Little Bay Books opened earlier this summer in Ashland, Wis., the Ashland Daily Press reported.
The new and used bookstore, at 220 Fourth Ave. W. in downtown Ashland, sells general-interest titles for all ages, along with a variety of bookish merchandise. Owner Heather Hudak, a veteran and English teacher, hosts storytime sessions, poetry readings, book clubs, and writing clubs. She's also started an audiobook walking club.
Hudak and her son moved to Ashland in 2021 after she finished serving in the military. "This area is important to me," she told the Daily News. "I feel pretty loyal to Ashland now. I work here. I live here. My child goes to school here. This is just another way to add a friendly community space to Ashland."
Hudak noted that Jill Spinster, owner of Spinster Books in Ashland, helped guide her while she was opening the store. "Jill was very transparent, open, and willing to share information. Everybody is really helpful in starting a business."
Little Bay Books debuted with a soft launch in May followed by a grand opening celebration in June.