The Cranford Bookstore, Cranford, N.J., Looking for Permanent Home

After debuting as an online store and pop-up shop, the Cranford Bookstore in Cranford, N.J., is searching for a bricks-and-mortar home, TAPinto Cranford reported.

Store owners Lauren King and Kate Lydon have appeared as a pop-up at places like the Alluem Flea and the Cake Artist Cafe; they've also held storytime sessions at the latter. They sell general-interest titles for all ages, and they are looking for a suitable storefront where they will be able to host writing groups, workshops, book clubs, storytimes, and other events, and carry "something for everyone."

Lydon helped to found the Asbury Park Book Cooperative in Asbury Park, N.J., and has a background in finance and management. King was an English teacher in New York City Public Schools and has worked as a college professor and local realtor.

The pop-up events, Lydon told TAPinto Cranford, have been well received, particularly at the Cake Artist Cafe. "It could not have gone better. People coming in for pastry checked out the books, and folks coming for the books bought treats. It was really lovely."

While the search for a permanent home continues, King and Lydon will be hosting storytime sessions and pop-up sales at the Cake Artist Cafe, and in February they will host a Galentine's Day Party at Nic & Nick Home Atelier.

They hope to find a bricks-and-mortar location by fall 2025.

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