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In-Store: Storytime with Sabina Hahn “The Wise Pickle”

Published: June 21, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

“Full of tangy absurdity, it’s a picture book fit to be relished.” — starred review, Publishers Weekly.

Event guidelines:

• RSVP is highly encouraged but not required.
• Additional copies of the event book will be available for purchase in-store.
• The reading will be followed by a book signing.
• As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event, even if you have a ticket; email us and we’ll work it out.

If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request accessibility accommodations, please contact eventhelp@booksaremagic.net.

A hilariously absurd and philosophical picture book for 3-to-7-year-olds about a pickle slowly withering in the sun, sharing its hard-earned wisdom with the local animal population and preparing to be eaten by a dog (its preferred way to go). For fans of I Want My Hat Back and The Skunk.

A pickle arrives out of nowhere.

Time: 11:00 am EDT

Free!

Registration

Detailed information and discussion of the event.