Book Stall sale in the works for June; McNally Jackson to open office goods store; Book Mouse holds Seussathon ; Annapolis Bookstore hosts impromptu wedding; Books & Books joins the meme
Last Friday, Hudson, Ohio’s The Learned Owl Book Shop changed hands. After 30 years at the helm, Liz Murphy sold the business to store staff member Kate Schlademan, who assured the community that Learned Owl will continue to be the same great place.
Maine’s Longfellow Books, which sustained serious water damage after a frozen water line burst during last weekend’s snowstorm, plans a soft reopening today. Meanwhile, many other stores around the region were able to reopen for at least part of the day on Sunday.
From February 25 to March 1, Los Angeles’ Skylight Books will be operating two offsite stores as part of the spring 2013 TED Conference entitled “The Young. The Wise. The Undiscovered.”
Vroman’s hosts signing by Supreme Court Justice; Boston indies recognized for unique offerings; Alamosa Books puts focus on kids; Investors look to open bookstore in Dallas
In 2011, The Book Spot opened its doors to the suburban community of Round Rock, Texas, and, ever since, owners Danny and Julie Woodfill have been meeting the reading needs of the area’s kids, teens, and parents.
From craft making and speed dating to gift baskets and the perfect book, indie booksellers will be part of Valentine’s Day, one of the biggest gift-giving holidays of the year. Last year, the National Retail Federation estimated spending at an all-time high of at least $17.6 billion
