#NewReleaseTuesday is here! ✨ Fresh stories are hitting our shelves today, perfect for adding to your fall TBR. Swing by the store until 6 and be the first to snag the newest reads everyone will be talking about. (Or shop online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!) #booksky💙📚

On Saturday, October 18th, shop at Blue House Books in-store or online and support Safe Families for Children of Racine and Kenosha. Mention the code word “Families” at checkout—or add it to the order comments online—and 15% of your purchase will be donated to this incredible organization.

Join us for the final Go Downtown Kenosha Clean-Up of 2025! On Saturday, October 11th, meet at BHB to roll up your sleeves, connect with your neighbors, & help keep downtown Kenosha looking its best. We’ll provide gloves, garbage pickers, & bags. Just dress for the weather and bring your energy!

Join us at Kenosha Tap House for books, brews, nostalgia, and fun, all to support the Kenosha Literacy Council! Think school #bookfair vibes, but with adult money — slap bracelets, games, gifts, and of course BOOKS! Plus, 10% of Blue House Books & Tap House sales go to the Literacy Council.

It’s our #BIRTHDAY! Blue House Books is turning 5 today, and we’re celebrating all day long with our amazing bookish community. Stop by until 6 PM to join the party! When you purchase 5 items (minimum $25), you’ll get a FREE Blue House Books tote bag (while supplies last). #indiebookstore

If you loved “Butcher & Blackbird” by Brynne Weaver, get ready for her next dark and twisty adventure, “Tourist Season”! Preorder through Blue House Books to receive a hardcover copy, a hand-signed bookplate (indie exclusive!), and a character print. #brynneweaver #preordercampaign

🐉✨ Meet & Greet with Silvia Acevedo & Jeff Miracola! ✨🐉 Join us at Blue House Books on Saturday, September 20th from 11 AM – 2 PM to celebrate the release of Silvia Acevedo’s brand-new middle grade fantasy, “Mail-Order Monsters: Crash Course”! #booksky💙📚

Good morning, and happy #NewReleaseTuesday everyone! This line up is STACKED so make sure you scroll through and stop by today or shop online at ShopAtBHB.com! #booksky💙📚

🐾 A sled dog story comes to life at BHB! Join us as we welcome Blair Braverman to celebrate her debut picture book, "The Day Leap Soared". Blair will be in conversation w/ beloved Wisconsin children’s author Pat Zietlow Miller, & the star of the story, Leap the sled dog, will be here too!

It’s time to return to Shady Hollow one last time 🦊✨ Join us at BHB on Friday, October 10th at 6:30 p.m. as we welcome Juneau Black to celebrate "Mockingbird Court", the sixth and final installment in the beloved Shady Hollow series! Get your tickets here: blue-house-books.com/events/35390...

Last Sunday we had some lovely people join us for our meet & greet w/ Ruchira Gupta, celebrating the release of her powerful new middle grade book “The Freedom Seeker”. It was inspiring to see readers connecting w/ Ruchira’s story of courage, justice, and hope. @ruchiragupta.bsky.social #booksky💙📚

Meet the author behind this month’s Good Morning America Book Club Pick! Join us at the Southport Literary Fair on Saturday, October 4th for a full day of books, food, and community, and don’t miss your chance to meet Hayley Gelfuso, author of "The Book of Lost Hours". #booksky💙📚

Dani is currently reading (and currently LOVING) "House of Hearts" by Skyla Arndt, a twisty, romantic gothic murder mystery novel with total Alice in Wonderland vibes (and a secret society called "The Cards". I mean, come on.) #booksky💙📚

Celebrate the release of Jeannee Sacken's newest book, "The Women Who Stand Between", the first in a brand-new suspenseful women’s fiction series. Join us at Blue House Books on Saturday, October 11th, anytime from 11 AM to 2 PM. Meet Jeannee, chat about her books, and get your copies signed!

THE SOUTHPORT LITERARY FAIR SCHEDULE IS OFFICIALLY POSTED! Scroll through to get a preview of the amazing lineup we have for you, & check all the details on our website: www.blue-house-books.com/events/32847... The Southport Literary fair is a celebration of books & stories for all ages!

