Storytime with Charlotte Cheng
Sunday, August 9 at 10:30am

Join us for a special Sunday storytime with local author-illustrator Charlotte Cheng as she shares her sweet new picture book, Ama’s Purse.

A young girl is just where she wants to be, next to her grandma in the back seat of the car as her family heads out on a day trip. She knows there are always delightful surprises inside Ama’s purse. Sure enough, out come all sorts of special items, one after another as the trip continues: a compact that frees a powder-white moon rabbit, tarnished coins that smell of island blooms, buddha beads that chime together like bells and drums. And best of all, a worn book of photos that brings cherished memories circling around them all.

Inspired by the author’s own grandmothers, this heartwarming story bursts with love for home and family.

To the Moon and Back: Love Across Eons and Galaxies
YA Fantasy Author Panel with T.A. Chan, Samantha Chong, and S.G. Prince
Friday, August 14 at 6:00pm

We’re excited to welcome three fantastic YA fantasy authors for a panel discussion, To the Moon and Back: Love Across Eons and Galaxies. They’ll discuss why we find love–romantic, familial, platonic, and more–so compelling in storytelling. After their discussion, we’ll have a space-and-literature themed trivia game (with prizes), a simple craft, and book signing.

Our author panelists for the evening are:

• T.A. Chan, author of The Celestial Seas
• Samantha Chong, author of Prodigal Tiger
• S.G. Prince, author of If All the Stars Go Dark

Storytime with Claire Wrenn Bobrow
Sunday, August 16 at 10:30am

We’re excited to welcome local author Claire Wrenn Bobrow back for Sunday storytime as she shares her fascinating new picture book biography, Cowboys at the Ballet: The Story of Choreographer Agnes de Mille.

Cowboys at the Ballet is a spirited picture book about the epic struggle and dramatic breakthrough of Agnes de Mille, the legendary choreographer of Oklahoma! and Carousel whose work changed the course of Broadway history.

In a dusty California town, Agnes de Mille dreams of becoming a dancer. She gallops to New York, then London, performing a show here, a dance there, combining old steps with new. But no one knows what to make of Agnes. She’s not a ballet dancer or a modern dancer or a folk dancer. So what is she? Then one summer she attends a rodeo, where the cowboys’ powerful and unbridled movements transform her life—and the history of dance—forever.

Storytime with Alison Kim
Sunday, August 23 at 10:30am

Join us for a special Sunday storytime with local-author Alison Kim as she shares her adorable new picture book, The Art of How Dogs Sleep.

Did you know there is an art to how dogs sleep? Discover the hilarious ways dogs sleep in this playful and irresistible debut picture book!

Dogs can fall asleep at any time: right after breakfast, in the afternoon, or in the evening. But how do they do it? Let’s pay attention closely, as there are quite a few details to observe, such as finding and preparing the perfect spot, stretching each toe bean eeeextra wide, and breathing long and slow.

Subtly inviting the reader to slow down and be mindful, this charming picture book ​with its wide cast of adorable dogs explores their secret and slumbery world and invites you, too, to curl up, close your eyes, and drift off to sleep.

Storytime with Jerrold Connors
Sunday, August 30 at 10:30am

We’re excited to welcome local author-illustrator Jerrold Connors back for Sunday storytime as he shares his hilarious new picture book, STAMPEDE!

Jasper and Cleo are two little cows who should be taking a nap, but…  

“It's hot and my legs are wiggly,” said Jasper.
“The grass is itchy and my tail is twitchy,” said Cleo.

When a bite from a hungry horsefly causes the other cows in their herd to stampede, Jasper and Cleo are more than happy to join in on the fun! From scaring cowboys in the desert to causing chaos in the rainforest, the clever calves become true globetrotters. When their traveling goes from exciting to exhausting, will they be able to stop the herd in time to make it home for a much-needed nap? 

Middle Grade Book Club: The Missing Magic of Sparrow Xia
Sunday, August 30 at 4pm

It’s the next meeting of our middle grade book club for ages 9+! Led by bookseller extraordinaire Lorilee, we hope to introduce interested readers to amazing new books and the opportunity to talk about them in a fun, relaxed group setting.

This month’s book is The Missing Magic of Sparrow Xia by Leia Ham, an unforgettable magical school story set in a world where kids have magic but adults don’t. Please email [email protected] to RSVP. 

