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Kyle Coolbroth's avatar

I’ve stopped by every quarter for the last 8 years when I travel to Franklin. I buy at least ONE book every time - largely based upon you Eric. Thanks for being an inspiration to read more, and more deeply.

Erik Rostad's avatar

That's amazing!

Jeff's avatar

Would love to visit some day. Bookstores have a great opportunity to be unusual and idiosyncratic in the Amazon age - a place to wander and discover.

Cultivated Soul's avatar

Thank you for the mention, Erik. I love what Landmark is doing, especially putting the Great Books together. This is exactly the kind of thing I wish more bookstores did.

Cheryl's avatar

Your shop looks amazing, a true treasure. We have a couple of independents here in Charleston but they so rarely have what I’m looking for that it gets frustrating. Thank you for sharing this gem!

Jorge Esparza's avatar

I'll be in Nashville in May. Planning on a visit to Landmark.

Sam Luce's avatar

Love this store I visit nearly every time I am in town. Wonderful.

Amy's GoodRiches's avatar

Erik, I need to visit you guys soon! As you know, we think a lot alike. While we're mobile only- right now, hopefully GoodRiches Books will be open in downtown Indianapolis by the end of the year. Similar to your Great Wall, we have our Amagi Collection. Here's what we have so far (and on the bookmobile). We'll add more as we open the larger space. Just approved a sample bookcase this morning! https://bookshop.org/lists/the-amagi-collection

Linda Hardison's avatar

What a marvelous experience you have created in this bookstore. I so enjoyed reading about it and experiencing it virtually. Suffering now with macular degeneration, all of my reading is done on an e reader with large print or audio books . But I cannot tell you how much I Miss browsing in a bookstore or a library and your post and pictures brought the feeling back. Thank you 😊

Joel E Tomlin's avatar

Thank you Erik for all your ideas, help and expertise in creating the special place that Landmark is today. You have blessed us in so many ways!

Joel and Carol

Martha Huber's avatar

I live only an hour and a half from Franklin but have never had an occasion to stop and visit this shop. You have given me a grand excuse for a daytrip!

Meagan Davenport's avatar

Landmark is the best!!!

Notes from a Fainting Goat's avatar

I love Landmark Booksellers! It's my favorite bookstore, and I spend at least an hour looking at the great wall every time I come in it seems. All of the employees I've met are great, and I can tell they all have a passion for literature. I always enjoy my conversations with them.

It's so neat to see all of the older and more collectibles editions as well.

Marcus Mead's avatar

Very inspiring, Erik, as I plan my own brand new bookstore buildout. I'll be sure to visit Franklin soon!

Ed's avatar

Yes there is hope yet. Pendulums swing.