Living in Fort Smith you don't usually come across places like this. It is in kind of a perfect beautiful spot. The atmosphere is so chill and welcoming. I felt like I was going into the library wing at my cool aunts house or something. Comfy couches and perfectly decorated sections complement stacks of wondrous books. The owners seem really sweet and are very open to feedback and suggestions. You can even order things they may not have.They have a book club and have community literacy type events (book club meetings,poetry readings, local author showcases,etc) at their shop. They're great about updating their social media about the events ahead of time so you can schedule around them accordingly. A very needed and welcome edition to the downtown scape. Definitely the type of store the town needs to keep around by shopping her. Keep it...
Read moreMy absolute favorite bookstore in Fort Smith! Being greeted by Barry (an adorable grey kitty cat) as I come in always makes me smile. The selection is amazing and the people are knowledgeable. The atmosphere cannot be beat, it was welcoming to myself (44) as well as my daughters, (15 and 7). None of us wanted to leave! If you are an avid reader or just looking for something to entertain you on a trip stop in and let them help you find the right book. I'm willing to bet you'll...
Read moreEvery now and then you go to a bookstore where you just feel like they truly get what it means to love books. Bookish is up there with the very best I've visited -- an immaculately curated collection of books, put together by a staff who really care about reading and about their customers, and who do their best to personalize your experience there (and succeed at that). I'm so happy Bookish is here in Fort Smith and that's it's expanding to a new...
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