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Falling For February Reads

Indie Author of the Week!

T.M. Lore



T.M. Lore writes dark thrillers with enough twists to throw your neck out and enough emotional damage to keep your therapist employed. If you like morally gray characters, jaw-dropping turns, and yelling “WHAT?!” at your book at 2 a.m, you would love their work. When not plotting fictional mayhem, T.M. can be found avoiding small talk, befriending crows, or pretending to be normal in public. T.M. Lore writes dark and twisty things for adult audiences.














 







Holistic Fair February 7, noon to 5 PM - Shepherdsville Location

Step into a world of inspiration and well-being at our eagerly anticipated Holistic Fair.  Whether you’re a seasoned seeker or simply curious about holistic health, this event promises an enriching experience for all. Mark your calendar, invite your friends, and join our community as we celebrate the many pathways to personal harmony and vitality.


Imagine a space where curiosity meets expertise, and where the journey to wellness begins with a single step. The Holistic Fair is designed to be that space—a welcoming environment where individuals from all walks of life can explore, learn, and sample a diverse range of holistic services offered by expert vendors.


Remember to put wellness at the top of your list through the holiday season.

















Meet S Lee Davis at our Lagrange location during an Ink Happens Signing Event - February 7th, from noon till 4 PM. 


Join our Ink Happens Signing event with S. Lee Davis. She will be introducing her newest book, Pine Mountain.













Join us for our next meeting of The Reading Room Book Club:

February 15th from 1pm to 3pm in our Lagrange location 




The Reading Room is a relaxed, come-as-you-are book club for people who love stories and good conversation. Your $10 monthly membership includes access to all Reading Room meetings, a drink at each gathering, and 10% off the selected book.


There’s no pressure to finish the book. Read all of it, part of it, or just come for the discussion. This is a welcoming space for readers who want connection, conversation, and a reason to slow down.


Books are selected in advance and available for perchance in-store. Come for the book. Stay for the conversation.












Book Signing Event with Carol Preflatish

February 14th from noon to 4pm



Step into the heart of suspense and adventure with Carol, the celebrated creator of the beloved Coyote Canyon Mysteries Series! We’re delighted to invite you to a special book signing event, where fans old and new can meet the author, immerse themselves in the world of Coyote Canyon, and discover the secrets behind the stories.







Ink Happens Signing Event with Mailyn Barr

February 21st from noon to 4pm




Award-winning romance author Marilyn Barr will be offering the first two books of her Pearl Clutchers horror romance series. She will also be offering special addition hardcover copies that are not available online.

Marilyn loves to write monstrous characters with hearts of gold. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to snag one of her entertaining novels during the month of love.






The Tea House in our LaGrange Location is open Wednesday through Saturday from 11 AM - 4 PM.


Closed the last 2 weeks of January.


These hours are different from our bookstore hours.  


Stop in and visit.  






We will operate under a new “winter schedule” January and February, effective starting December 28.


This schedule does not affect The Tea House hours.




LaGrange hours:

  • Sunday: 12-3

  • Monday: Closed

  • Tuesday-Thursday: 11-4

  • Friday-Saturday: 11-5


Shepherdsville hours:

  • Sunday: 12-3

  • Monday-Tuesday: Closed

  • Wednesday-Thursday: 11-4

  • Friday-Saturday: 11-5



 

Other News



Ink Happens Signing event happening January 31st with Stephen Zimmer has been postponed for March 7th, 2026.


We are not hosting a holistic fair in January 2026. Beginning February, we will host the holistic fairs the first Saturday of each month. Please stay tuned for this and other exciting events!


What types of events would you like to see us host in 2026?  Please email Velena@ftgub.com with your recommendations or talk to our cashier when you are in either store!  We’d love to hear your ideas.


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