Acorn Books in Smyrna, Del., will close after seven years in business. In a Facebook post announcing the decision, the shop wrote: "It is with a heavy heart that we announce that Acorn Books is closing for good. It has been our privilege to serve our community for the past seven years, but the time has come for us to start a new chapter in our lives. We realize this sad news for our community, and we deeply regret any inconvenience or sorrow this news might bring. We have so enjoyed our customers over the years, it is you we will miss above all else.... Thank you again for the privilege of being your neighborhood bookstore. It has been an honor." An official closing date has not yet been released.
In May 2015, Acorn Books had announced the imminent closure of its Dover store unless an alternative space was found, but was able to reopen in August after moving to Smyrna.