Thankful for Indie Bookstores by Sarah Raplee

Bookstore Romance Day is fast approaching on August 21, 2021. Indie bookstores across the USA are celebrating this bestselling fiction genre, the authors who write the stories and the readers who love them. Join the festivities, meet local authors and explore your local Indie scene!

According to the event’s website, “Bookstore Romance Day was created to celebrate Romance in independent bookstores…” They also offer online events for those who can’t attend in person.

Please visit the website for more details, including a list of participating bookstores. (https://bookstoreromanceday.org/ )

 I’m so excited!!!

JAN'S

My favorite Indie bookstore, Jan’s in Beaverton, Oregon, is one of dozens of Indie bookstores participating in the celebration from coast to coast. Jan’s has always supported Romance authors and readers. Their inventory includes an exciting variety of new and used books, including a large Romance section. The owner, Lori, gets to know her customers and is happy to help them find exactly what they want, whether in-store or online. She offers curbside pickup, too.

Why do I love Jan’s?

Besides the excellent, friendly customer service and great selection, plus the ability to order anything they don’t have in stock?

I love the unique brick building with arched windows, a spacious interior and lots of natural lighting. Jan’s has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. There’s also plenty of parking and places to sit.

Welcoming and Pet-friendly

The selection of gifts and local craft items makes it easy to pick up a card or gift for that special someone (or for yourself!) Jan’s is pet-friendly, as evidenced in these photos.

Lori and Friend

Jan’s hosts frequent, fun events and supports local authors…The list goes on and on.

I hope, if you live near me, you'll visit Jan's on August 21st. Or visit another Indie bookstore near you, maybe one you've never set foot in before.

Or check out those online options on the Romance Bookstore Day website.

What is your favorite Indie bookstore where you live? What do you like about it?

Please share in the comments.