Cottonwood Books in Baton Rouge, La., which had announced earlier this year that it would be closing if a buyer wasn't found, officially closed its doors for the final time May 7. In a Facebook post, owners Danny and Nancy Plaisance wrote: "Cottonwood Books has given our family so many wonderful memories and experiences. We have made lifelong friendships with our amazing customers and we cannot express how grateful we are for each and every one of you. Thank you for being so loyal and supportive all these years, we couldn't have done it without you. Thank you for 37 wonderful years, it's been a great ride!"
"My husband would rather be here than anywhere else in the world. It's his happy place," Nancy Plaisance told WBRZ shortly before the final day. "When Danny bought the bookstore it had 5,000 books in it, and over the years through donations or trades, he grew the used section to 45,000. As much as he'd love to stay here, it's just come to the end of the road."
"It was a big part of my life... that's an understatement. If it's one thing I feel like I'm going to miss, it's going to be my customers, without a doubt," Danny Plaisance added.