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The Graceful Geese Mercantile 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory

Discover Your Next Summer Page-TurnerBrowse tables brimming with novels, memoirs, children’s stories, and more—each penned by Hickory-area writers. Listen & LearnFrom 11–2, pull up a seat as authors read favorite excerpts and share insider stories about their craft. 1️⃣ Richard Eller – Well-Crafted (furniture history)2️⃣ Austin Allran – Legend of the Isle of Cats (gothic forgiveness tale)3️⃣ Jennifer Owen – Tree of Beautiful Wings (kids’ kindness)4️⃣ Terry Phillips – 3rd Dig Handbook (goal-digging workbook)5️⃣ T. A. Perret – Today & Tomorrow (faith & family drama)6️⃣ E. E. Campbell – Walking Out the Bible (daily devotions)7️⃣ Ken Moyer – The Umbrella of Worship (deeper discipleship) Add to Your ListChat one-on-one, snag signed copies, and build a beach-bag reading list you’ll love all season. Make a Day of ItBefore and after the spotlight hours, explore the 17,000 sq ft showroom of 160+ local vendors—perfect for Father’s Day hunting or a leisurely Saturday wander.

Book Signing with Author T.A. Perret

The Graceful Geese Mercantile 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory

We're excited to welcome local author T.A. Perret to The Graceful Geese Mercantile on Saturday, November 30th from 10 AM - 12 PM! Meet the talented author behind the Holly Springs series and get your copy of Today & Tomorrow, the highly anticipated second installment, personally signed. ABOUT T.A. Perret: T.A. Perret lives in Hickory, NC, with her husband, twins, mother, and two dogs. A passionate writer, she crafts stories that bring glory to God while also enjoying her favorite things: reading, coffee, cheering on the Dallas Cowboys (to her husband’s dismay!), and taking the occasional nap. T.A. holds a B.A. in English and is completing her Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from Liberty University. Don't miss this chance to meet T.A. Perret and add a signed copy of her latest book to your collection!

Story Time with Eden Estabrook

The Graceful Geese Mercantile 2220 US Highway 70 SE, Hickory

📚✨ Join us for a magical Story Time with local children's book author, Eden Estabrook, at The Graceful Geese Mercantile in Hickory, NC! About the Event: Gather around for a free story time experience as Eden Estabrook reads her delightful children's book, "Arnie The Armadillo Goes To Antarctica." About the Book: Adventure through the letter “A” with Arnie the Armadillo as he travels from his humble abode in Arizona to visit Antarctica, the arctic continent! Engage your kids with familiar “A” words, and possibly new ones, as they expand their vocabulary with this illustrated adventure! About the Author: Eden Estabrook has had a passion for writing for as long as she can remember, even making a career out of it as a content marketing specialist in the manufacturing industry. With "Arnie the Armadillo Goes to Antarctica," Eden is excited to share her love of learning and literacy with the next generation. Book Signing: Stay after the reading for a special book signing session with Eden! Get your copy of "Arnie The Armadillo Goes To Antarctica" signed and take home a treasured keepsake. Don't miss this enchanting event for children and families! See you there!