Ann Shea was a former a Chemical Engineer working in the process automation industry when it was during the pandemic that she felt a shift in her career and saw that Mill Street Books in Almonte was for sale - and so she jumped on the opportunity, with ownership being transferred to her in just a matter of days.
Ann had no regrets taking this leap, even with no business background or working in a bookstore or library setting - but she did have some great mentors in her life, being the former bookstore owners, Terry and Mary, as well as her cousin, Sylvie Neville (the babe behind Pick it Fence Renfrew!) who helped guide her along the way.
In this episode, Ann and I chat all about:
📚 Why owning a bookstore is so much more than staying up-to-date on the latest releases, showcasing best sellers, and chatting favourite reads with customers (although that does come with the territory) 😉
📚Digital libraries with books at our fingertips - and if we think that books will eventually be replaced by digital technology
📚 How to shift your mindset to make the time for leisure reading
📚The TikTok #BookTok trend where old classic books are resurfacing and gaining popularity with the younger generation