To Sparrow Xia, power feels like fire; red-hot sparks dancing along her fingertips, or the blazing flames her brother wields. In a world where kids have magic and adults don’t, being a super-rare fire mage should give her the edge she needs to make the most of her magical years. But Sparrow feels like a fraud—for all its rarity, her fire-magic is so weak she can barely conjure more than a match flame. Starting school at Zenith Academy for Magical Development is her one chance to finally strengthen her magic—to turn her pitiful match flame into something powerful. Something special.

While Sparrow battles to master her talents, a strange illness begins to seep into the school, draining students of their magic. When Sparrow and her new friends are drawn into the search for a cure, they’ll soon find that when magic means everything, some people will go to terrifying lengths to try to keep it...

Upcoming Meetings

• Sunday, September 27 at 4pm: Bunns Rabbit by Alan Barillaro

Book Launch with James Ponti
Thursday, September 10 at 6pm

We’re incredibly excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author James Ponti to celebrate the launch of his new novel, The Sherlock Society: Art Attack. James will be in conversation with Misa Sugiura, author of the Momo Arashima series. Attendees must purchase a copy of one of The Sherlock Society books from Linden Tree in order to join the signing line at the event.

The Sherlock Society’s latest case is tracking down stealth graffiti artist Funky Munky—well-known for their artistic statements calling out local politicians—on behalf of a developer who wants them to create a mural for a new hotel. Their investigation leads Alex, Zoe, Lina, and Yadi deep into the very colorful south Florida art scene.

But finding someone who doesn’t want to be found is challenging, and it doesn’t help that Miami Art Week is coming up, bringing lots of attention—and lots of new artists—to the area. The Sherlock Society’s best bet is an elaborate sting operation, which involves them picking up spray cans themselves. Can they trap their quarry without exposing themselves?

Book Launch with Mike Chen
In conversation with Randy Ribay
Saturday, September 12 at 6pm

We’re excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author Mike Chen to celebrate the launch of his latest YA fantasy, Of Sorcery and Science. Mike will be in conversation with award-winning author, Randy Ribay.

Storytime with Jasmine Fang
Sunday, September 13 at 10:30am

Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with a special Sunday storytime, featuring local author Jasmine Fang as she shares her debut picture book, Beneath the Same Round Moon.

Pearl is eager to welcome loved ones to her house for the traditional Mooncake Festival dinner. But her family is spread far and wide, and this year they won't be able to travel to reunite over the special dinner. Her big sister is away at college, her dad is working as an airline pilot, and her grandfather, Yéye, has passed away. Will it still be a special day with only Pearl, her mother, and her grandma?

When NǎiNai arrives with baskets of ingredients, the three generations work diligently to cook dinner, bake mooncakes, and make lanterns, with each element reminding Pearl of the people she misses. On the night of the Mooncake Festival, they need to be creative in how they celebrate as a family, showing Pearl that no matter where they are, her family is still connected beneath the same round moon.

Book Launch with Raina Telgemeier and Gale Galligan
at Gunn High School’s Spangenberg Theater
Sunday, September 13 at 4pm
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Linden Tree Books is excited to host bestselling authors Raina Telgemeier and Gale Galligan for the launch of The Baby-Sitters Club Super Special graphic novel, Baby-Sitters on Board! Buy tickets now »

​Join us for an hour-long conversation with Raina and Gale as they discuss their team-up and return to The Baby-Sitters Club. At the end of their conversation, there will be time for audience Q&A, followed by an opportunity to take photos with Raina & Gale. They will not be signing books at the event.

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Each ticket includes a copy of Baby-Sitters on Board, with a bookplate signed by both Raina and Gale. Additional copies of The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels, as well as Raina and Gale’s other books, will be available for sale at the event.

​This event will be held at Gunn High School's Spangenberg Theater at 780 Arastradero Road in Palo Alto, CA. Buy tickets now »

Outdoor Storytimes
Sundays at 10:30am

Join us every Sunday morning at 10:30am in front of the store as one of our booksellers (or perhaps a local author) shares some of their favorite read-alouds. (Grab a tasty treat from our neighbors at Manresa Bread while your kids enjoy the stories!) All storytimes feature picture books and are appropriate for all ages.