Literacy Abounds with ThanksgivingBACK!
Bookmans has long been a supporter of literacy, and you can help us meet our book donation goals with ThanksgivingBACK! You’ve heard it before – reading is fundamental. That means that literacy is an essential skill that children can build on from early childhood. Literacy…
Let’s Talk About Dr. Seuss
Hello all and to all hello. Let’s talk about a certain Mr. Doctor fellow. We all know him well and of this I’m sure, we all know him as the great, great grandfather of children’s literature. You’ve guessed it, you’ve guessed it right, you’re the…
Spread Kindness with ThanksgivingBACK Books!
Bookmans has long been a supporter of literacy, and you can be too with ThanksgivingBACK! You’ve heard it before – reading is fundamental. That means that literacy is an essential skill that children can build on from early childhood. Literacy helps children develop necessary groundwork…
Bookmans & TFOB Partner for Literacy Connects
In conjunction with the reopening of Bookmans stores in Tucson, Bookmans is partnering with the Tucson Festival of Books for a very special cause – literacy! The Children’s Book Drive gives Bookmans’ customers the option to donate their Bookmans trade credit and/or children’s books to…
Favorite Book & Recommendations at Second Chance Book Fest
I was incredibly disappointed to find out that the Tucson Festival of Books was canceled. It’s the major event that I look forward to the most every single year. As a bibliophile, I love connecting with all my fellow book lovers and over the years…
A History Of The Storyteller
“Let me tell you a story about…” “There once was…” “Once upon a time…” Hearing a sentence starting with any of these words usually means it’s going to be a good story. Maybe one of your favorite fairy tales was about to be told by…
July Events, Big Sales, and Celebrations at Bookmans!
July is the last of the long summer months, and Bookmans wants to make sure that you have plenty of opportunities to beat the heat and have a blast doing it with our July events! We’ve got so many celebrations heading to Bookmans communities in…
The Summer Fun Has Just Begun at Bookmans!
Did you know summer is one of the busiest times of the year at Bookmans? School is out, and we have much more than just air conditioning and a place to bring your couped up children and pets. With summer nearly at its peak and…
How to Make the Most of Tucson Festival of Books
It’s the 10th year of the Tucson Festival of Books it was founded in 2009 to improve Literacy rates in southern Arizona. With that mission in mind, the festival has become a Tucson staple for our rich writing and reading community. The Tucson Festival of…
Spread the Love of Giving!
Did you know that the state of Arizona has over 15,000 registered 501(c)3 charitable organizations? All of these organizations have committed to providing vital services in many forms to our communities. So, why is volunteering important? Volunteers provide economic support to those in need through…
New Year, New Things: Treat Yourself in 2018!
Discover all the potential and possibility of 2018 at your local Bookmans! This is the perfect time to set ambitious resolutions, try unfamiliar things and reevaluate lofty goals. But remember to put that special someone first – YOU! We celebrate you all month long at…
Read To Me: Recommends for Kids to Love Reading | Bookmans
We are literary lovers, and rightfully so surrounded by all the awesomeness that is our orange shelves. We are passionate about reading – obviously. The question sometimes posed to us is “How do I get the young people in my life to enjoy reading as…
Read To Me: Recommends for Kids to Love Reading | Bookmans
We are literary lovers, and rightfully so surrounded by all the awesomeness that is our orange shelves. We are passionate about reading – obviously. The question sometimes posed to us is “How do I get the young people in my life to enjoy reading as…
A Wonderland of Local Love at Bookmans this November
Autumn has arrived in Arizona! Aspen leaves up north change from green to fiery golds and oranges. The saguaro and agave enjoy chilly temperatures (of 85 degrees) in southern climes of the state. Though our diversity shines from Ponderosa Pine country to the Chiricahua Mountains,…
Meet Community Rockstar Ethan Scher
Reflection and resolutions float like visions of sugarplums in our collective consciousness this time of year. It’s also a time to remember that our neighbors in need have needs all year-long. Arizona has countless movers and shakers who make the world a better place and…
Alphabet Craft for Emergent Readers
Spending time with your young child engaging in activities appropriate to their development is one of the best ways to encourage an emergent reader. You already know the alphabet, but you can still enjoy creative playtime with your kids while they learn. This Alphabet Craft…
Clara Barton and the American Red Cross
Aside from selling the best used stuff in town, Bookmans has a slew of core values we like to promote within our stores and communities. While being the best used bookstore is rad, we also want to partner with other progressive organizations who hold similar…
10 Ways to Get Your Children Reading
Reading readiness is one of the most valuable parts of a child’s development. With the influx of electronic attention grabbers this isn’t as easy a process as it may have once been. Whether your children are beginning their reading journey or they’ve already launched, your…
Chewbacca at Bookmans
Bookmans partnered with Disney Studios to bring Arizona Star Wars Reads Day. As part of our ongoing commitment to literacy, local chapters of the Rebel Legion and the 501st Legion hosted a literacy support event at all three Tucson Bookmans Entertainment Exchange locations as well…
Star Wars Reads Strikes Back at Bookmans
Bookmans will once again feel the power of the Force and you can feel it too. Skulk into Star Wars Reads Day on October 11 at Bookmans Speedway, Bookmans Ina, Bookmans Grant and Bookmans Phoenix for intergalactic literary fun.