If you ever wondered what it was like to open an independent bookshop, Kate Davies of Adventure into Books of Blairgowrie has a tale to tell. She explains the unlikely roles of tea towels, algorithms for 8 year olds and good neighbours all play in being a local book shop. Kate shares her experiences in setting up and running a successful book. If you have ever been tempted into a retail adventure by opening a shop, Kate has plenty of practical advice.
It was great fun chatting to Kate and finding out about behind the scenes. It also does make me want to visit Blairgowrie and browse books. In the meanwhile, there is their splendid website which includes a 'Good Reads' section.