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Blue Willow Bookshop
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West Houston's favorite bookshop. Can we say that? Opinionated service and fantastic author events since 1996.
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Blue Willow Bookshop @bluewillowbooks.bsky.social · Nov 13
Hey, friends. We're an independent bookshop in Houston, Texas, and we're happy to be here.

We've got pizzazz. We've got great book recommendations and fantastic author events. We'll hold your baby while you browse.

Come on by. We can't wait to welcome you. bluewillowbookshop.com
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Friendly reminder that the bookshop will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, November 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday!

We'll be back for regular hours on Friday, and then it's time for that celebration of local gems, Small Business Saturday.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday, friends! 🧡
A photo of the façade of an indie bookstore with text overlay that reads, "We'll be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday"
November 26, 2025 at 5:05 PM
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We're thankful for good friends and good books. 🧡
A photo of a faceout display of Thanksgiving and seasonal picture books in the children's section of a bookshop. Behind the display are wooden shelves full of colorful picture books. At the end of each shelf, a picture book is displayed face out alongside a plush toy of one of the book's characters. On top of the shelves, children's puzzles are displayed.
November 26, 2025 at 3:04 PM
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✨Holiday Donation Drive!✨

This holiday season, help us provide visitors to the Tuberculosis Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital with a new book and a new pair of socks! 🧦📚

The drive will run through Dec. 12. Please visit our website for all the details: buff.ly/4eXFsLK
A blue graphic promotes Blue Willow's upcoming Holiday Donation Drive. It reads: "Books & Socks Holiday Donation Drive! This holiday season, help us provide visitors to the Tuberculosis Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital with a new book and a new pair of socks! HOW TO HELP: From November 3 to December 12, stop by the bookshop to purchase books for children of all ages, from board books to books for teens. Out of town? Purchase a gift card, and we will shop for you! You can also drop off new socks-ankle socks are best—in any size, from baby to adult."
November 25, 2025 at 8:04 PM
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Audiobook sale! 😍

Now through December 1, shop hundreds of bestselling audiobooks on sale through @libro.fm!

You can stock up for yourself or give audiobooks as gifts. Shop the sale now, friends: buff.ly/bec97m5
A navy graphic reads "Libro.fm's Shop Small Sale." There is a small pink starburst element with the phrase "Support our bookshop!" inside. Below the text, there are three rows of audiobook book covers.
November 25, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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Come pick up a book to enjoy on your holiday, friends! 💙
The interior of a small bookshop. Directly ahead, there is a display of face-out new releases in front of the wooden check-out desk. Behind the desk is a wooden hutch which holds more books. To the sides, full, colorful bookshelves extend along both walls.
November 25, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Dear local book clubs,

Did you know that you can register your book club with us? Your members will receive 15% off your book club picks when they buy them from us! ✨

Stop by or give us a call to register your group!
Inside a bookshop, a wooden table holds three tiers of faced out books. At the top of the table, there is a flier that lists the days and times of the bookshop's book club meetings.
November 24, 2025 at 9:02 PM
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Holiday gatherings are fast approaching and gift-shopping season has begun!

Here, we share a few cookbook highlights from 2025. Use them for menu inspiration, or have us wrap one up for the foodies in your life.

Here's to a joyful and delicious holiday season! buff.ly/kvIf9pN
A yellow graphic titled, "Blue Willow Recommends Cookbooks to Gift," a collection of 7 cookbooks and 1 novel book with recipes. The books' covers are displayed across three rows.
November 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Small Business Saturday is THIS weekend, November 29! 😍 Join us for...

