Wonderful Words Bookshoppe, which "celebrates the enchanting power of words," hosted its grand opening celebration earlier this month at 210 West 26th St. in Bryan, Tex. According to its website, the bookstore "seeks to ignite a passion in children for reading.... Whether you are browsing for a child's first book or seeking your next literary escape, this charming place has something special waiting for everyone. Inside Wonderful Words something magical awaits."
Co-owner Terri Holder told KBTX that Wonderful Words Bookshoppe offers books in every genre, along with literary gifts and stocking stuffers. There are seating areas and Benchley, the bookshop dog, greets customers daily.
"We have a good selection of books in every genre. Lots of stuff for kids, and we also have lots of literary gifts," she said. "If you're looking for stocking stuffers, we tried very hard to find some really fun literary things for everybody stocking."
Holder emphasized the community benefits of local bookshops, which "help build community and they excite reading again. And so it's much better for your brain to have a physical book in your hand than be reading on a Kindle."
After opening day, Holder posted on social media: "Thank you is not enough to express our gratitude for everyone who shared in our grand opening! We had a line waiting at the door and amazing people coming through all day. All our kids and grandkids made it in to help. So excited to be a part of this wonderful community!"