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The Return of the Independent Bookshop

Curation, community events and a good cup of coffee are keeping small booksellers alive.

Independent bookshops have spent a decade being declared dead. Many are doing better than expected.

Owners credit knowledgeable staff, author evenings and a loyal neighbourhood that values a place to browse.