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Feeling Foggy? Focus on a Book with Short Chapters
Do you have times where it seems difficult to focus on a book? Perhaps you are feeling foggy from illness, or you're tired, or there is...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Jul 4, 20222 min read


Our Favorite Books: 2022 Midyear Edition
Since it's the mid-point of 2022 and the start of summer, we’ve checked off a few good books from our reading lists this year. And, since...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Jun 20, 20223 min read


Short Stories for the Longest Days of the Year
Andrea told us that she loves to read a short story at the end of a long day. Since the days are really long right now, she selected six...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Jun 19, 20221 min read


Great Books for Dads!
Looking for a last minute Father’s Day gift? All these books are in-stock and ready for you to pick up. “I believe that what we become...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Jun 12, 20222 min read


10 New Paperbacks Perfect for the Beach
There's no doubt that publishers know that beach season is perfect for paperbacks. June is paperback month! Here are 10 new paperbacks...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Jun 12, 20221 min read


12 Classic Books to Celebrate Pride Month
To celebrate Pride Month, we’re showcasing some classic works of LGBTQ+ literature. These selections are dedicated to celebrating LGBTQ+...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 20, 20221 min read


Summer Comes Early in Florida
“The summer passed quietly. I busied myself as best I could, reading a good deal.” ~Michael Cox, The Meaning of Night Brace yourselves,...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 19, 20222 min read


Our Most Anticipated Books: June - August 2022
There are some great books coming out this summer. Here is a selection that we are excited about, including Geraldine Brooks, Jess...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 15, 20222 min read


Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Andrea
Andrea grew up in Ossining, New York, went to college in Geneva, New York, and has lived in Sarasota for over 40 years. I was born in the...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 6, 20222 min read


Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Roxanne
Roxanne grew up in Perry, New York Perry, New York is still a small town in Western New York equidistant to Buffalo and Rochester. The...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 6, 20221 min read


Books and Hometown Memories: Featuring Doug
Doug grew up in Huntington, L.I. The harbor aromas and its boats filled my senses, and the trees on every street. Playing ball, feeding...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 6, 20221 min read


Feels Like Spring!
Spring is short lived in Florida. Before you know it, you will open your door to a hot, steamy morning. Here are seven springy novels to...

Bookstore1Sarasota
May 2, 20222 min read


Make Every Day Earth Day
“Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” Gary Snyder While you’re celebrating Mother Nature this Earth Day, consider picking up a...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Apr 15, 20221 min read


Poems We Love
April is one of our favorite months at Bookstore1. We love poetry and we love supporting poets. To prepare for Poem in Your Pocket Day on...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Apr 11, 20221 min read


There's an Accountant in that Book!
Although Tax Day has been moved up to April 18th this year, April 15th is traditionally Tax Day. To commemorate that day we did some...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Apr 11, 20222 min read


Looking at Poets' Lives
“Poetry is not an expression of the party line. It's that time of night, lying in bed, thinking what you really think, making the private...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Apr 4, 20222 min read


For New Grandmas
Last week Melanie’s daughter gave birth to a little girl. Being booksellers, our first thought was what book to give her as a gift....

Bookstore1Sarasota
Mar 29, 20221 min read


Our New Store Looks Grand!
Our new store is so photogenic! We are so happy with our new digs, we had to share more pics. Enjoy our slideshow. You can find us at The...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Mar 14, 20221 min read


A Saint Patrick's Day Reading List
There are so many wonderful books by Irish authors. Here are a few of our favorites. Sláinte!

Bookstore1Sarasota
Mar 12, 20221 min read


Globetrotting
While travel is starting to feel a little safer, most of us have not been on a journey to far off places in quite a while. To help ease...

Bookstore1Sarasota
Mar 1, 20222 min read
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