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Get ready bookworms, because August 14 is the day to show some love to your favorite local bookstore on Love Your Bookshop Day! This annual celebration was started in Australia in 2014 as a way to support and promote independent bookstores. It has since spread to other countries, with people coming together to celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of physical bookstores. Whether you're browsing for a new read or attending a special event, there's no better way to spend this day than surrounded by books and fellow book lovers. So mark your calendars and get ready to spread some literary love!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>565</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Known Bookstore</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first known bookstore opens in Constantinople, selling religious text scrolls.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1595</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Oldest Operating Bookstore</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Livraria Bertrand in Lisbon, Portugal, considered the oldest operating bookstore, is established.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Bookstore Boom</div><div class='timeline-text'>Many independent bookstores open in the 19th century during the spread of printed literature.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1971</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise of Chain Bookstores</div><div class='timeline-text'>Chain bookstores like Barnes & Noble and Borders begin dominating the book-selling industry.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2014</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Love Your Bookshop Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>Love Your Bookshop Day is first celebrated in Australia to support and promote independent bookstores.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Global Celebration</div><div class='timeline-text'>Love Your Bookshop Day spreads globally, with events held in many countries to celebrate local bookstores.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a bookshop scavenger hunt</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Create a list of items for participants to find in the bookshop, such as a book with a red cover or a bookmark with an animal on it. The first person or team to find all the items wins a prize!</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Attend a book reading or author signing</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Many bookshops host events with authors or local writers. Attend one of these events and show your support for the bookstore and the literary community.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create a book-themed display</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your creative skills to make a display in the bookstore featuring your favorite books or a specific genre. This will not only showcase your love for the bookstore, but also help other customers discover new reads.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a book swap</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather a group of friends and swap books you no longer want. This is a great way to refresh your reading list and support the bookstore by purchasing new books.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create book-themed treats</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bake some book-shaped cookies or cupcakes, or decorate treats with quotes from your favorite books. Share them with the bookstore staff and customers to spread the love for books and the shop.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates local businesses</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Love Your Bookshop Day is all about supporting and celebrating small, independent bookstores. These local businesses are an important part of any community, providing a sense of community and offering a unique selection of books and events.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Books bring people together</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Books have the power to unite people from different backgrounds and cultures. Love Your Bookshop Day encourages people to come together and share their love for books, whether it's through attending events or simply browsing the shelves with friends or family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>There's nothing like the feeling of a physical book</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>As much as we appreciate the convenience of e-readers and online shopping, there's something special about holding a physical book in your hand and turning its pages. Love Your Bookshop Day reminds us of the joy that comes from finding a new book on a shelf and taking it home to read.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Love Your Bookshop Day is a Relatively New Celebration</h3><p class='facts-content'>The holiday only began in 2014 in Australia but has quickly found acceptance around the world, emphasizing the global love for local bookstores.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Stories Connect Communities</h3><p class='facts-content'>Communities often gather at local bookshops for readings and meetings, fostering narrative exchange, and shared experiences.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bookshops Complement the Educational System</h3><p class='facts-content'>Local bookshops often partner with schools for book fairs, author visits, and other educational events to foster a lifelong love of reading in children.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Some Bookshops Offer Special Services and Discounts on Love Your Bookshop Day</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many shops will host celebrations or offer promotions to entice customers to visit the store on Love Your Bookshop Day, including sales, author readings, and themed events.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Bookshops are Cultural Hubs</h3><p class='facts-content'>Besides selling books, independent bookstores often act as mini cultural centers, hosting various events that enrich the local community's literary and artistic life.</p></div></div>
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