28/ This is a great point. Bookstores are a public space where you can meet other book people. We considered Book People as a name for the store in fact, becuase it’s that important to the vibe. but it’s already a well-established store in Austin.
29/ Bookstores are romantic. I see a lot of dates. (They don’t buy much)
I actually met my gf in the bookstore. She walked in and I neurotically reshelved books until she talked to me. Then she stumbled on her words and we introduced ourselves and shook hands. thne she left