Cat's Corner is a small, independently owned bookstore opened in May of 2023 and housing approximately 8,000 used and new books, both fiction and nonfiction.  Most of the books are used, priced half-off the original retail price or less.  As the store grows, I may consider offering a selection of new books, especially graphic novels, most asked for authors, and current young adult/kids books, especially those on the North Carolina "Battle of the Books" lists.  I also carry a line of greeting cards, bookmarks, puzzles, and other stationery items that I just find fun.

As many people have already found out by stopping in, I do not have cats in my store (even though I love that idea).  I knew the name may cause some confusion, but my name is Catherine and I go by "Cat".  And luckily, my store space is in a sort of corner to the shopping center ... it just made sense.  

I have had the question asked many, many times - "What made you want to open a bookstore?"  So, I start my story by stating that I am a retired math teacher, and that usually makes everyone question me even more.  But in reality, I have always loved books, and this was a plan that I have had for years ... even before I started my teaching career.  There was a point in college where I debated getting certified to teach English as well as Math.  While I love literature and reading, the idea of grading math problems over papers or essays won out.  Through my 20 years of teaching, I collected books, created my business plan, did a whole lot of research on opening a business, and saved money in preparation for my "retirement project".  And I am so happy that I am finally here!

I hope this has enticed you enough to come in and say "hi", and maybe pick up a book or two!  I look forward to meeting you!