Yesterday, we highlighted the response of Blue Willow Bookstore, Houston, Tex., to Governor Abbott's lifting of pandemic-related restrictions, including face mask mandates. Several other indie booksellers in the state are also sharing their reactions on social media, including:
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Malvern Books, Austin: "In an effort to keep our staff and customers as safe as possible, we will be following the federal mandate on mask wearing--all customers will be required to wear a mask and practice social distancing while in the store."
Kaboom Books, Houston: "Unlike our Governor, we do not feel comfortable with the present viral situation. We will continue our present Mask-Only Policy both for ourselves and for our customers."
The Twig Bookshop, San Antonio: "Y'all... The Twig will still require masks, require social distancing, limit capacity."
Katy Budget Books, Katy: "To protect our booksellers and local literary community, KBB will continue requiring masks and hand sanitizing to shop in store for the time being.... Please be patient and kind with all local businesses during this time, as we navigate new landscape again to the best of our ability."
Lark and Owl Booksellers, Georgetown: "Our goal is to be the safest place to work and shop in Georgetown during the current health crisis. We care about our Lark & Owl community and will continue to uphold the highest safety measures possible as outlined by the CDC. Therefore, MASKS ARE REQUIRED for shopping inside Lark & Owl Booksellers."
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| At Interabang Books | |
Interabang Books, Dallas: "Be like this bovid and help us stop Covid! We are asking our customer base to please keep masking up in store for the safety and comfort of all who shop here. Thank you for your support!"
Murder by the Book, Houston: "For nearly a year now, Murder by the Book's safety regulations governing both staff and customers have been based on the recommendations of science. We will continue to adhere to CDC recommendations and require the following to browse the bookstore: A mask must be properly worn upon entry and kept on while in store (covering the nose as well)...."
Monkey and Dog Books, Fort Worth: "Monkey and Dog Books is continuing a mask requirement to protect our employees and customers. Like you, we are looking forward to seeing smiles again and hope that day is in the near future."