Why keep a bookshop in 2024?

In 2024, keeping a bookshop is an act of love. Amidst the digital noise and fast-paced lives, my bookshop stands as a quiet haven, a place where stories breathe and linger in the air. It’s more than just a business; it’s a sanctuary for those who still crave the touch of a physical book, the feel of turning pages, the smell of paper that’s absorbed years of wisdom and imagination. Here, the world slows down, and people connect—not just with words on a page, but with each other.

In a time when everything is instant, a bookshop offers something timeless. It’s a place of discovery, where readers can stumble upon forgotten classics or find a new favorite through a recommendation whispered between the shelves. There’s something profoundly romantic about the exchange of stories, passed from hand to hand, generation to generation, capturing the essence of human experience. I keep this bookshop because it reminds us that some things, like love, literature, and connection, can never be replaced by technology.