General News

Our heaters are out and warming our cafe patrons as they enjoy their hot chocolates and lattes in Toowoomba's beautiful winter weather.

We have all the childrens book council shortlist books avaliable instore now, which include picture books, early childhood, older readers and younger readers to name a few.

The ABC has released the new Francesco's ITALY - Top To Toe. Francesco explores Italy's well-known treasures as well as its secret side: a visit to Romeo and Juliet's balcony in Verona Follows a trip to the Fiat Factory in Turin and much more.

Bookshop

Our Bookclub meets every month on the 1st or 2nd Tuesday at 7pm. Some of the titles we have really enjoyed this year so far, are  'The Housekeeper and the Professor', 'The Postmistress', 'The Surrendered" and 'A Fortunate Life'.  One of the great things about our bookclub is the diversity of our members, which allows us all to be introduced to books we may never choose to read ourselves. We get to enjoy a hot chocolate or coffee from the cafe with a delicious cake or biscuit while we discuss and chat about our great reads and love of books.

If you would like more details on how to be a part of our bookclub, please call Leanne at the store on 46320800 or email to toowoomba@maryryan.com.au.
 

I Kill

By Giorgio Faletti

Set in the normally peaceful city of Monte Carlo, a serial killer is targeting good looking men and taking a macabre souvenir from their dead bodies. Using the local radio station to leave a string of announcements where he likes to say ‘I am one and no-one’, the killer taunts police prior to each murder, hinting as to the identity of his next victim and leaving tantalising but baffling musical clues. With the help of FBI agent Frank Ottobre (who is recovering from the death of his wife), the local police force try to solve the riddles before more deaths occur.

In Italy, the author Giorgio Faletti is a celebrated singer, songwriter & actor and this book sold phenomenally well, but

the book has been translated from Italian and does lose a little of its magic due to this. I love reading crime novels and I found a difference to this story is that it delves into the emotions of love and obsessions of love and what that can create in people – both sides of the law.

Review by Roslyn Hedges

Cafe

There are lots of lovely wintery treats and lunchs for you to enjoy during the cooler weather in our cafe.

Gourmet Quiche, Lasagnes, Soups and our Open Grill on turkish bread with Turkey, Camembert and Cranberry sauce are all happily taste tested by us - and we can assure you they are delicious!

There are always lots of cakes, muffins, tarts & slices too. The new favourites are the Baci Chocolate Cake and the Orange and Almond Cake.

Mention that you have been on our website and recieve a slice of cake and coffee or tea for a special price of $7.95  

Staff Book Suggestions

To celebrate  Penguin's 75th birthday...

Penguin Australia has released a further 75 new titles in their million copy selling Popular Penguins series. Each book valued at the bargin price of $9.95. Some of the new titles include:

• The Little Prince
• To The Lighthouse
• The Call Of The Wild
• The Adventures Of Tom Soyer
• The Psychology Of Love
• The Lady In The Lake
• The Inheritance Of Loss
• It's Raining In Mango
• Seven Little Australians
• Inferno
• The Prime Of Miss Jean Brodie
• Book Of Longing
• Foe
• Our Sunshine

Purchase a couple of our books and recieve a Popular Penguin's tote bag free full of goodies (while stocks last)

Location - Toowoomba

Toowoomba has all the benefits of urban living without any of the big-city 'hassles'. Enjoy the best of both worlds, with relaxed lifestyle and family-friendly atmosphere, as well as easy access to the bright lights of Brisbane and the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.

Imagine affordable housing, comprehensive private and state educational options, an extensive health support network and excellent recreational facilities. Toowoomba also has a rich heritage and culture and features an eclectic mix of casual and metropolitan style cafes, with superb award-winning fine dining.

Excellent shopping facilities, local boutique wineries and antique outlets throughout the city provide the creature comforts of urban life with the charm of a regional city. This is why Toowoomba is a great choice for people wanting to escape the pressures of big city life, while still pursuing their career goals.

Toowoomba truly has something to offer everyone. So take your time to look around and you'll soon find out that there's more to this 'Garden City' than meets the eye...

 

 

 

 

 

 

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