Christina Nicholson

Shelf Made Stories

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Hear how people are turning bookish passions into thriving businesses on Shelf Made Stories. Listen each week to hear from people behind bookstores, book buses, book trucks, subscription box curators, and paid book clubs. We're talking to the trailblazers turning pages into profits and stories into thriving communities. From cozy corner shops to wheels-on-fire bookmobiles, we uncover the tales behind the shelves (and steering wheels!). Whether you're a book lover, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just here for a good story, expect laughs, bibliophile tips, and a whole lot of bookish banter.

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Christina Nicholson

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This Bookstore Makes Money Even If No One Buys Books 11.03.2025 21:20

Have you ever dreamed of opening your own bookstore? Pull up a chair as Amy Hall takes us behind the shelves of Hudson Valley Books for Humanity. She's getting real about the ups, downs, and creative hustle it takes to make an indie bookstore work today. From turning her book-loving dream into a thriving community hub to finding smart ways to keep the lights on (spoiler: it's not just...