The iconic 84-year-old Penguin Bookshop, Sewickley, Pa., has been put on the market by co-owners Janet and Bud McDanel, who "put about $1 million into renovating the property when they purchased the store in 2007," the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported. They hope to sell the business by the end of the year.
"It certainly needs new, younger owners," said Janet, who is 75. "The bookstore is vital to Sewickley. It's a meeting place. We have book clubs that meet there (and) lots of events go on."
She added that they hope someone from the community will consider taking over the bookstore: "The key ingredients are all in place--a loyal customer base, a dedicated, hard-working staff and a beautiful setting. We have a wonderful staff of readers and booksellers with expertise, genuine friendliness and a desire to connect people with good books."
