What happens when you mix romance novels, DIY spirit, and a full bar? You get The Plot Twist, Denton's most Instagrammable bookstore, and a total book lover's dream.

In this episode, Darci Middleton shares how she went from being a middle school science teacher to opening a one-of-a-kind bookstore with her mom. We talk about:

• The viral book wall (and how she made it herself)
• Why she focused on romance books and indie authors
• How they made a bar part of the business (and what it cost)
• Their brilliant book-inspired cocktail menu
• Turning TikTok into a marketing machine
• Creating a space that feels safe, inclusive, and FUN
• Her advice for anyone dreaming of a bookstore life

The Plot Twist: www.theplottwistbookbar.com

Social media:

• https://www.instagram.com/theplottwistbookbar
• https://www.facebook.com/theplottwistbookbar
• https://www.tiktok.com/@theplottwistbookbar