Recluse Books, an all-ages bookstore with new and used titles, has opened in Fort Worth, Tex., CultureMap Fort Worth reported.
Co-owners Josie Smith-Webster and James Webster, who met while working at a bookstore in New York City, carry a wide-ranging and eclectic inventory, with small presses and translated literature represented. They plan to grow the selection based on customer and community interest.
The store is roughly 1,000 sq. ft. and resides at 465 S. Main St. #110, in Fort Worth's Near Southside neighborhood. Alongside books, customers can find zines, greeting cards, and other merchandise. Recluse's event plans include open-mic nights and themed book clubs.
"Josie and I are both big believers in the idea of a bookstore as a 'space'--somewhere that puts a human touch back, in an age where so much is automated, a space for people to come and interact with other people," James Webster told CultureMap. "We realized that Fort Worth did not have as many of those as we wanted and decided to go out and do it ourselves."