Candace Bushnell

'Beastly' writer, David Crockett biographer also visit B&N in May

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Sex and the City author Candace Bushnell signs Summer and the City, the sequel to The Carrie Diaries at 1 p.m. Sunday at Barnes & Noble bookstore in Cool Springs.

Tickets are required for this event and can be picked up Sunday with the purchase of the book.

The new book, which tells how Carrie Bradshaw meets Samantha and Miranda, brings surprising revelations as Carrie learns to navigate her way around the Big Apple.

Other events and signings at the store on Mallory Lane this month:

Monday, May 2, 7 p.m., Fiction Fanatics: Join the Fiction Fanatics Book Club in the Cafe as they discuss The Lotus Eaters by Tatjana Soli.

Wednesday, May 4 at 7 p.m., Edward Grinnan: The editor-in-chief of Guideposts magazine, shares some of the most inspiring Guideposts stories ever, and how they helped him in his own heart-lifting journey of faith and recovery, in his new book, The Promise of Hope.

Thursday, May 5, 6:30 p.m., Alex Flinn: This bestselling teen fantasy author, whose Beastly is the basis for the current movie by the same title, discusses and signs Cloaked.

Friday, May  6, 7 p.m., Beth Pattillo: The author discusses and signs The Dashwood Sisters Tell All, the third book in the Formidable Series following Jane Austen Ruined My Life and Mr. Darcy Broke My Heart.

Sunday, May  8, 2 p.m., Nan Allen: In Watercolor Summer, Allen tells the story of the difficult summer when Kathleen learned how Malcolm and his colorful guardian were the examples of true and selfless love.

Tuesday, May 10, 6:30 p.m., Mystery Lovers: Join the Mystery Lovers' Book Group in the Cafe as they discuss Fade Away by Harlan Coben. (June selection: Alone by Lisa Garner.)

Wednesday, May 11, 6:30 p.m., Obert Skye: Author of the award-winning Leven Thumps series, Skye returns to Foo with the release of the first book in his new series, Beyond Foo. Geth and Clover set off to find a new adventure that leads beyond the guarded border of Foo.

Thursday, May 12, 6 p.m., Jon Acuff: The author signs his new book, Quitter. From figuring out what your dream is to quitting in a way that exponentially increases your chance of success, Quitter is full of inspiring stories and actionable advice.

Wednesday, May 18, 7 p.m., Michael Wallis: Host of PBS's American Roads, Michael Wallis signs copies of David Crockett: The Lion of the West. Steeped in legend, shrouded in folklore, American frontiersman and cultural icon, the real David Crockett emerges in this engrossing biography.

Thursday, May 19, 7 p.m., Jane Bradley: Bradley signs copies of her novel You Believers. Her book takes you on an infinitely harrowing journey that rewards the reader with insight into how we might endure horrible events with faith, strength and grace.

Wednesday, May 25, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble Writers' Group: All area writers are invited to meet and discuss writing and publishing with a special guest speaker each month.