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Rae Titcomb, granddaughter of founders Ralph and Nancy Titcomb and niece of owner Vicky Titcomb, has been named manager of Titcomb's Bookshop, E. Sandwich, Mass. In the store's newsletter, Vicky Titcomb wrote in part, "Rae has worked at the bookshop since childhood--helping with special events, dressing up as costumed characters and lending a hand whenever needed. During her high school and college years, she worked in the bookshop as a bookseller, and following her graduation with a BA in Philosophy from Fordham University, she began working at the bookshop full-time.
"Rae brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to her new position. She has served as our toy buyer and, as marketing director, has edited our newsletter and greatly expanded our social media presence with her lively, fun and creative vision.
"She has a deep love of books, boundless energy and a joyous spirit. She is very committed to the bookshop and its success. I look forward to continued growth of the bookshop's programs and services through her thoughtful leadership. Please say hello to her when you see her in the bookshop!"
At the same time, the store wished a happy retirement to Ellen Speers, who began working at the store in 2015 and had been the manager for the past two years, "starting in the spring of 2020--soon after Covid forced us to close our doors," Vicky Titcomb wrote. "Under her thoughtful guidance, she enabled us to reopen the shop and continue to serve customers online and in person. She also enabled us to continue our active events schedule online and greatly expanded our gift selection.
"Ellen has retired to spend more time with family, but leaves a lasting legacy at the bookshop and I will forever be grateful to her for getting us through this very difficult time of change."