🫶 Personalized book recommendations
📚 Our annual "Best Books" display
🎧 @libro.fm audiobook sale
💙 Community
🍷 Afternoon drinks
💌 Gratitude jar at checkout

Can't wait to see you there, friends! buff.ly/MO4RCK5
A teal graphic highlighting Small Business Saturday at Blue Willow Bookshop. It reads, "Join us for Small Business Saturday! November 29. Book displays, Libro.fm audiobook sale, Personalized book recs, Gratitude jar at checkout, Afternoon drinks. See you there!" On the right, there are three photos: one of the bookstore's façade, one of the bookshelves, and one of the staff.
November 24, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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Ask and you shall receive... we have a bumper selection of Advent calendars in the bookshop! ✨

From Wicked to Bibliophile to classics, we have some delightful, unique Advent calendars for you to browse.
In the foreground, there is a dark green and gold Wicked movie-themed Advent calendar. It reads, "Premium Advent Calendar. Contains 12 days of exclusive gifts." In the background, there is a colorful bookshop. Nine different Advent calendars and seasonal plush toys are displayed on a wooden table inside a bookshop.
November 24, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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Get started on your holiday shopping with @libro.fm audiobooks! 😍

You can select the number of audiobook credits, or the audiobooks you want to gift, and schedule delivery in advance. Your future self will thank you.

Every purchase supports our store! buff.ly/4IcgW5W
A pink graphic branded with the Libro.fm logo features a drawing of an orange cat in a red winter hat looking down at a small bird. They are surrounded by a hearth with a fire, wrapped books and a wrapped gift, a cup of tea, headphones, and a lit candle. The heading of the graphic reads, "audiobooks that give back."
November 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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Did you know that we have a Teen Advisory Board?

This group of thoughtful, local teen readers selects the books for our YA subscription program, "Another Shade of Blue"— chosen by teens for all YA readers. 🔥

You can learn more here!
A blue bookshop t-shirt, four reading themed stickers, a Texas-shaped magnet, and a book wrapped in brown paper are arranged on a wooden floor.
November 23, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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Friendly reminder that the bookshop will be closed this Thursday, 11/27, for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Swing by to pick up a new book to enjoy over the break! We also have holiday reads to share with your little turkeys. 🧡

No storytime this week, but the fun will be back next week!
A photo of the façade of an indie bookstore with text overlay that reads, "We'll be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday"
November 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Have you browsed our Best Books of 2025 yet? 😍

We hope these recommendations help guide you toward your next great read—or gift. Read our reviews here! buff.ly/5c6qlh5
A cream graphic featuring Blue Willow Bookshop's "Best Books of 2025," a collection of 39 books. The books' covers are displayed across six rows, and grouped by picture books, middle grade novels, young adult novels, adult fiction, and nonfiction.
November 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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✨HOUSTON BOOKSTORE MAP!✨

Small Business Saturday is November 29!

We look forward to seeing you, friends! buff.ly/MO4RCK5
A map of Houston-area independent bookstores. The teal graphic is titled "2025 Houston-area Bookstore Map." Beneath the title is a map of the greater Houston area and Galveston. The locations of 26 bookstores are noted on the map with a pin icon, all of which are labeled with the names of the stores. The bottom of the graphic reads, "Visit us on Small Business Saturday, November 29."
November 22, 2025 at 6:08 PM
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Well, hello there. 💛🍂
The wooden front door of a bookshop is decorated with a fall wreath. The door is slightly open, revealing the interior of a cozy bookshop.
November 22, 2025 at 4:09 PM
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Today! Don't miss our event with JeriLynne Clifford, AKA the Hill Country Bon Vivant.

We'll be celebrating her new cookbook, THE VINEYARD TABLE: Cooking, Wine & Stories of Hospitality, with 80+ recipes, wine pairings, and more!

See you soon, friends! buff.ly/Poc5K0D
A dusky red graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with JeriLynne Clifford, The Hill Country Bon Vivant, on Saturday, November 22 at 4:00pm CT. There is a headshot of Clifford and a photo of her cookbook, The Vineyard Table: Cooking, Wine, and Stories of Hospitality. RSVP free to attend and reserve your book at bluewillowbookshop.com!
November 22, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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✨Holiday Donation Drive!✨

This holiday season, help us provide visitors to the Tuberculosis Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital with a new book and a new pair of socks! 🧦📚

The drive will run through Dec. 12. Please visit our website for all the details: buff.ly/v2w8Egg
A blue graphic promotes Blue Willow's upcoming Holiday Donation Drive. It reads: "Books & Socks Holiday Donation Drive! This holiday season, help us provide visitors to the Tuberculosis Clinic at Texas Children's Hospital with a new book and a new pair of socks! HOW TO HELP: From November 3 to December 12, stop by the bookshop to purchase books for children of all ages, from board books to books for teens. Out of town? Purchase a gift card, and we will shop for you! You can also drop off new socks-ankle socks are best—in any size, from baby to adult."
November 21, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Tomorrow! Join us for an event with JeriLynne Clifford, AKA the Hill Country Bon Vivant.

