Redbery Books Expands in Cable, Wis.

Redbery Books, a 14-year-old independent bookstore in Cable, Wis., has reopened after an expansion that added about 500 square feet to the store's space.

Redbery celebrated the reopening with an appearance by Charlotte Sullivan Wild, author of The Amazing Idea of You, illustrated by Mary Lundquist. Wild is a former bookseller at The Twig Book Shop in San Antonio, Tex.

Owner Maureen Palmer, who purchased the bookstore from the original owners, Bev and Bill Bauer, in 2015, explained that since 2008, Redbery Books has resided in an 800-square-foot space in the front of the Cable's Ideal Market building. Now, following the expansion, Redbery Books spans the entire front half of the building.

"Our customers are absolutely thrilled with the expansion," said Palmer, reporting that many shoppers have told her that the space "flows so much better" and "feels so much more welcoming." She added: "It's been a complete delight to see the looks on their faces when they walk in."

Palmer's store carries new books for children, teens and adults, and she said she tries to stock a "little bit of everything." In addition to books, Redbery Books sells a variety of sidelines and gift items, including greeting cards, puzzles and toys, as well as coffee. Palmer also shares the Ideal Market building with a popular stone-oven pizzeria, which is owned by a couple who also own the building.

"It's a terrific combination of businesses, and the front door takes customers through the bookstore," Palmer said.

Redbery celebrated the reopening with an appearance by Charlotte Sullivan Wild, author of The Amazing Idea of You, illustrated by Mary Lundquist. Wild is a former bookseller at The Twig Book Shop in San Antonio, Tex.

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