Peninsula Events

Join Books Inc. Palo Alto for the launch party of New York Times bestselling author Yangsze Choo's newest novel The Fox Wife!

Some people think foxes are similar to ghosts because we go around collecting qi, but nothing could be further than the truth. We are living creatures, just like you, only usually better looking . . .

Books Inc. Palo Alto proudly welcomes Eric Stone to the shop for a celebration of his book, a "blueprint for improving workplace life and efficiency" (kirkus), Jump Start Your Workplace Culture!

How do certain businesses keep their employees engaged and avoid burnout through even the most challenging times?

How can they continue to provide memorable customer experiences no matter what obstacles appear in their way?

Books Inc. Mountain View proudly welcomes local author Roger Rapoport to the shop for a celebration of his book Searching for Patty Hearst! 

Book lovers ages 8-12 meet every month to discuss a particular title. Runs for about an hour, usually involves a craft or at least doodling. No snacks yet.

This month we're reading  Black Bird Blue Road!

In this historical fantasy novel from Sydney Taylor Honor winner and National Jewish Book Award finalist Sofiya Pasternack, Ziva will do anything to save her twin brother, Pesah, from his illness—even face the Angel of Death himself.

Books Inc. Palo Alto proudly welcomes Miriam Landis to the shop for a celebration of her book Lauren in the Limelight!

Miriam will be in conversation with Kristine Elliott.

Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Gugelethu Ballet Project.

Join Books Inc. Palo Alto in welcoming author Pamela Adler and her tripawed pup to the shop for a celebration of her book Maddy & Mia Tripaw Tales!

The family poodle has a litter of puppies, and Maddy's parents say that she can choose one for her very own. Maddy instantly falls in love with the runt of the litter, who was born with only three legs.

Books Inc. Mountain View proudly presents Brian Simpson for a reading from his thrilling book Alex Archer: Town Secrets! 

Alex is a newly retired Air Force pilot who is excited about his post-retirement life. Eager to get back to his hometown, he hits the road as soon as he drops his retirement papers. Amid the fun of reconnecting with family and old friends, it becomes clear to Alex that something bad is happening in Patrician, Florida.

The Speculative Fiction Book Club focuses on science fiction, fantasy, and tales of alternate social realities. Picks include classics, contemporary, and young adult. Each meeting starts with a check-in period when attendees get a chance to summarize their feelings and rate the book at hand. Followed by free-for-all general discussion. We have an established group of regular participants, and always welcome new members. 

This month we're reading The Measure by Nikki Erlick!

The Speculative Fiction Book Club focuses on science fiction, fantasy, and tales of alternate social realities. Picks include classics, contemporary, and young adult. Each meeting starts with a check-in period when attendees get a chance to summarize their feelings and rate the book at hand. Followed by free-for-all general discussion. We have an established group of regular participants, and always welcome new members. 

The Speculative Fiction Book Club focuses on science fiction, fantasy, and tales of alternate social realities. Picks include classics, contemporary, and young adult. Each meeting starts with a check-in period when attendees get a chance to summarize their feelings and rate the book at hand. Followed by free-for-all general discussion. We have an established group of regular participants, and always welcome new members.