Chapters & Charms bookstore will host its grand opening celebration on Saturday, March 15, in Stonewall, La. The Shreveport-Bossier City Advocate reported that owner Michelle Higdon, who had a soft opening for the shop, located at 2068 Hwy. 171, Suite 4B, last Friday, "has been overwhelmed by the support of the Stonewall community. She previously owned a bookstore in Bossier City but wanted to bring something closer to her home."
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Chapters & Charms will primarily sell new books, along with some used ones. "There will also be a faith-based gift shop area and plenty of tables for customers to sit, read or do work as they shop and hang out," the City Advocate noted, adding that self-serve coffee is also available.
Higdon bought the Book Rack in Bossier City after working there on and off for almost 30 years, and while she loved running it, she envisioned a spot in her community. She would like her new location to be cozy, warm and inviting: "I want people to... know that whether you buy a book or not, you're welcome to come here and just hang out."
Higdon is adding a children's section and wants to host readings and book clubs for children in Stonewall. She also plans to have a teacher's section. "Making children's books affordable is pivotal for her because she knows how expensive a habit of reading can be and how early in life someone can fall in love with reading," the City Advocate wrote. "She also thinks children will enjoy returning after they finish their books and trade them."
Chapters & Charms eventually will expand into the space next store.