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Bright Side Bookshop in downtown Flagstaff, Ariz., recently unveiled a literary-themed mural in the alley behind the shop. Created by local artist Joel Geist, the mural celebrates the joy (and agony) of the writing process, books, and the trust in patience and courage.
The shop hosted a Mural Reveal and Ribbon Cutting Celebration during First Friday Art Walk on November 7, with light refreshments and plenty of literary cheer as the finished artwork was unveiled.
The project was made possible through the support of the Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance, which helped secure a mural grant; the shop's landlords; and the City of Flagstaff's Beautification in Action Program.
"We're so happy to see this dream come to life! We're especially delighted to now have a 'bookshop cat,' and the coffee perfectly represents our shared team addiction," said the Bright Side team. "The whole literary theme makes us smile every time we walk up the alley and unlock the back door to open the shop for the day. It's such a wonderful, welcoming sight and a joyful addition to downtown."