2025 at 4:00 pm
St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi

Program:
Joan Tower — "Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman"
William Walton — "Viola Concerto" - Heather Phillips, Viola
Sergei Prokofiev — "Romeo and Juliet"
Leonard Bernstein — "Symphonic Dances" from West Side Story

Free admission – donations welcome.

06/12/2024

Janis Joplin made her debut on June 12, 1970 in Kentucky. Thought you'd like to know.

03/16/2024

We will be closed on St. Patrick's Day. If you are looking for an alternative activity I recommend the Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra's family concert at Augusta Lutheran Church in West St. Paul. We will feature a performance by Kevin Kling and a number of Irish favorites.

12/17/2023

Holiday Sale!


Dear Book Lovers,

Season’s Greetings from James and Mary Laurie Booksellers! As the festive season unfolds, we're thrilled to announce our first Holiday Sale in ten years, tailored to bring joy to every book lover!.

All Books, Maps and Prints priced under $250 in our shop are Discounted 30%.

Only 20% of our inventory appears on our website so call, email, or visit our shop. Some exclusions apply.

Struggling to pick the perfect gift? Let us help! Give a call to 612-338-1114 and The Lauries will be happy to assist you in selecting the ideal books for your friends and families. Our extensive knowledge and passion for books will ensure you find just what you're looking for. Be sure to include yourself on your list and we will discretely make note of your personal interests.

We ship daily because we understand the importance of timely gifting. That's why we're offering immediate shipping on all orders, ensuring your thoughtful gifts arrive well before the Christmas festivities. Prices include domestic media mail. Expedited services will be charged at cost.

Celebrate the season of giving with our special discounts on a wide range of books. Whether you're looking for timeless classics or hidden gems, our holiday sale has something for everyone at unbeatable prices.

This holiday, let’s spread the joy of the book. Contact us for personalized book selection and take advantage of our immediate shipping and exclusive discounts.

Wishing you a festive and book-filled holiday season!

James & Mary Laurie Booksellers (A.B.A.A.)
250 3rd Avenue North, Suite 115
Minneapolis, MN 55426
612-338-1114
[email protected]
www.Lauriebooks.com

Open noon-6 Monday -Saturday
(and noon-3 Sunday)

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06/27/2022

Today is the 100th anniversary of the Newberry Award for childrens literature. Here are photos of a few winners from our inventory available on our website www. Lauriebooks.com.

11/20/2021

The final day of the ABAA Virtual Book Fair: Boston Edition has begun!

Doors close at 8pm ET tonight!

Shop the Fair: abaa.org/vbf

Explore the finest rare books, manuscripts, and ephemera. Shop the virtual booths of hundreds of international sellers and discover their latest acquisitions and rare finds.

11/30/2020

Independent booksellers are desperate for customers to return, and not just for an online reading.

08/11/2020

“Beauty of whatever kind, in it’s supreme development, invariably excites the sensitive soul to tears,” - Edgar Allen Poe. Check out our collection of Poe’s work and other supreme beauties on our website- all still 50% off
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