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Thou art invited on Saturday, April 26, as we don our doublets and dive headfirst into the literary mayhem of Independent Bookstore Day 2025 with our Shakespearean-themed celebration: Much Ado About Reading. Expect mirth, mischief, and many a merry moment as we honor the Bard and the books we love. The day’s lineup of free events includes:
Audiobook Walk + Tea & Treats from 10 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Stroll with us through a short (~30 min) neighborhood audiobook walk. Return to the shop for a spread of tea, biscuits, scones, and crumpets worthy of Queen Titania herself. Learn more
Stuffy Story Time from 11 a.m.–noon
Little Lords and Ladies welcome! Bring your stuffy companions and enjoy a whimsical story time session, featuring delightful tales. Costumes encouraged! Learn more
Sonnet Contest & Reading from 3 p.m.–4 p.m.
Lend us your ears! Dramatic readings of our Sonnet Contest entries commence—followed by the crowning of our Critic’s Choice and Crowd Favorite. All submissions will be published in a limited-edition zine (free while supplies last). Learn more
Charleston Absent Friends (CAF) Presents: A Midsummer Night’s Fundraiser from 4 p.m.–7:00 p.m.
Help CAF raise money for their upcoming rendition of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream”! You will enjoy a bake sale, merchandise sale, previews of CAF’s upcoming performances of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “The Princess Bride,” as well as readings of excerpts from Shakespeare, Poe, Plath, and more. Learn more.
All-day festivities include:
- Shakespearean Insult Contest on social media. May the wittiest wordsmith win!
- 20% off Blind Date with a Book
- Free ARC (Advance Reader Copy) with purchases of $75+
- Complimentary Shakespeare Sonnet Zine (while supplies last)
- Unique Shakespearean-themed goodies & gifts for sale
All events are free and costumes are encouraged.
Thou must not miss it! Whether you're a sonneteer, a storytime squire, or a crumpet connoisseur, there's something for everyone at Much Ado About Reading.
Come celebrate the power of independent bookstores and the words that move us—be they noble, naughty, or nimbly penned.