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Upcoming Events

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We have so much coming up in the next few months! Check it out:

May 3 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 p.m. – Tavern Tuesday

Come play D&D with us!

May 4 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Star Wars Trivia

May the 4th be with you! Prize for best cosplay too.

May 11 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – General Trivia

Test your knowledge in general trivia

May 18 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Harry Potter Trivia Night

Win points for your house!

May 19 @ Time TBD – Knuckleboard Challenge

Try something new! Learn how to play knuckleboard

May 24 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Book Signing – A Cruel and Fated Light, Ashley Shuttleworth

Queer your shelves with this hotly anticipated sequel.

May 25 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – General Trivia Night

Test your knowledge in general trivia

May 27 @ 8:00 am – May 28 @ 5:00 pm – Retrofest

Join us for classic milkshakes, jello and cake!

May 28 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm – Book Signing – Ian Kennedy: On Account of Darkness

Meet Ian Kennedy and learn more about Canada’s history of sports discrimination.

June 1 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Simpson’s Trivia Night

D’oh! Test your Simpon’s knowledge.

June 8 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – General Trivia Night

Compete in general trivia.

June 15 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm – Drag Race Trivia Night

Join us for a fabulous night!

The Priory of the Orange Tree

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800 PAGES!?!?! YEP! 800 pages. But you’ll be so busy reading that you won’t even notice the length. This is a brilliantly written book that deviates from the “man must have an heir” stories that are so common.

Sabran the Ninth must conceive a daughter in order for her throne and kingdom to be safe. Not only is she not married, she has assassin’s hot on her heels. This would complicate matters if not for Ead Duryan. Sabran’s guardian. Ead is a mage. Part of an order that uses dark magic to protect their charges.

Meanwhile, in the country across the sea, a young girl named Tane is training to be a dragon rider. One of the most prestigious positions one can have.

Tane must make decisions that will potentially change the lives of many people around her.

Meanwhile there are other forces at work that threaten to tear at the fabric of this fabulous mystical world. Reserve your copy today.

The Light Between Oceans

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This story moved me like no other. Partially because I am adopted, partially because of the visceral emotions it pulled from me and partially because I love Lighthouses. Reading this was like living my dream.

Tom, having recently returned from fighting in a war, longs for quiet and solitude. He chooses to tend the light on Janus Rock, an isolated Island in Australia.

He soon falls in love with beautiful Isabel. They marry and she sets about making Janus Rock as homey as she can.

They long for children but Isabel suffers from several miscarriages. One night a wild storm kicks their little Island into a frenzy. As they survey the damage from that storm they happen upon a rowboat. Inside is a tiny baby and a deceased male.

Isabel declares they must keep that baby. Finding the child was a gift after her most recent miscarriage. Tom keeps meticulous records and is skeptical that they can indeed pull this off. Against his better judgment he decides to allow Isabel to keep the child. They name their daughter Lucy.

One day Tom’s guilt finally consumes him and he tells a friend what they did. That choice and the choice to keep their baby come to a stunning end. Highly recommended.

– Carla

Available in store and online.

Annnd we’re back!

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Folx, we’re back open for in-store dining and gaming, and boy howdy do we have a lot going on already.

First, we’ve got a Valentine’s Day special running from February 11-14th. Get two gaming passes, a bottle of wine, and four chocolate dipped strawberries for just $35! These themed nights are running from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. We’re still subject to capacity restrictions, so call ahead to ensure you’re not disappointed: 519-354-2233.

Next, heads up fantasy readers! Wwe are taking pre-orders for Ashley Shuttleworth’s A Cruel and Fated Light … and they’re going to be autographed! But wait, there’s more! All pre-orders will include 1 bookmark and 1 character card by Little Paper Forest/Nikkie Stinchcombe. Order online today: https://books.turnsandtales.com/lists/5gMf2kMeoCg

And upcoming in March, we’re doing another book signing, this time with Bruce Ross, author of Breaking Free From Depression’s Grip. The story chronicles Bruce’s journey and struggle with depression, from his high school years until his retirement. Talking openly and honestly about mental health issues is critical, now more than ever. Happening March 12, 2-4 p.m.

Boards for the bored

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What to do during a lockdown?

We suggest you try a game. A board game. To stop you from getting bored.

Our selection criteria:

Playable for as few as two people (great for those whose social group has narrowed due to pandemic restrictions)

Average length of game under an hour. For those who still have lots of other things to do.

Game selected: Exploding Kittens.

Overall rating….surprisingly fun!

Not really a game of skill, although there are some elements of strategy. The box the game comes in rates it for ages 17 and up. I think many under 17-year-olds would be good (challenging) players. The box we tried at Turns & Tales rates this version of game as NSFW and containing explicit content. One of the advantages of our store is that you can look at the cards and decide if their content is not appropriate for some or all of the people with whom you plan to play. We also have the classic version available.

There is an online video explaining how to play the game and also an instruction pamphlet for those who don’t have computer access. You can also watch a sample round of the game. If you would like to read the instructions before coming into the store you can read them online.

For those with limited access to computers we played the game using only the instructions included in the box.

Bottom line…..this is a game that is easy to explain, is flexible in the number of people who can play, doesn’t require a lot of space or time to set up and can be played anytime.

Event: Murder on the Thames

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Turns & Tales are proud to present local author Sheila Gibbs newest release!

A brand new work of fiction steeped in local history, we are regaled with the fascinating story of Mary Jacob and the happenings along River Road in Dover Township.

Murder on the Thames is a must have for all local history fans and historical fiction fans alike.

Meet and Greet with the author on December 17th between 2pm and 4pm. Books are available in store for purchase and signing!

A perfect Christmas gift, don’t miss this fabulous opportunity to meet Sheila and have your copy signed at Turns & Tales, Chatham’s Premiere Bookstore and Board Game Cafe.

Located at 213 King Street West, Chatham, Ontario

Come for the books, stay for the games and delightful treats!