Hillsborough, N.C., "might fly under the radar in comparison to its bigger neighbors, Durham and Chapel Hill, but its history and charm set it apart," Our State wrote in a feature on the town that "has rightly been called a museum without walls." Among the local must-visit stops showcased was Purple Crow Books.
"Hillsborough has been called 'one of the most literary communities in the state,' and nowhere is the passion for reading more evident than at Purple Crow Books," Our State noted. "Sharon Wheeler opened the bookstore in 2009 and has hosted notable national and regional authors, including Hillsborough resident Frances Mayes, author of the bestselling book Under the Tuscan Sun. The small shop is chock full of great reads. Tip: The bookstore specializes in local authors. Check out the local authors section for copies of signed books from notables like Jill McCorkle, David Payne and Annie Dillard."