host book clubs , do Scrabble nights and feature book signings by new authors . They sell a lot of puzzles and stickers and other whimsical gift items . They can offer suggestions and recommendations .
“ That is what you get in an independent bookstore . We give personalized service ; if somebody wants a recommendation , we give them one ,” Craddock said .
The store offers a frequent buyer program , which has helped keep customers coming back and steering clear of Amazon . The store has also become a repeat stop for travelers to the area .
“ When we first opened , Amazon was very popular , and we would get people who would figure out what book they wanted to order and would stand right in front of us and order it from Amazon ,” Craddock said . “ As time has gone , we don ’ t really compete with Amazon anymore . There ’ s just not that much of an advantage to go to Amazon as it is to come into our store , physically pick the book up , look at it and go through it . We have people every day that say , ‘ I ’ m
A new chapter is located in historic downtown Lewisburg .
A customer browses a section of books , some featuring places and things about West Virginia .
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