Today, we remember the lives we lost, the bravery shown, and the strength that carried us forward. We honor their memory, and we will never forget.

New releases part 2! The line up gets better each week, I swear. Come add to your TBR in person or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com! #NewReleaseTuesday on a Thursday!

October 22nd at 7pm at @bluehousebooks.bsky.social join us for - THE GRACEVIEW PATIENT: Caitlin Starling in conversation with Cynthia Pelayo RSVP is required at the link below. www.blue-house-books.com/events/35263...

Preorders are now open for "The Last Wish of Bristol Keats" by Mary E. Pearson! When you order through Blue House Books, you’ll receive: - A signed limited stenciled edge edition - A brass bookmark - Plus, a link to upload your receipt for a chance to win tickets to Romantasy BookCon in LA!

WE’RE EXPANDING! We have taken out a loan with KIVA, an interest-free loan funded by our incredible community. You’ll get your money back over three years, & last time, we raised $15,000 in under 24 hours! Let’s see if we can beat that this time! More information and link in ALT #booksky💙📚

GUYS! The 3rd annual Southport Literary Fair is approaching Oct 4th, 11 AM – 4 PM at Southwest Library! This post, we wanted to feature the amazing vendors that include: #booksky #authorevent #bookishvendors Save the date, and see more info here: blue-house-books.com/events/32847...

Nothing makes our day brighter than pets stopping by, so feel free to bring your companions along next time you visit. Just know they will be getting all the love💙 #booksky #indiebookstore #bookstorekitty

GOOD EVENING and happy #NewReleaseTuesday everybody!!! Check out this incredible line up: #booksky💙📚

BHB is proud to partner with the Kenosha Literacy Council to support their Book Club Project for adult learners! 📚 You can sponsor a book from our registry (use code KLC25 for 20% off & note “For KLC student” at checkout) or send a donation via PayPal to @BlueHouseBooks / [email protected].

Preorder "Heartstrings" by Ali Novak from Blue House Books to receive a signed and personalized copy, plus an exclusive character art sticker! Ali will be visiting Blue House Books before release day on October 7 to sign and personalize preorders. #preorder #heartstrings #booksky

Blue House Books is turning FIVE! 🎂 Join us on Thursday, September 18th, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as we celebrate five incredible years as a brick-and-mortar bookstore in downtown Kenosha. #indiebookstore #birthday #anniversary #booksky #kenosha

Good evening from the residents of the BHB event shelf! This month is stacked with great events. See all of them at shopatbhb.com ! #booksky💙📚

Is your child in 2nd or 3rd grade at Jeffrey or Curtis Strange Elementary Schools? If so, listen up! Caldecott award-winning children's picture book author and illustrator #SophieBlackall is coming to speak to your kids on September 17th!

Meet Wisconsin author Silvia Acevedo & illustrator Jeff Miracola at Blue House Books! Stop by anytime on Sept. 20th from 11–2pm to celebrate the release of "Mail-Order Monsters: Crash Course", a funny and heartfelt middle grade adventure about friendship, forgiveness, and of course -- monsters!

🍻📚 Boozy Bookfair is back! Join us at Kenosha Tap House on Thursday, Sept. 25 from 5–8 PM for a night of books, drinks, and nostalgia, all in support of the Kenosha Literacy Council!🍻 Even better: 10% of all sales from BHB & Kenosha Tap House will be donated to the Kenosha Literacy Council.

Hi everyone! We’re so excited to share that Blue House Books has been nominated for Best Customer Service – Retail in Best of Kenosha 2025! 💙 Voting is open now through September 10th! You can cast one vote per day, per category, with each registered email. kenoshanews.com/exclusive/re...

This #NewReleaseTuesday is PACKED! Hurry in today until 6 to get your new favorite book, or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

Just a reminder! Silent Book Club meets tomorrow, Tuesday, September 2nd, from 6–8 PM at Wolfenbuttle Park (5901 3rd Ave). RSVP here: blue-house-books.com/events/12734...

