I just realized that last week marked Elizabeth’s and my two-year anniversary of writing the ShelfTalker blog. It’s been a pleasure to write about the book world. Every day something happens at the store that I want to talk about. And honestly, my customers and friends don’t necessarily want to hear about it, so it’s been delightful for me to have an outlet to discuss the book biz.
In looking through my posts from the past two years, I have noticed a trend in my writing: I like writing about kids with books. Nothing makes me happier than seeing a child bounce up and down because they’ve fallen in love with a book. Every day that I get to see the power of books on a family, and to be able to share that with the readers of ShelfTalker is a wonderful thing.
I looked through some of the comments from the last two years and was struck anew by how great our readers are. I read a lot of blogs, but I seldom, okay, never, take the time to comment on what I’ve read, so it’s a delight to get comments from our readers, some of whom have helped me understand the book world better.
I have no idea how the bookselling landscape will change, but Elizabeth and I will continue to give you our take on it. So, thank you for a great two years and we look forward to sharing our thoughts with all of you.
Keep up the good work, dahlinks! And Happy anniversary!
Happy Anniversary… as a regular reader and new writer I love your insight!!
Happy second anniversary–if it was your first, I could’ve given you paper. Hmm, what paper gift would be perfect?
I sure do enjoy reading! 🙂 e
dear josie & elizabeth,
we love SHELFTALKER.
it is amusing/enlightening/informative and, on occasion, has made us teary!!
keep going.
happy anniversary.
barbara m.
And thank you for writing a great blog! If I ever make it out from California to Vermont, I promise to stop by your store and buy a lot of books 🙂
Happy anniversary, and wishing you many more! I have enjoyed and benefited from your insights into the world of a bookstore owner.
Happy Anniversary! I’ve been reading your blog for several months and often look forward to reading about your bookstore adventures. Thank you for taking the time to write your blog. If I ever travel in your direction I will definitely come see you and your bookstore. Blessings to you as you continue working in this great profession.