We'll be celebrating her new cookbook, THE VINEYARD TABLE: Cooking, Wine & Stories of Hospitality, with 80+ recipes, wine pairings, and more!

See you there, friends! buff.ly/Poc5K0D
A dusky red graphic promoting Blue Willow Bookshop's event with JeriLynne Clifford, The Hill Country Bon Vivant, on Saturday, November 22 at 4:00pm CT. There is a headshot of Clifford and a photo of her cookbook, The Vineyard Table: Cooking, Wine, and Stories of Hospitality. RSVP free to attend and reserve your book at bluewillowbookshop.com!
November 21, 2025 at 6:13 PM
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Friday is for new fiction! 🌟
An angled photo of the staff picks and fiction sections of a bookshop. The shelves are wooden and full of colorful books.
November 21, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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You're invited to ✨A Good Yarn Holiday Social!✨

Join us for a fun holiday gathering of our books and yarn club.🍷 We'll be doing a simple white elephant book exchange, so please bring a wrapped new or used book to swap!

We can't wait! All are welcome. RSVP here: buff.ly/FwxprjT
A blue graphic decorated with snowflakes and a graphic of a ball of yarn reads, "You're invited to A Good Yarn Social! Join us at Blue Willow Bookshop on December 11 at 7:00pm. Please bring a wrapped book* for our white elephant gift exchange. You are also welcome to bring yarn or craft supplies to swap with other attendees. *The book may be new or used-just something that you'd like to gift!"
November 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
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The bookshop will be closed next Thursday, November 27 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

Swing by to pick up a new book to enjoy on your holiday! We also have holiday reads to share with your little turkeys. 🧡 We'll miss you during storytime, but the fun will be back the following week!
A photo of the façade of an indie bookstore with text overlay that reads, "We'll be closed Thursday, Nov. 27 for the Thanksgiving Holiday"
November 20, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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We love a good pen, a new journal, and delightful gardening, birding, and lifestyle books. 🌈📘
The lifestyle section of a bookshop. The shelves are wooden and full of journals and other paper goods, colorful pens, and books on topics like gardening, birding, fashion, and other lifestyle topics.
November 20, 2025 at 4:08 PM
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Get in the holiday spirit with festive audiobooks! 😍

Tomorrow, November 20, is the LAST DAY to shop @libro.fm's Festive Audiobook Sale! ❄️

Every purchase supports our bookshop. Shop the sale here: buff.ly/VNu5sig
A green striped graphic reads, "Festive Audiobook Sale." At the bottom of the graphic are three rows of the audiobook covers of festive audiobooks.
November 19, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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We can't wait to see you on Small Business Saturday, November 29! 😍

📚 Our annual "Best Books" display
🎧 @libro.fm audiobook sale
🫶 Personalized book recommendations
💌 Gratitude jar at checkout
💙 Community
🍷 Afternoon drinks

See you there, friends! buff.ly/MO4RCK5
A teal graphic highlighting Small Business Saturday at Blue Willow Bookshop. It reads, "Join us for Small Business Saturday! November 29. Book displays, Libro.fm audiobook sale, Personalized book recs, Gratitude jar at checkout, Afternoon drinks. See you there!" On the right, there are three photos: one of the bookstore's façade, one of the bookshelves, and one of the staff.
November 19, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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There's always something for the curious mind to discover in the nonfiction section. 💡
The nonfiction section of a bookshop. The shelves are wooden and full of colorful books.
November 19, 2025 at 4:04 PM