Join us at the “Daphne Draws Data” children’s event on Tuesday, September 30th at 4 PM for a special storytime and hands-on graphing activity at Blue House Books. Kids will read, explore data, and create their own “data drawings,” blending reading and math in a fun, interactive way. #kidsevent

Join us Saturday, September 6th and Sunday, September 7th in Chicago for the Midwest’s largest free outdoor literary festival! We’ll be bringing a mobile treasure trove of books, with a special spotlight on Chicago & Midwestern authors. #booksky💙📚 #printersrowlitfest

The final group of authors for the 2025 Southport Literary Fair is here! These incredible writers will be at Southwest Library on Saturday, Oct 4th, ready to meet fans, sign books, and dive into fascinating conversations. More information on the event here: www.blue-house-books.com/events/32847...

Celebrate the launch of Brynne Weaver’s highly anticipated "Tourist Season", the first book in her Seasons of Carnage trilogy! Join us Monday, September 22nd at 6:30 PM at Blue House Books for an evening of fun, freebies, and fellow fans. 🩸 #booksky💙📚

Here’s the second batch of amazing authors joining us at the 2025 Southport Literary Fair! These talented writers will be at Southwest Library on Saturday, Oct 4th, ready to meet you, sign books, and share their stories. More information here: www.blue-house-books.com/events/32847... #booksky💙📚

📚Labor Day Hours📚 We will be open from 10 AM – 4 PM on Monday, September 1st! Stop by today to grab your holiday weekend reads! #booksky #kenosha

Guess what! We’re honored to be nominated for Best Customer Service – Retail in the Best of Kenosha 2025! ✨ Voting runs now until September 10th! You can vote once per day, per category with each registered email. Cast your vote here: kenoshanews.com/exclusive/re...

💖✨ Romance readers, this one’s for you! ✨💖 Join us for "The Live-In Temptation" by local author Brighton Walsh on September 3rd at 7 PM! Tickets to the event do not include a book. But if you preorder your copy of "The Live-In Temptation", you’ll receive the exclusive goodies pictured here:

Meet the first batch of authors for the 2025 Southport Literary Fair! These amazing writers will be at Southwest Library on Saturday, Oct 4th, ready to chat, sign books, and share their stories with you. More information here> www.blue-house-books.com/events/32847...

Big names, big flavors, big night! We are beyond thrilled to welcome Justin Burke, queer food activist, award-winning baker, and author of "Potluck Desserts", in conversation with James Schend, former Editor of Taste of Home and one of Kenosha’s own culinary stars! Link in photo description.

Preorder "Tourist Season" by Brynne Weaver! Reserve your copy from Blue House Books and get exclusive goodies: a hand-signed bookplate (indie bookstores only), the hardcover edition, and a character print! Links in the photo description! #booksky💙📚 @brynneweaver.bsky.social

Get signed and personalized copies of all of Ali Novak’s books just in time for season 2 of #MyLifeWithTheWalterBoys from Blue House Books here: www.blue-house-books.com/preorders-ex... #booksky💙📚

#NewRelease… Wednesday? Because there were too many good new titles to fit into yesterday’s post. Today features children and YA books! Come get your new favorite today until 6 or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com!

It’s #NationalDogDay, so we’re showing off the barkers of Blue House Books 🐾 Meet Flash, Buddy, Loki, Cricket, Sookie, Laney, and Ruby, each with their own unique skills and sass. We want to see your fur babies, too! Post them in the comments below!

#NewReleaseTuesday is here — and this batch is so good! Come grab the ones everyone will be talking about. Come in today until 6 or online anytime at ShopAtBHB.com! #booksky💙📚

Blind Date with a Book starts TODAY! From Aug 25–31 only, stop in and take a chance on a mystery read. Each book is wrapped with only a clue to guide you. Upgrade to a Deluxe Package (book + tea + chocolate + bookish goodies) for $40, limited in-store only! #blinddatewithabook #booksky💙📚

💕 Loved "The Grump Next Door"? Then you’ll swoon over Brighton Walsh’s newest romance, "The Live-In Temptation"! 💕 Join us at Blue House Books on Wednesday, September 3rd at 7 p.m. for an exclusive pre-release party with Brighton in conversation with author L.B. Dunbar.