Now available around the world in 18 languages, this tale of love and literature reminds readers that an unexpected connection might be right around the corner (or bookshelf). Moira’s fictional store is based on our Ravenna branch, and we will never be over it. –Third Place Books, Seattle, WA You could buy a book about …
Beginning with the ambitious literary efforts of James Franklin and his indentured brother Ben, this is a charming, deeply researched, and surprisingly exciting history of the understated but vital role that booksellers have played in forging the American identity. Often paired with publishing houses and printers, bookstores were an essential source of information from the …
If you ever wondered what kinds of conversations bookstores have behind the scenes about small business economics, community, obstacles, and current legislative landscapes, this is for you. Caine profiles a host of excellent stores who have faced different types of struggles that apply to other bookstores and small businesses in general. Read this …
I did not expect a book written by someone who works in a rare books store to be so entertaining. From his first days as an apprentice rare bookseller, when he was assigned a desk more suited for a munchkin than his lumbering 6’ frame, Oliver Darkshire humorously describes his experiences and the unique individuals …
Every Wednesday, the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association publishes the regional bestseller list. On Thursdays, we celebrate Thursday Themes to shine a spotlight on some of the books from the list and give our brains a different way of thinking about books. This week we’re highlighting books about books. Interestingly, all but Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone, …
Early 1900’s in Paris. Sylvia Beach wants to open a book store and she does, with a love of literature and a lot of hope. And it is a success – at first. Shakespeare and Company draws more than just customers. It is also the landing place for folks like Hemingway and his pals, including …
Love in Winter Wonderland by Abiola Bello, was a delightful read (and the featured book on the holiday gift guide)! Trey’s family has owned Wonderland, the bookstore in Stoke Newington, for several generations, but this might be the year that ends. Wonderland is in trouble, and Trey will have to lean on his friends—old and new—to …
Emerson Wilde has it all together. A true feminist like the women in her family before her, the youngest chamber of commerce president, and owner of her family’s bookstore life couldn’t be better in her beloved town of St. Cyprian. She has the best group of friends turned family, and everything is as it should …
There is some discomfort one must sit with when observing an obsessed character. Whether they are obsessed with a person, a place, or an object, the character is always intriguing to me. Lately I have been seeking books with such characters. These books may lead you to a valley of discomfort: tread lightly! Bookseller Naomi …
Hugo, former FBI, now at the US Embassy in Paris, has a thing for old books. When one of his favorite booksellers goes missing and no one will talk about it, he just can’t let it go. Good twisty mystery, great characters, and a fantastic sense of the city of Paris! This is the first …
