Dear Reader,

The best part of being part of such a wonderful community is that we help each other. You, Dear Readers, have been instrumental in our donation campaign, the Round It Up program. With every purchase you make you have the option to donate up to the nearest dollar (or more). What seems like a small amount becomes a large amount over time. Whether we're a community of readers, a community of Whatcom residents, or a community of independent business supporters, we thank you for supporting local charities dear to us when you shop. On pages 7-8 you can read more about the non-profits we donate to and how another program is shutting down due to what they consider "not enough funds to make a difference".

The beginning of a year always brings new books and the excitement of author visits. We are starting the year off with Mac Barnett and Christian Robinson in March (page 63) then Rainn Wilson (aka Dwight Schrute III, aka beet farmer) will be visiting us at Mount Baker Theatre on May 5th to celebrate his book Soul Boom! The following day Peter Wohlleben, author of The Hidden Life of Trees: What They Feel, How They Communicate will be in conversation with Thor Hanson—both dynamic and superbly fascinating scientists.

It is the year of the rabbit. So as you hop your way through The Chuckanut Reader you will see all the great new books, activities, and fun that awaits us this spring. As always, we are here to help you with our reading recommendations and gift giving solutions. Thank you for being our neighbor.

– Kelly, Paul, Sarah and the Entire Village Books and Paper Dreams Family

In This Issue...

The Chuckanut Reader • Spring 2023

Publisher: Village Books and Paper Dreams

Production & Design: Kelly Carbert

Contributors: Kiana Allen, Anna Brown, Bee Cabezas, Kendra Calitri, Kelly Carbert, Erin Chervenock, Kelly Evert, Paul Hanson, Chloe Hovind, Sarah Hutton, Troy Luginbill, Claire McElroy Laura Miller, Jessica Moreland, Maddie Musquiz, Laura Picco, Sophie Richmond

Cover: With spring comes a huge variety of author events you don't want to miss. Meanwhile, check out the beautiful home decor available in Paper Dreams.

Content except art & book covers ©Village Books 2023

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