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If you’ve got a young bookworm in the house—or just want to spark a love of reading—The Kids Bookshop in Leander is a must-visit. This locally owned treasure is all about making books fun, affordable, and accessible for kids of all ages.

After four years of running everything straight out of her garage, owner Ann Kimura has transformed The Kids Bookshop into a beautiful, cozy storefront where families can browse shelves of gently used children’s books instead of digging through boxes. What makes The Kids Bookshop special? Read on for details.

 

If you’ve ever wished your favorite indie bookstore could just show up at your local market, brewery, or boutique event—wish granted. Meet Wandering Pages, the mobile bookstore cruising through the Texas Hill Country and turning ordinary weekends into literary treasure hunts.

Discover more about Wandering Pages and see where this charming mobile bookstore will pop up next.

Summer is a time for exploration, creativity, and new experiences—and what better way to embark on an adventure than through books? Whether kids are relaxing by the pool, curled up in a hammock, or on a road trip, reading keeps their minds engaged and their imaginations soaring. Plus, with so many summer reading programs offering exciting rewards, kids can stay motivated while having fun!

Children’s books are powerful tools for shaping young minds, fostering empathy, and promoting diverse perspectives. Whether you’re a parent building a home library or an educator cultivating inclusivity in the classroom, a thoughtfully curated selection of books can make a lasting impact.

This guide showcases 150 incredible books by 100 authors, highlighting stories that celebrate culture, identity, and belonging.

The City of Bee Cave and the Bee Cave Public Library will host their fourth annual free Books and Bees Festival on April 12 at the Bee Cave Galleria.

As a hub of literacy for children and adults, our Bee Cave Public Library hosts programs year round that serve hundreds of families in the area and beyond. As a Bee City USA affiliate, the City of Bee Cave is dedicated to educating the public and helping conserve this most important insect. Our one-of-a-kind Books & Bees Festival helps accomplish our two missions - share fantastic literature with kids and adults alike, featuring high-profile, bestselling authors – and teach our residents and their kiddos more about bees! We have so many fun activities, entertainment and readings in store, you will not want to miss this FREE event! 

Nestled in the heart of Austin's Brentwood neighborhood, Birdhouse Books and Gifts is a vibrant independent bookstore that opened its doors in September of this year. The store boasts a playful kids' corner brimming with books for readers of all ages and offers author readings, book discussions, and children's story times.

Ever wish a bookstore could just roll into your neighborhood? That’s exactly what Lioness Books does! This awesome mobile bookshop cruises around Texas, bringing a handpicked selection of books right to your doorstep. Think of it as a book truck that offers more than just great reads—it creates community connections by hosting fun pop-up events, book signings, and author meet-ups. Perfect for those who want to dive into new stories and chat with fellow book lovers without ever leaving the neighborhood!

Yay, Cedar Park finally has a children’s bookstore! Two weeks ago, Paper Bark Birch Children's Bookstore opened their doors to young readers to explore their shelves for new adventures, exciting destinations, and fantastic tales from around the world. Read more about this wonderful new addition to Cedar Park.

Today’s featured book, Stronger Than She Thinks by Nancy Kerrigan, reviewed by our reader and local mom Sabrina, is based on a true story about the Olympic figure skater Nancy Kerrigan. 

Attention, parents and gift-givers! It's time to unwrap the joy of the holiday season with this fantastic giveaway! Imagine winning not one, not ten, but a whopping 21 picture books all ready to transport the children in your life to a world of imagination, laughter, and adventure.

This giveaway is a Santa's sleigh-load of joy, ready to deliver smiles and treasured memories under the tree. Get ready to make this holiday season extra special, because these 21 picture books are the gift that keeps on giving, creating cherished memories one page at a time! Read on to enter.

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