THE CURSED QUEEN'S DAUGHTER BY ELLY BLAKE
We're so proud to have been the host for the launch of The Cursed Queen's Daughter, the second book in Elly Blake's Thirstwood series. This is a companion book to The Forest King's Daughter—a connected story that can also be read on its own. We highly suggest this to fantasy readers (and romantasy readers!) who also want to read something by a local author—Elly is in Harrow!
What a great night it was! We have all of Elly's Frostblood saga and Thirstwood series books in stock. We're also offering the hardcover of book one, The Forest King's Daughter, at paperback price! If you haven't read book one yet and want to start there, now is a great time to pick up matching hardcovers and save a bit of money. (We do also have book one in paperback, if you prefer that!)
Plus, did you know that Heated Rivalry was a book first? And that the author (Rachel Reid) is Canadian? We have the books in stock, so visit us to get yours now—and enjoy the perfect read for Valentine's Day. 
SAVE THE DATE: SUNDAY FEB 22ND, 2PM-4PM
For our February book club meet up, we've chosen Code Noir by Canisia Lubrin! This month's is a special event in partnership with the Amherstburg Freedom Museum, and the discussion will connect to Black History Month. We are celebrating Black poetry, art, and literature, with special guest readings and art on display.
If you'd like to join us for this discussion, we'll be meeting on Sunday, Feb. 22nd at 2PM at the Amherstburg Freedom Museum this time. The books are 15% off for members. If you'd like the join the club to receive the discount, just email us at any time or visit us in store.
WILL YOU BE MY VALENTINE STORY TIME
ThisSunday we celebrate the LOVE of reading at River Bookshop. Bring your littles to share some Valentine stories with us at 11AM on February 15th in the Children's Nook for Sunday Story Time.
Valentine's chocolate, sweets, and cards are just fine—but reading with you is a favourite of mine! See you Sunday at 11AM.
WHAT MAKE AMHERSTBURG GREAT: À LA MODE
It’s definitely not an ice cream shop! As per the French dictionary à la Mode means “in fashion .. stylish,” and for 26 years Natalia
and her team have offered the very latest in women’s fashions at her shop on Richmond Street.
When COVID hit, Natalia had to close her shop, but did something that is paying dividends to this day: she created a Facebook series (facebook.com/
Amherstburg is fortunate that À la Mode has been a successful local shop, because shopping local is very good for our community. Shopping local strengthens a community by keeping money circulating within the local economy, as approximately $0.68 of every dollar spent stays in the community. Local businesses create jobs and foster a unique community character.
Local shops definitely help make Amherstburg great. Over the course of this series we will introduce you to fourteen local businesses. We hope you support them, because …
SNEAK PEAK FOR WMAG IN NEXT BUZZ
Next week we are going to visit Christ Church—Amherstburg’s oldest active church, which is steeped in the long history of Amherstburg.
EVELYN'S CHOCOLATE DIPPED STRAWBERRIES
Made fresh and dipped in your choice of Classic Milk Chocolate, Rich Dark Chocolate, or our indulgent Dubai Chocolate. Pre-order now to reserve yours or stop by the shop to pick up some while supplies last. Pick up February 13th or 14th.
So much to see and do in Amherstburg!
We hope to see you downtown this weekend.
The River Bookshop Team