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22 Hudson Valley Parent n March 2017 Postmark Books 449 Main St, Rosendale 845-658-2479; postmarkbooks.net A breezy and bright bookstore flo- rist hangout on the Rondout Creek specializing in the obscure and unique, featuring a robust children's section, stationary, and gifts. The Merritt Bookstore + Toystore 55 Front St, Millbrook 845-677-5857; merrittbooks.com The Merritt Bookstore + Toystore caters to all reading, toy, and small gift needs. We sponsor Millbrook's Annual Literary Festival for all ages, and custom order books. Oblong Books & Music 26 Main St, Millerton. 518-789-3797; 6422 Montgomery St, Rhinebeck. 845-876-0500. oblongbooks.com Oblong Books & Music stores are the Hudson Valley's children's book experts. Both stores have large and vibrant kids' and YA sections. Barner Books 3 Church St, New Paltz 845-255-2635; barnerbooks.com Barner Books features a selection of new, used, and rare books for all ages. Vintage typewriters, imported handmade journals, posters, and more, will delight any book lover. Inquiring Minds Bookstore 65 Partition St, Saugerties and 6 Church St, New Paltz; inquiringbooks.com Where good books meet good people - we promote learning and provide avenues of free expression and education - join us for Activist Hour, 2nd Sunday of every month. TOP 5 INDEPENDENT BOOK SELLERS W e asked readers to tell us their child's favorite book and the responses were overwhelming. There are some encouraging statistics out there – that despite earlier fears digital devices might have a negative impact – the popularity of book reading contin- ues to grow among the younger demographic. To reward a few of our lucky readers, the independent booksellers listed below will each be giving away a $50 gift certificate to their shop. To enter, please follow the in- structions in the box below. Three cheers for reading and for all of the kids in the Hudson Valley who love to read! My favorite book! To enter to win a $50 gift certificate from one of these local booksellers, please visit HVParent.com/bookstore-giveaway and enter the code: ILVBKS. A winner will be chosen after April 1. Everett, 4, "We're Going On a Leaf Hunt" by Steve Metzger