Coming tomorrow, lovers of Hawai'i books will have a new way to learn and talk about the latest editions from Island book publishers.

www.HawaiiReaders.com, a new Web site developed by The Advertiser and the Hawaii Book Publishers Association, launches with author blogs, a calendar of book events and news from the world of books.

Local writers Chris McKinney, Michael Little, Roger Jellinek and Thomas Cummings offer their insights and invite your comments in blogs covering storytelling, romance, Hawai'i history and more.

So grab a cup of coffee and settle in for what will be a great read and engaging discussion at the newest virtual site for readers, www.HawaiiReaders.com.

— Advertiser Staff

FRUGAL HALLOWEEN

FIND DEALS ON COSTUMES AT SAVERS

Starting to plan your Halloween costume? Savers, at 1505 Dillingham Blvd. in Honolulu and on Farrington Highway in Waipahu, is a bargain-hunter's mecca. There is no shame — we repeat, no shame — in shopping secondhand. Why spend $50 for something (Halloween or not) if you can find it in good condition for $5? Savers has a huge collection of household items, toys and clothing, which is sorted by type, size and color. Whatever you need, it's surely there.

— Leslie Lang

Get tips on cheap or free family fun each Tuesday from Leslie Lang and Kris Bordessa, authors of our new blog, On the Cheap! Together they also write the blogs www.HonoluluOnTheCheap.com and www.BigIslandOnTheCheap.com.