A few years ago, upon the realization that we were approaching empty-nest years, I asked the questions, “What brings me delight?” and “How do I want to spend this new season of life?” The answer to both questions was simple: I wanted to find a way to spend my days with books and people who love to talk about what they’ve read. I began dreaming of opening an independent bookstore.

My Chapter House is that dream realized.  I feel so blessed to be able to open a bookstore in Hickory, NC- not only the town where I grew up, but also where my husband Eric and I chose to raise our daughters, Emma and Olivia.

We have loved dreaming about what this space could be for our community and hope that Hickory comes to love it as much as we do. We look forward to welcoming you in!