7. Tuesday Is book day

I am a bookseller.

It’s something that I have been doing for about 34 years in some way or another. For a while in my 20’s I was an assistant manager, I worked in big bookstores alongside independents, and for the past 9 years have worked at Epic Books in Hamilton.

On Tuesdays you will find me doing my weekly shift at the popular Locke St in Hamilton. It’s always exciting because Tuesdays are the new release days where I unpack many boxes of new books. It’ like Christmas.

I love books, and although I have had a challenge reading during the pandemic it’s something that truly makes me happy. I love going back and finding wise words from people who live very different lives from me. I like finding friends with fictional characters, and I love travelling to magical places.

I also like true stories, that are somewhat parallel to my experiences, which make me feel less alone.

As an artist, I find reading is something that helps me imagine when I am not actively in studio.

Some of the upcoming books that I am most excited about are:

What books are you looking forward to? It would be amazing for you to share some of your favourite books!