Have you ever dreamed of turning your love for books into a real-life bookstore? In this episode of Bookish Talks with Lia, I’m joined by Deidre Lail—bookstagrammer, book lover, and now bookshop owner of My Chapter House in downtown Hickory, NC.

Deidre shares her journey of bringing a bookstore to life—from the first sparks of the dream to the decision to buy a shop and make it her own. We chat about what it’s really like to run a bookshop with her family, how she curates titles with her community in mind, and what she's learned along the way.

If you’ve ever wondered what goes into creating a space where stories and people meet, this one’s for you.

Episode Highlights:

• How bookstagram shaped Deidre’s bookstore journey
• What it took to bring My Chapter House to life
• The ups and downs of bookstore ownership
• Favorite moments behind the counter
• Dreams for the future and advice for aspiring bookshop owners

Connect with Deidre:

@libraryaroundthecorner - Bookstagram

@mychapterhouse - Bookshop

Connect with Lia:
Bookstagram: @liarossreads
Instagram: @bookishtalkspodcast