Big #congratulations to Sam for being honored as one of the Kenosha Literacy Council’s 2025 Leaders of Literacy! We’re thrilled to see her recognized for her incredible contributions to literacy and our community. 💙

The #holidays have arrived at Blue House Books! ✨ Stop in to see our cozy holiday setup, full of festive reads, gifts, and winter cheer!🌲 #indiebookstore

Tis the season for advent calendars! 🎁 Stop by and snag one before it’s too late, because everyone deserves a little daily surprise! #indiebookstore

Join us Saturday, December 6th anytime from 11 AM–2 PM for a casual meet & greet and book signing celebrating her magical debut, "The Song of Orphan’s Garden" — a cozy, whimsical fantasy perfect for fans of "The Girl Who Drank the Moon". #middlegrade #author #booksky💙📚

ATTENTION FOODIES! We’re hosting Chef Curtis Duffy — yes, THAT Curtis Duffy — in conversation with Kenosha’s own James Schend on Wednesday, December 3rd, at 7 PM at the Kemper Center. #authorevent #booksky💙📚 @curtisduffy.bsky.social

We’ve been talking about it for a while… and it’s finally here! 💙 Our #expansion is officially ready, and we’re celebrating with a reveal party on Nov. 14 at 6 PM! #eventspace #indiebookstore #Kenosha

Can’t get enough of new books? Neither can we! 💙 Here’s part 2 of #NewReleaseTuesday (on a Wednesday)! Come see what else is waiting for you! #booksky💙📚

Our Annual #HolidayParty is almost here, and we are so ready to get festive with you. 🎄 Join us on Friday, December 5th from 5:30–8:00 PM for a cozy night in the shop — holiday treats, good vibes, gift shopping, book browsing, and celebrating another wonderful year of readers in our community!

It’s #NewReleaseTuesday, and our shelves are stacked with brand new worlds to get lost in! Which one are you snagging first? Come shop our new releases today until 6 in person, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com! #booksky💙📚

Small Business Saturday is almost here on Saturday, November 29th, from 10am to 4pm. This is one of our favorite days of the year. Thank you for showing up for your indie shops and keeping Kenosha awesome. #booksky💙📚 #indiebookstore

What a night! @wiscobirder.bsky.social's visit to BHB for “Birds of the Great Lakes” was such a success! 🐦 Birding fans of all levels came out to hear Dexter chat with Rick Fare about birding in the Midwest, ask questions, and get their books signed.🪶 A huge thanks to everyone who joined us.

The end of 2025 is already almost upon us! Our 2026 calendars are here: perfect for book lovers, planners, and anyone who loves a fresh start! Stop by Blue House Books to find your favorite design before they’re gone!

Horror fans - this is the one you don’t want to miss. Join bestselling author Christina Henry in Kenosha next Wednesday, November 5th at 6:30PM for the launch of her chilling new novel, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart", in conversation with S.A. Barnes ("Cold Eternity") #horror

Happy Halloween, book lovers! May your candy be plentiful and your reads delightfully spooky!

#NewReleaseTuesday (on a Wednesday) We have some amazing titles releasing, including Louise Penny’s latest & a gorgeous edition of “The Princess Bride.” Scroll through to check out what else is hitting our shelves today! Shop in store today from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online anytime at shopatbhb.com!

Thank you to everyone who came out to hear @caitlinstarling.com talk about her latest horror novel “The Graceview Patient” last Wednesday! Caitlin’s books are perfect for spooky season: a hospital horror, a medieval fever dream, a gothic witchy story with experimental surgeries. #horror #booksky

Spooky Story Time is only 2 days away! It is happening on Tuesday, October 28th at 4:30 PM at Blue House Books! Kids can come dressed as their favorite monster, superhero, or princess to hear Maleficent read a spooky story, then enjoy a Halloween craft, treats, and drinks. #spookystorytime

What an amazing night! On October 21st, the legendary Jane Hamilton celebrated the release of her new novel "The Phoebe Variations" with local Wisconsin author Carol Dunbar at BHB! Thank you so much to everyone who joined us for this fantastic event, and for helping us test out our new event space!

We have the absolute best job in the world! On October 22nd, our staff got to hang out with retired sled dog Flame and her human Blair all day! @blairbraverman.bsky.social came to Kenosha for school presentations & an event at BHB to talk about her new picture book with @patzmiller.bsky.social!

Issue 2 of KENOZIA has landed at Blue House Books! KENOZIA is a print-only, quarterly zine showcasing the work of local artists, photographers, and writers created by our events assistant, Sarah Opatz! #zine #booksky💙📚 #kenoshalocal

Bird lovers, this one’s for you!🐦 Join us on Thursday, October 30th at 6:30 PM as Dexter Patterson, co-founder of Wisconsin’s BIPOC #Birding Club, visits Blue House Books to celebrate his new guide, "Birds of the Great Lakes", the perfect companion for spotting and identifying Midwest birds!

It’s a beautiful fall day at Blue House Books! The leaves are turning, the air is crisp, and it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a good book. Stop by, browse the shelves, and soak in the autumn vibes with us today! 🍁 #indiebookstore

Meet Kenosha poet Haley Valenta! ✨🌸 Join us on Saturday, November 1st from 11 AM to 2 PM at Blue House Books to celebrate the release of Haley’s newest poetry collection, "Final Girl", a moving exploration of healing, self-discovery, and growth.

Internal documents reviewed by the New York Times reveal Amazon's goal to replace 600,000 jobs with robots.⁠ When we support our local businesses, we create a more stable economy—one not at the whim of billionaires. Support your indie bookshop today and every day 💓⁠

Looking for your next spine-chilling read? We’ve matched your favorite #horror films with books that deliver the same vibes and chills! Also, if you're a horror fan, you won't want to miss these two upcoming events - links in the photos!

