I certainly don’t have the answers as I’m learning each and every day. I would like to think of myself as an avid reader but after having conversations with a number of customers and even my family I am not. There is too many other things to do such as knitting, cross-stitch and various other needlecrafts. I do a lot of reading though it is eclectic. With that said, I try to be honest with customers and not pretend I know everything.

We bought the store from a gentleman who really let the stock go and wasn’t buying quality books nor had the place organized in a way that made sense - at least to me. So a lot of my time is spent reorganizing and trying to stay on top of the cleaning. And infusing my personality through painting, window displays, and including ‘funky junky’ where appropriate. (Funky junky is my word for book ends, art, trays, oh anything that would look good and enhance the ’shoppers experience’ and adds to the fun.)

So I guess what I’m saying is be true to youself and have fun! Let me know what you think. Stay in touch! The best to you! And welcome to the biz!