A Small Ohio Bookstore Sparks Joy for a Teen and Her Grandmother
At BookMarx in Ohio, a teenage visitor eagerly selected Poe titles, prompting the owner, John Byron Kuhner, to enroll her in the store’s loyalty program.
The independent shop BookMarx welcomed a teen who rushed in excitedly for Edgar Allan Poe books, followed by an older woman in a parka. The proprietor, John Byron Kuhner, helped her with pronunciations and suggested additional stories. After choosing three volumes, the teenager agreed to join the store’s frequent-buyer scheme, delighting the owner.
Why it matters
The story highlights how small bookstores can foster community connections and encourage reading among younger generations.
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