Owning a Bookshop: How to Start & Why They Matter
with Nikki High, Owner of Octavia’s Bookshelf
Nikki High is the owner of Octavia's Bookshelf, a well-known independent bookstore and community space in Pasadena.
Join her for a conversation about what it takes to open and operate a bookstore in today's changing print-media landscape.
Nikki will discuss the realities of bookselling, including startup costs, developing a distinct identity, building relationships with customers, and creating a space that reflects the needs and interests of its community. She'll also explore the role independent bookstores continue to play in connecting readers with books—and with one another.
About Nikki High
Buena Vista Branch Library
Hours
About the branch
The Buena Vista Branch Library is located on Buena Vista Street near Olive Avenue in Burbank’s Media District. It is a one-story building.