Em Dash Books & More closed its bricks-and-mortar storefront in Buda, Tex., on June 11, but will continue to operate as a pop-up store, Community Impact reported.
In a message to community members, store founder Lola Watson wrote: "To ensure the long term sustainability of the bookstore we have to move out of our cozy little space at 200 S. Main St. So we made the difficult decision to move out rather than pay our staff late. The need for promoting a community that embraces the love and importance of reading south of Austin has not gone away. So we'll still be here, with a book recommendation and meaningful conversation!"
In the meantime, Em Dash will return to having regular pop-up and market appearances. This week, it began an ongoing pop-up at the Carrington, a wedding venue in Buda. The bookstore will also continue to do events like book club meetings and storytime sessions.
Watson opened the bricks-and-mortar storefront last fall after launching it as a mobile and pop-up store. It carries books for all ages at a variety of price points and promotes literacy for all.