The Bookstore Plus

Bookseller Maggie recently read WUTHERING HEIGHTS by Emily Brontë!

"A haunting story filled with love, revenge, and hate. Catherine and Heathcliff fall in love, and their relationship ruins the lives of everyone around them. A captivating tale of generational trauma and obsessive nature."

Go in blind this Valentine’s Day!

Saturday, February 14, get a free blind date with any purchase! *while supplies last*

Have you heard about the new romance novels by 831 Stories? A new independent publisher that is quickly becoming a favorite amongst our staff! From their unique look to their immersive stories, each story in the collection is bound to find its way into the hands of any type of reader!

Our book seller, Elisa, made her New Year's resolution to read 1 book by every author in our classics section! To kick it off, she's currently reading WATERSHIP DOWN by Richard Adams! What's your New Year's reading resolution?!

On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 7:00 p.m., we will talk with Christina Baker Kline and Anne Burt, via Zoom, to discuss their novel, PLEASE DON'T LIE.

Join us in the children's section of the store OR email thebookstoreplus@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

Join us for a night at The Bookstore Plus with romance author, Jordyn Taylor, for an inclusive singles' mingle! Ticket price includes the book, SEE YOU AT THE SUMMIT by Jordyn Taylor & snacks! Hex and Hop Brewery will be joining us for your beverage purchases! *ages 21+
See our website for more info

Happy New Year! We’re looking forward to another year of great reading, creating, friendships, and new experiences!

Did you hear the news? Taylor's an audiobook girlie just like us!

GOD OF THE WOODS by Liz Moore is selling out fast, but there's still the gift of audiobooks through @libro.fm!

Get into the holiday spirit, one page at a time!

The Bookstore Plus is pleased to host author Sandra Weber for a book signing event on Local Shopping Day, Tuesday, December 9, from 4 PM - 6 PM to autograph copies of her book, "JOHN BROWN IN NEW YORK."

Our bookseller, Loree, recently read and loved "THE MONA LISA VANISHES" by Nicholas Day, a nonfiction witty thriller! "The Mona Lisa has a backstory... and this is it. True storytelling at its absolute best! You'll love it!"

Celebrate Small Business Saturday with us, author Sue Steinhardt, and Phil the Dog! By choosing to shop local, you are helping our community THRIVE!

Our bookseller, Elisa, is currently listening to THE EVERLASTING by Alex E. Harrow! You can get your copy by stopping in the store or shopping on our website, or listen through libro.fm!

Local Shopping Day is Dec 9th!

We will be offering complimentary gift wrapping and 20% discount on your purchase* OR you can donate your 20% savings to the Lake Placid Thrive & Thrift.

*discount is valid on in-stock items only. Not valid on prior purchases, special orders, or gift card purchases.

The Bookstore Plus and The Lake Placid Public Library are pleased to host author, Layne Fargo, for a book signing and conversation with ESPN.com NBA deputy editor Adam Reisinger, on Friday, November 14, 2025 from 2-4 PM at The Lake Placid Public Library to discuss her novel, “The Favorites”.

Did you hear the news?! The newest installment of DOG MAN: BIG JIM BELIEVES, releases November 11, 2025!

Preorder your copy today in-store or on our website and receive an exclusive color assorted dog man pen with purchase! *while supplies last*

Link here: thebookstoreplus.com/item/sHLPL3D...

Have you seen @katemessner.com's newest release?! WILDLIFE RESCUE, a chapter book series about a family dedicated to rescuing animals, is out now! Stop in the store or shop our website to get yours today!

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 7:00 P.M. we will talk with Amanda Bellows, via Zoom, to discuss Explorers: A New History of America in Ten Expeditions. Join us in the children's section of the store OR email thebookstoreplus@gmail.com for the Zoom link.

We had a special surprise recently! We got to chat with the wonderful author, Michael Wehunt! His book, THE OCTOBER FILM HAUNT, a perfect book for spooky season, is signed and available on shelves now!

Staff pick Saturday! Bookstore owner Marc recently read and LOVED Jess Walter's newest novel, SO FAR GONE.

ABOUT THE BOOK| "A reclusive journalist is suddenly thrown into a wild, suspenseful journey to rescue his kidnapped grandchildren."

Lynn Painter's newest book, FAKE SKATING, is on our shelves! Get crafty with a DIY bow bookmark that's as swoonworthy as your favorite rom-com trope! 🎀

ATTENTION LOCAL BOOKCLUBS! DID YOU KNOW?! We offer 10% off paperbacks and 20% off hardcovers for your members. To get the discount, let us know when you are checking out that you are buying for your book club.

Let us know what your group is reading & we can have the books available in the store

We are pleased to host author Joan O’Leary with The Innovation Hub at Northwood School for a book signing and conversation with Amy Spicer on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 6-8 PM at The Innovation Hub to discuss her novel, “A Killer Wedding”.

Registration for the event: luma.com/84gbpuki

Stop by The Bookstore Plus, September 15, to take part in the celebrations on DOT DAY! Stop by today to “MAKE YOUR MARK” on our storefront window and sidewalk!

Copies of "THE DOT" and "ISH" by Peter Reynolds are available in store or online on our website!

Elisa's newest staff pick is THE HOUNDING by Xenobe Purvis.

She describes it as "a haunting tale that takes place in a small English village in the 18th century. The village is convinced that a family of 5 sisters turn into dogs!"

Grab your copy in store or on our website at thebookstoreplus.com

The Bookstore Plus is pleased to host author and illustrator, Caitlin Friebel, for a book signing event on Saturday, August 30th, from 3-5 PM to autograph copies of her book "OCTOBER IS HAVING A PARTY”.

We had a special surprise the other day. We met the wonderful children's author, Andrea Beaty! Thanks so much for stopping in to see us! You can find her children's books, IGGY PECK AND THE MYSTERIOUS MANSION, SOFIA VALDEZ AND THE VANISHING VOTE, and more in our children's section of the store.

Diego Fuego was spotted in the wild by Katie Mazeika @kdmaz.bsky.social at The Bookstore Plus @bookstoreplus.bsky.social in Lake Placid, NY! Thank you for sharing Katie!!! @phonemova.bsky.social

On Tuesday, September 2nd, at 7:00 P.M. we will talk with Kate Messner, in person, to discuss her New York Times and USA Today bestseller and the number one Kid's Indie Next Pick for May/June, TROUBLE WITH HEROES!

@katemessner.com

GIVEAWAY! When you buy 3 or more PENGUIN CLASSIC title's you will also receive a Penguin Classic tote bag! You can find the Penguin Classic titles in our Classic and Philosophy section! **while supplies last**