It’s #NewReleaseTuesday everyone! Another week, another stack of amazing new books hitting the shelves, and trust us, this lineup does not disappoint. 😍 Which new release are you picking up first? #booksky💙📚

Don't forget, the James Patterson Holiday Bookstore Bonus Program is open for nominations through October 31, 2025! This program gives booksellers the opportunity to win $500 for their hard work and dedication! form.jotform.com/252106819334... #indiebookstore

Blue House BooksGiving is back! Join us on Thursday, Nov 20th, 6–8 PM for a cozy Thanksgiving celebration with bookish friends, old and new. Bring a dish to share for our potluck, wrap up to three of your favorite books for a blind exchange, and leave with new-to-you reads!

Join us Tuesday, October 28th at 4:30 PM for a frightfully fun afternoon filled with stories, crafts, and treats! Come dressed up and enjoy a special spooky story read by Maleficent herself, plus a Halloween craft, snacks, and drinks!

I’ll be at Kenosha’s @bluehousebooks.bsky.social Oct. 22 with author, adventurer and musher @blairbraverman.bsky.social We’ll chat about her picture book WHEN LEAP SOARED. Please join us! Details here: www.blue-house-books.com/events/29761... #kenosha #kidlit #booksky

#NewReleaseTuesday on a FRIDAY for Part 3 (Final Chapter)! We’ve saved a few more gems for the final round of this week’s incredible new releases! Which are you adding to your TBR? #booksky💙📚

We’re thrilled to welcome Christina Henry back to Kenosha for the release of her latest haunted house thriller, "The Place Where They Buried Your Heart"! She’ll be chatting with S.A. Barnes ("Cold Eternity"), taking audience questions, and signing books at The Final Girl Bar on Wednesday, Nov. 5th

#NewReleaseTuesday: Part 2! ✨📚 We told you there were too many great books to fit in one post, and we weren’t kidding!

Happy #NewReleaseTuesday everyone! There are so many incredible new books hitting the shelves this week that we couldn’t fit them all into one post, so stay tuned for more! Which of these new reads are you grabbing first?

Huge thanks to everyone who came out for the final Downtown Clean-Up. It was amazing to see neighbors, friends, & community members come together to keep Kenosha shining. We couldn’t be happier to have shared this hour of giving back with all of you! #communitycleanup

🍂 Fall is in full swing at Blue House Books! 🍁 Stop by and check out our cozy fall display, packed with seasonal reads, spooky stories, and all the autumn vibes you need! #HappyFallYall #booksky💙📚

Did you know we do #B2B orders? Stock up your school, library, or business with all the books you need, without the hassle! Bulk orders made easy – everything in one order #booksky💙📚 #indiebookstore

The BHB team is always reading something new, and our Staff Picks shelf is packed with our latest favorites! Here are just a few of our current picks… but you’ll have to stop by Blue House Books to see them all! 😉 #staffpicks #booksky💙📚

Join us Saturday, October 11th, anytime from 11 AM–2 PM at Blue House Books to celebrate the release of “The Women Who Stand Between”, the first in Jeannee Sacken’s brand-new series! #meetandgreet #author #booksky💙📚

October is packed with incredible events at Blue House Books! From author meet & greets to community celebrations, there’s something for every book lover this month. 🍂 See all the details and mark your calendars by looking here: www.blue-house-books.com/events

It’s #NewReleaseTuesday! (err Wednesday) It’s that magical day when fresh stories hit the shelves! Even better? Some of these exciting titles tie right into our upcoming events so you can read along and join the fun! Shop in person until 6, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

🎃 October Keychain Club Perk! 🎃 This month, our Blue House Keychain Club members get 10% off all spooky books - the perfect excuse to stock up on chills and thrills! 👻 Come check out our spooky display in-store and find your next eerie read! #booksky💙📚

🩵What an incredible day at the 2025 Southport Literary Fair! Thank you to everyone who joined us for an amazing celebration of books, authors, and community. Huge thanks to our partners at Kenosha Public Library and Studio Moonfall for helping make this third annual literary fair such a success.

👻Spooky Story Time is creeping up at Blue House Books!🎃 Join us on Tuesday, October 28th at 4:30 p.m. for a magical evening of costumes, stories, and crafts. Maleficent herself will be here to read a spooky tale, followed by a Halloween craft, drinks, and treats! #spooky #storytime

New Releases: Part 2! 📚 So many good books dropped this week, we had to split it into two rounds. Wednesday just got even better. Shop in store during our regular hours, or online anytime of day at ShopAtBHB.com!

It’s #NewReleaseTuesday which means fresh stories hot off the press, waiting for you! This is our first of two posts since there’s so many new fun books in today! Shop in person until 6, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

Sam’s Pick of the Week: "The Ascent" What would you do if the past showed up on your doorstep? Allison Buccola’s "The Ascent" is a nerve-rattling thriller about cult secrets, motherhood, and the truths we think we know about our families.

Meet the star of the story in real life! 🐾 Children’s author Blair Braverman is coming to BHB on Oct. 22nd to celebrate her debut picture book, "The Day Leap Soared", inspired by her real-life sled dogs! #authorevent #booksky💙📚

When your bookstore owner is best friends with authors… you get to celebrate incredible books and amazing friendships! 📚❤️ Sam is besties with Greta Kelly, author of "The Frozen Crown", and Hannah Morrissey, author of the Black Harbor series, and she can’t get enough of their books.

Join us at BHB on Oct 10th at 6:30PM to celebrate the 6th & final installment of the Shady Hollow series, “Mockingbird Court”, with the incredible writing duo Juneau Black. Meet the minds behind the cozy, quirky, and delightfully twisted world of Shady Hollow. #authorevent #juneaublack