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Blue Heron Books is more than a bookstore. We are the hub for all things literary in the quaint town of Uxbridge and for its many satellite communities. Established in 1989, the store, located 50 km north east of Toronto, services over 60 area schools and an astounding 27 book clubs. Lucy Maud Montgomery, during her tenure in nearby Leaskdale, belonged to the long standing Hypatia Club which this year celebrates its 100th year anniversary. On staff at Blue Heron are individuals who are knowledgeable and passionate about books including an editor, a teacher, a librarian and a psychology major.
We sell books. We sell a lot of books because books are our bread and butter. But it is our events that distinguish us. During this year’s two month peak season we are hosting some thirty events. From traditional on-site book signings and off-site author readings to a feast for the senses recipe book launch and a multimedia extravaganza targeted on an essentially handpicked audience. Our readers are sophisticated and insatiable. Bring in one Giller prize nominee and they want them all.
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